What's the best 65 inch TV? (1 Viewer)

[Mike Bassi]

Hey guys. I am looking for the best picture on a 65 inch TV. Which ones do you guys recommend? Price vs cost as well.

Thanks in advance.

 

[bob kaplan]

i have looked at the Samsung LCD 65 inch. Uneven backlighting is a BIG problem with that set ... at least for me. If you like your picture big and bright, it might be ok, but watching it in a less vibrant mode major uneven backlight become apparent. At $6,000, i was very disappointed.

 

[JohnRa]

I'm also interested in opinions on this. Maybe a Panasonic 65" plasma or the Samsung 63" plasma (B590). Help would be appreciated. Right now I am getting by with a 13" tube set after my 36" Sony failed. That has been a major adjustment.

 

[Peter McM]

Mitsubishi DLP is the best bang for the buck, by far! Model WD-65737 has a lot of great features, is smoother than even the latest 240-htz LCDs, and at a mere 16" depth, you can probably set it on a shelf. It can be had for between $1199-1399, depending on where you look. Compare to the price of a similar size flat panel, and you get the picture--literally!

 

[Stingray8]

I've never noticed the backlighting issue with the samsungs. I actually prefer the samsungs for the "prettier" picture (more contrast/saturation) but realistically, its not true calibrated color. I'm a photographer so I really enjoy the extra pop the saturation/contrast gives.

 

[bob kaplan]

The tech who came to investigate my complaint was surprised as well. Usually he has nothing against Samsung. Two televisions of the same model (LN65B650) had the same problems.

 

[Joe Valha]

I am also interested in opinions here. My almost 7 year old Mitsu 65" RP is fading and now that I just picked up the LG390 Blu Ray, I'm itching for 1080p. My trusted home theater guy is heavily recommending the Panasonic TC-P65V10. Room doesn't work with a projector so I'm looking at plasma. Thoughts?