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My old 40" TV is dying. It's a panel problem and it may last months or kick the bucket anytime.
I don't want the TV to die and to be without one until November when the Christmas deals start.
I'm looking for a 55" but I know Futureshop has no HST on 60".
I'm a sucker for aesthetics and thus I really like the Samsung 7000 and 8000 series.
I also sorta like the LG 7000 series and up.
Any suggestions on if there are any good deals out there for this Father's day?
Or should I wait a bit for other sales this summer?
EDIT: I'm looking around the $2000 price range and LED only. My living room is too bright for Plasma.
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Jun 15th, 2012 08:54 AM #1
55"/60" TV Any good deals?
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Jun 15th, 2012 12:23 PM #2Sony 55" HX750 is within your budget.
Originally Posted by Majoram
It looks good when it's off, it looks good when it's on.
Are they comparable to Samsung and LG when it comes to pricing? Absolutely not.
Pictures? If you're into "life-like" pictures as opposed to "oversaturated" colours, Sony blows other brands off the water.
Sony is more like the Ferrari of TV industry now that Pioneer Kuro is gone.
Samsung and LG are the Hyundai and KIA.
Reliability and quality? Take my advice and you will thank me later.
Got 4 Sony TVs myself, all my family got Sony TVs, all my friends have Sony TVs, and we were all Samsung fanboys/girls several years ago.
Will retail sales associates agree with me? Absolutely not. Why? They make more "spiff" off Samsung and LG and less on Sony. :PLast edited by xvizardx; Jun 15th, 2012 at 12:28 PM.
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Jun 15th, 2012 03:35 PM #3I'm not really a Sony fan. Used to buy their products a lot but they lost my confidence a long time ago. Originally Posted by xvizardx
Sony 55" HX750 is within your budget.
It looks good when it's off, it looks good when it's on.
Are they comparable to Samsung and LG when it comes to pricing? Absolutely not.
Pictures? If you're into "life-like" pictures as opposed to "oversaturated" colours, Sony blows other brands off the water.
Sony is more like the Ferrari of TV industry now that Pioneer Kuro is gone.
Samsung and LG are the Hyundai and KIA.
Reliability and quality? Take my advice and you will thank me later.
Got 4 Sony TVs myself, all my family got Sony TVs, all my friends have Sony TVs, and we were all Samsung fanboys/girls several years ago.
Will retail sales associates agree with me? Absolutely not. Why? They make more "spiff" off Samsung and LG and less on Sony. :P
That said, I don't doubt your point on price and quality and I'll still research it.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Anyone can suggest anything else? Or agree about the Sony? Reply With Quote
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Jun 15th, 2012 05:27 PM #4
Saying Sony is Ferrari and Samsung/LG are Kia/Hyundai is a stretch. Sony makes some great TVs and I would say their build quality is a bit better than LG/Samsung, but either brand is fine (as far as quality). Sharp has also been pretty good lately, where I wouldn't have even considered them before.
LED/LCDs are priced considerably higher than Plasmas. You don't get nearly as much for the price. For around 2,000, the Sharp LE640U or Sony NX720 (last year's model, but still good) are what I would recommend. The professional reviews of the Samsung EH6x00 and Sony HX750 have been pretty mediocre.
Panasonic 2012 Plasmas can get very bright and the ST50 is the best value out there, if you decide you change your mind. LCD will always be capable of getting brighter, but for me anyway, the 2012 Pannys can get more than bright enough for a bright room.Last edited by rahzel; Jun 15th, 2012 at 05:32 PM.
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Jun 16th, 2012 10:42 AM #5I would buy Plasma in a heartbeat if it weren't for Weight & Glare. The cost can't be beat. Originally Posted by rahzel
My TV sits in a corner that faces the window, so there is a direct glare from the window. Not the ideal spot but that's where it fits best.
Plus I am not sure if my TV stand can handle the weight of a Plasma.
I might be gaming on this machine as well.
I'll consider the ST50 given the great reviews. Thanks for the suggestion. So many choices.
So far I'm considering:
- Samsung ES6500 & ES7000 series (7100 most likely)
- LG LM6700 & 7000 series
- Panasonic ST50 (How does the model naming for Panasonic work? Is VT better than ST?)
- Still not sure about Sony. Have to go in store and take a look.
Anymore suggestions? I'm thinking about upping my range to about $2000 to $2500.
I think I will be getting an Extended Warranty, so I'm hesitant about going to the full $2500 price Reply With Quote
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Jun 16th, 2012 05:17 PM #6Why not the Sharp? At least give it a look. Originally Posted by Majoram
For Panasonic, it goes (from worst to best) UT, ST, GT, VT.
Again, Samsung LED TVs have been getting mediocre reviews. The Sony NX720 and Sony HX850 are probably the best LCDs under 3,000. If you can push your budget a bit for the HX850, it's arguably better than any offerings from Samsung. I would even put the Sharp LE640U above the Samsungs. LG's low-midrange TVs are pretty average IMO... only their high-end LCDs are good._______________
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Jun 17th, 2012 10:54 AM #7Thanks for the info. I'll consider the Sharp and the Sony models you mentioned. Originally Posted by rahzel
I checked out the Panasonic ST50 and though it's a great deal, I find it a bit grainy looking.
Maybe the higher end models would be better.
As for LG, I saw their 8600?! model and I love it so far but it's out of my price range ($2700).
Getting a bit excited for the new TV now and I am trying to hold myself back.
Trying to decide if I should take it slow and check out models one by one and wait for a sale OR
get the TV now before Thursday when all the Father's day sales are over.
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Jun 17th, 2012 01:54 PM #8If glare is a problem, get a solid shade that rolls up/down (or shutters.) Originally Posted by Majoram
Something like this here EARN CASH BACK works well, blocks a GOOD chunk and can 'hide' when not needed. (Also, having shades on your windows, reduces the heat in your house...) Reply With Quote
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Jun 17th, 2012 04:44 PM #9Yes we have blinds and curtains. Originally Posted by _Allan_
But I don't want to have to close the shades and curtains every time I want to watch TV. Reply With Quote
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Jun 17th, 2012 06:19 PM #10
i am looking too, though my price range is lower. any links?
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Jun 18th, 2012 09:47 AM #11links? Originally Posted by bilaliz
If it's a different price range, the models suggested here would not really apply to you.
Though the Panasonic ST50 may be in your range (what is your range???).Last edited by Majoram; Jun 18th, 2012 at 09:52 AM.
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Jun 18th, 2012 04:19 PM #12
true, I was looking more towards the $1000 range ones,
i am not so sure what to thing about this http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-s...AdIdZ373249922
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Jun 18th, 2012 06:16 PM #13No clue who they are. I wouldn't Originally Posted by bilaliz
Does anyone have any other suggestions? Or better yet, should I buy now or wait? Reply With Quote
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Jun 19th, 2012 04:21 PM #14
At this point, most of the older models have cleared out and the new models have just started going on sale. If you wait later this year or early next year, you should be able to get better pricing on current models and you might be able to pickup a higher-end model that fits in your price range.
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Jun 19th, 2012 08:57 PM #15Newegg has 20% off on LG Originally Posted by rahzel
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