3dtv questions

[DJMONDY]

Just a few questions about 3dtvs if anyone can help.

Will watching a Sony, samsung or panasonic 3d set give the same effect or have they got different techniques built into them? If they are different which on will be best iyo?

Also the glasses. There seems to be quite a few different types but I don't understand why. Don't they all basically do the same thing?

I had a try of panasonics 3dtv yesterday and I have to say I was impressed with what I saw. Only downside I could see was some double image or ghosting on some scenes. The glasses felt a bit too big but overall quite comfortable.

I don't want to be an early adopter but I might not be able to help myself. Especially with Sonys 3d update due soon for the ps3.

Any of you guys got a 3d tv yet?

[onmikesline]

it seems that their all the same really, just stick with what price range your looking at, you will be happy. for me i stay away from 3D, it just kills my eyes after 30min. it might be nice at first, and when you take off the glasses the screen seem boring lol. like how did i ever live with out 3D. but i think the technology is not there yet. wait a few years

[lee63]

I'm waiting for the VT25 to come out, I was going to get the VT20 until I realized the bezel is silver.

Here is some good reading on the Panasonic TV's, the black levels are as good as the older Pioneer Kuro's.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1235067

[DJMONDY]

I've just been reading that they are already developing 3dtvs that will not require glasses to see the 3d effect and they were on show at CES2010. I would love to see that in action! How is it even possible?

Also does anyone know if Microsoft are updating the 360 like Sony are doing with the ps3 for 3d?

[DarthBeavis]

it seems that their all the same really, just stick with what price range your looking at, you will be happy. for me i stay away from 3D, it just kills my eyes after 30min. it might be nice at first, and when you take off the glasses the screen seem boring lol. like how did i ever live with out 3D. but i think the technology is not there yet. wait a few years
totally wrong. they are not all the same

Plasma it superior for 3d especially 3d gaming. I spend a month demonstrating this stuff all over . . .ghosting is far less to nil on Plasma

[DJMONDY]

When I bought my first HDTV I got it badly wrong and I wasn't very happy with my purchase. The second HDTV I bought a few years ago was the Sony 40w2000 and I still have it to this day and I've never regretted my purchase because IMO the set is so good.

I would really like to upgrade to a 3d set but I really can't afford to get it wrong.

DarthBeavis: do you test different brands? If so which has the edge for you in picture quality, 2d and 3d?

I wouldn't want less than a 50inch set and I have to say I did like panasonics 3d glasses so something similar in style to them would be fine.

[DarthBeavis]

When I bought my first HDTV I got it badly wrong and I wasn't very happy with my purchase. The second HDTV I bought a few years ago was the Sony 40w2000 and I still have it to this day and I've never regretted my purchase because IMO the set is so good.

I would really like to upgrade to a 3d set but I really can't afford to get it wrong.

DarthBeavis: do you test different brands? If so which has the edge for you in picture quality, 2d and 3d?

I wouldn't want less than a 50inch set and I have to say I did like panasonics 3d glasses so something similar in style to them would be fine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8haf9oIlkk

[mullet]

I always thought Plasma had a richer picture. I am still pretty happy with my LED DLP though.

[betterdan]

Still happy with my Mitsubishi DLP set also Mullet. When the day comes to upgrade it I imagine I will go with another Mits DLP but larger than a 52 inch this time.

[DarthBeavis]

Still happy with my Mitsubishi DLP set also Mullet. When the day comes to upgrade it I imagine I will go with another Mits DLP but larger than a 52 inch this time.

I am on my Mistsu DLP right now and it does decent 3d but the Panasonic does better 3d in terms of quality.

[betterdan]

Mine doesn't do 3D at all so it doesn't matter.

[XDanger]

I had a demo of sky 3d the other day at the o2 , Pretty cool.

Will those TV's be able to play PC games in 3d?

[DarthBeavis]

I had a demo of sky 3d the other day at the o2 , Pretty cool.

Will those TV's be able to play PC games in 3d?

which TV?

[Muppet]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8haf9oIlkk

The Panny Plasma looked way better than the Samsungs in that review. Thank you for that link. :)

[XDanger]

which TV?

Polarized passive I think, The glasses were lightweight, don't know what model.


I want to say LG...

[DarthBeavis]

Polarized passive I think, The glasses were lightweight, don't know what model.


I want to say LG...
all the new 3dTVs are using active shutter

[jcrox]

Glad I read this thread... we just about pulled the trigger on a new 60" Sharp Quattron LED yesterday...

Any recommendations for a really good plasma?

[DarthBeavis]

Glad I read this thread... we just about pulled the trigger on a new 60" Sharp Quattron LED yesterday...

Any recommendations for a really good plasma?

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Panasonic+-+VIERA+/+50%22+Class+/+1080p+/+600Hz+/+3D+Plasma+HDTV/9764162.p?id=1218169464796&skuId=9764162

[Amaury]

wait for the Panasonic VT25 series. The 50" and 54" sets should be out this month. The 58" and 65" in summer. Plasma, especially the Panasonic, have awesome black levels, which means richer colors (less washed out) and better shadow detail. The Samsung leds are brighter though. For 3d, plasma has no ghosting unlike the led technology.

[JasonPC]

Anyone knows if burn-in is an issue with those plasmas? I know someone who's looking into a 3dtv and is looking into LED but I told him about the black level and ghosting issues.

[Muppet]

Anyone knows if burn-in is an issue with those plasmas? I know someone who's looking into a 3dtv and is looking into LED but I told him about the black level and ghosting issues.

Pretty much there is no such thing as burn in in Plasma's these days. They all generally shift the image ever so slightly. It moves the image constantly, getting rid of any burn in that might have occured.

[Amaury]

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TC-P50VT25 - $2600 - out now.
TC-P54VT25 - $3000 - out now.
TC-P58VT25 - $3400 - June.
TC-P65VT25 - $4300 - June.

Comes with 1 pair of glasses. Each additional pair $150. Includes coupons to get free copies of BR 3d versions of "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" and "Coraline" if you buy any VT25 set before July 10th.

PS3 3d game firmware update next month. Initial supported 3d games: Wipeout HD, Motorstorm Pacific Rift, PAIN, and Super Stardust HD and you won't need to buy a Sony Bravia 3d tv. Any 1.4 HDMI spec 3dtv will work, like the Panasonic.

[Amaury]

http://www.flatpanelshd.com/review.php?subaction=showfull&id=1274347515

Great review of the Panasonic V20/V25 series. These look to be the best sets for 2d and 3d.

[CybrSage]

The biggest problem is there is not a standard for 3D yet. Each manufacturer does it their own way, although they will all work with the 3D BR discs.

Everyone is going active shutter, which means the glasses need to sync with the TV, so you MUST buy the glasses built for your specific TV model (verify verify verify).

I think it is just a fad, which will fade out once people start complaining of headaches, etc. I would wait, at least, until there is a standard set for all manufacturers. This will ensure the movies will be optimized for that standard and you will get the best possible 3D picture.

Also, as a note, you will be required to have HDMI 1.4 in order to do full HD 3D. HDMI 1.3 (what most people have) will only do 3D in 1080i (1.4 can do 1080p). This means all the components in the path need to be 1.4 to get all the goodness. Naturally, this also includes HDMI cabling.

[XDanger]

Do the 3d TV's let people watch 2 different channels at the same time?