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Originally Posted by iamskippy
If your going for picture quality get a sharp, i jusy bought one and i dont think i have ever seen a more amazing pic, they are a little pricey but amazing
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Since I work with these things on a daily basis, I will add my 2 cents. First most people don't realize that watching non hi def shows on a hi def tv is not the greatest. Hidef is filmed in wide screen, hence side bars or shrinking screen on non hidef channels. If this is bothersome to you then get the Sharp Aquos. The sharp automatically adjusts for non hidef channels which is a great feature. The other brands you usually need to use the tv's remote to zoom and stretch. Most people find this to be a PIA. I have 3 Aquos tv's I had 1 with a bad tuner right out of the box, but immediately took it back to the store and exchanged it. Also regular tv on a hidef looks grainy, but when you switch to the hidef it is sharp and clear as can be. Definitely get as many HDMI ports as you can, and the higher the contrast ratio the better. Most people usually pick the biggest tv they can get for the dollars they have, problem is it usually is the bottom of the line tv for the size. Get a smaller size with better contrast ratio, faster engine, and more HDMI connections. All manufacturers will build 3-5 different models for the popular sizes so choose carefully, a low contrast ratio, slow engine one or two HDMI ports, a better contrast ratio faster engine more Hdmi ports, and then the KING of all three.
One more thing, wait till after Xmas, and buy around the first or second week before the superbowl you won't find a better deal, and they usually throw in things like Bluray disc players and surround sound......