Roberto Carlo
Second Unit
- Joined
- Apr 14, 2002
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I'd like some advice/input on a notion that's been bouncing around in my head lately:
I currently have a Samsung 5063W DLP. It's been calibrated by Avical, so you know that it's getting the best picture I can reasonably expect from it. It's on its second bulb. I've always found the picture to be a bit soft, especially as the bulb ages.
I sit 8.5 feet from the screen -- measured from my nose to the screen. (My son that I was strange when I asked for his assistance in the measurement.) Sitting closer isn't really an option neither is getting a bigger screen.
In other words, my set-up and room layout makes going to a 1080p display unnecessary.
Here's the question: would selling my present set and buying a well-regarded 720p plasma be worth it? Would the "softness" problem be less. I've looked at various models in CC and Best Buy and the answer seems to be "yes" but you know the limitations of such observations.
Any input would be appreciated.
I currently have a Samsung 5063W DLP. It's been calibrated by Avical, so you know that it's getting the best picture I can reasonably expect from it. It's on its second bulb. I've always found the picture to be a bit soft, especially as the bulb ages.
I sit 8.5 feet from the screen -- measured from my nose to the screen. (My son that I was strange when I asked for his assistance in the measurement.) Sitting closer isn't really an option neither is getting a bigger screen.
In other words, my set-up and room layout makes going to a 1080p display unnecessary.
Here's the question: would selling my present set and buying a well-regarded 720p plasma be worth it? Would the "softness" problem be less. I've looked at various models in CC and Best Buy and the answer seems to be "yes" but you know the limitations of such observations.
Any input would be appreciated.