Best 50inch TV (no 3D)

advid · 19-03-2014, 17:17

...any suggestions and advice on the BEST (picture quality) Tv to go for... Want 3 or 4 HDMI inputs... - no 3D or fancy stuff... and 'probably' not a plasma...

Nigel Goodwin · 19-03-2014, 17:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by advid

...any suggestions and advice on the BEST (picture quality) Tv to go for... Want 3 or 4 HDMI inputs... - no 3D or fancy stuff... and 'probably' not a plasma...

Your requirements are probably pretty well mutually exclusive - 3 or 4 HDMI's is likely to be a higher end set, which will probably have 3D as standard, and plenty of other 'fancy stuff' as well.

And as you're wanting 'best' picture, again it's likely to be a higher end set, if you don't want 3D you don't need to use it (and the vast majority of sets are never or only very rarely used in 3D).

Peter_CJ · 19-03-2014, 18:51

Slightly smaller than your spec, but a top TV with a very good picture at a good price...

http://www.richersounds.com/product/...sams-ue46f6500

JL have got the 50" version, but quite a step up in price...

http://www.johnlewis.com/samsung-ue5...lasses/p515333

JurassicMark · 19-03-2014, 20:53

I own the 39 inch model of this TV and the picture quality is very good.

It's only got 2 HDMI's though, but you could always get an HDMI switch box.

Some user reviews here.

There are TV's with better picture quality and more HDMI's but, as has been said, it will be a more expensive higher end set and will come with all the bells and whistles.

Sibeber · 21-03-2014, 02:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by JurassicMark

I own the 39 inch model of this TV and the picture quality is very good.

It's only got 2 HDMI's though, but you could always get an HDMI switch box.

Some user reviews here.

There are TV's with better picture quality and more HDMI's but, as has been said, it will be a more expensive higher end set and will come with all the bells and whistles.

I have the 32" of this model it is brilliant
http://www.richersounds.com/product/.../pana-txl50e6b

Matt35 · 29-03-2014, 14:08

Just been down to currys. I went to look at the Panasonic TX-L55ET60 £999. It was next the Samsung UE55F6670 which was £1079. Picture did look a lot nice on the Samsung. I asked sales guy about how sport looks since LCD isn't great when it comes to that. He showed me a demo of a race car driving on a track to show what looks like. There wasn't any of the juddering that some say happens although im not sure how much I can rely on some demo as proof. Would have liked to have seen what football is like. Tv does look very nice though. If anyone has it and watches football then maybe they can tell me what its like.

Peter_CJ · 29-03-2014, 16:10

I've got a Samsung 6500, and there is no judder with motor racing or football.

If you go into John Lewis's when the football is on Sky, you will probably be able to see for yourself, because unlike Curry's, JL run Sky live on a lot of their displays.

The 6740 is a bit more expensive at JL, but they will usually price match Curry's, and you will get a 5 yr warranty included. If you buy on line, you will also be able to return the set to a branch of JL for a refund if not happy.

From what I've seen, the 6500 has been getting slightly better reviews than the 6740, and is a bit cheaper at 1045 for the 55" in JL.

Or Richer Sounds have it with a 5 yr warranty for 999.95, which no doubt JL will price match if you like the look of it.

Both JL and Richers provide much better after-sales service than Curry's, and include a 5 year warranty in their prices.

Matt35 · 29-03-2014, 16:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter_CJ

I've got a Samsung 6500, and there is no judder with motor racing or football.

If you go into John Lewis's when the football is on Sky, you will probably be able to see for yourself, because unlike Curry's, JL run Sky live on a lot of their displays.

The 6740 is a bit more expensive at JL, but they will usually price match Curry's, and you will get a 5 yr warranty included. If you buy on line, you will also be able to return the set to a branch of JL for a refund if not happy.

From what I've seen, the 6500 has been getting slightly better reviews than the 6740, and is a bit cheaper at 1045 for the 55" in JL.

Or Richer Sounds have it with a 5 yr warranty for 999.95, which no doubt JL will price match if you like the look of it.

Both JL and Richers provide much better after-sales service than Curry's, and include a 5 year warranty in their prices.

Unfortunately there isn't a JL or richer sounds store near me.

Peter_CJ · 29-03-2014, 16:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt35

Unfortunately there isn't a JL or richer sounds store near me.

They both deliver free when buying on line.

I don't think you will have any problems with motion management on any of the Samsungs in that price range.

We have a Curry's super store not far away, and I often use them to view, but not to buy because of their poor aftersales service.

Curry's claim to price match, perhaps you can negotiate inclusion of an extended warranty to match Richers/ JL deals?

My experience of Curry's is that they will slide out of price matching whenever possible, so they might say that as there is no local JL or Richers, they won't do it. But worth a try, as they will usually haggle over prices in store.

Peter_CJ · 29-03-2014, 16:47

Another thought: do you have a Waitrose near to you?

I bought a tablet on line from JL and collected it from our local Waitrose - I was also able to return it to the same Waitrose. If they do it with larger items, might be worth looking into.

Matt35 · 29-03-2014, 17:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter_CJ

Another thought: do you have a Waitrose near to you?

I bought a tablet on line from JL and collected it from our local Waitrose - I was also able to return it to the same Waitrose. If they do it with larger items, might be worth looking into.

No waitrose either. A bit lacking in electrical stores near me. Was also looking at sony w905 and Panasonic TX-P50VT50B.

Peter_CJ · 29-03-2014, 18:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt35

No waitrose either. A bit lacking in electrical stores near me. Was also looking at sony w905 and Panasonic TX-P50VT50B.

I don't think you will have any problems with motion in any of the major brands in that price bracket.

I went for the Samsung based on vibrance of colour, balanced contrast, and lack of glare. But then choice of screen is a pretty subjective issue.

You can always do something about the sound - I've just hooked up a Yamaha RX-375 with a set of Tannoy speakers to my Sky box, and the Samsung screen does them proud.

Matt35 · 29-03-2014, 19:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter_CJ

I don't think you will have any problems with motion in any of the major brands in that price bracket.

I went for the Samsung based on vibrance of colour, balanced contrast, and lack of glare. But then choice of screen is a pretty subjective issue.

You can always do something about the sound - I've just hooked up a Yamaha RX-375 with a set of Tannoy speakers to my Sky box, and the Samsung screen does them proud.

I've got a yamaha 5.1 system so sound isn't a problem.

Matt35 · 30-03-2014, 07:57

These are the tvs im looking at. Which one would you have?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-TX...asonic+tx-50vt
https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&so...FNQo9d7nEh7MGA
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6670
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-Vi...onic+tx-55et60
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6500

I've looked at a lot of reviews and obviously if im spending this much then I want top quality.

Peter_CJ · 30-03-2014, 11:36

I think you need to go and see them running - what looks top-notch to one person may not to another.

Our local Curry's run all their sets from a central source, so if it's the same where you are, it might not be possbile to see the best of any of the sets, but some comparison should help you decide. Chances are whichever one you go for will look better at home, particulalry if you have Sky HD.

The Panasonics can be quite juicy, e.g. the one at the top of your lists uses around 300w ph compared to around 40 with the Samsungs. If you have the TV on a lot, and all other things are equal, it might be a factor worth taking into consideration.

I've always bought Sony or Panasonic in the past, but this time round the Samsung screens stood out for me.

Matt35 · 30-03-2014, 13:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter_CJ

I think you need to go and see them running - what looks top-notch to one person may not to another.

Our local Curry's run all their sets from a central source, so if it's the same where you are, it might not be possbile to see the best of any of the sets, but some comparison should help you decide. Chances are whichever one you go for will look better at home, particulalry if you have Sky HD.

The Panasonics can be quite juicy, e.g. the one at the top of your lists uses around 300w ph compared to around 40 with the Samsungs. If you have the TV on a lot, and all other things are equal, it might be a factor worth taking into consideration.

I've always bought Sony or Panasonic in the past, but this time round the Samsung screens stood out for me.

There is only 3 of them in the currys store. The Panasonic 2nd to last and the Samsung 670 were side by side and picture did look better on the sammy. The sony was round the other side but that also good although its more expensive so I'd expect it to and looking at reviews it does fit with what I want which is a tv for movies, sport like football and F1 and gaming. I have both consoles.

Peter_CJ · 30-03-2014, 14:34

I doubt there's much to chose between them, more a question of what takes your eye.

Sony's usually have very solid blacks and sharp definition, but I found the contrast greater, and with less graduation in the colours than the Samsungs. I think it's the backlighting in the Samsungs that does it for me. I haven't seen the latest Panasonic with the massive hertz ratings.

Pity you can't get into a JL's and see Sky running on a few sets. I found Curry's repetitive clips pretty unhelpful when it came to subtle differences.

Matt35 · 30-03-2014, 14:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter_CJ

I doubt there's much to chose between them, more a question of what takes your eye.

Sony's usually have very solid blacks and sharp definition, but I found the contrast greater, and with less graduation in the colours than the Samsungs. I think it's the backlighting in the Samsungs that does it for me. I haven't seen the latest Panasonic with the massive hertz ratings.

Pity you can't get into a JL's and see Sky running on a few sets. I found Curry's repetitive clips pretty unhelpful when it came to subtle differences.

I find it ridiculous that they don't have sky since thats what a lot of people have. The problem I have is I only have my tv to compare them with. Pioneer 427XD model and if they even come close to the picture on that I'd be happy. It doesn't have 1080p or 3d but I do love it. I wish I knew anyone that has had the same tv and upgraded to a newer one so they can say whether picture was better or not.

Peter_CJ · 30-03-2014, 14:52

If you buy on line, even click and collect, you are covered by the 7 day distance selling regs. But I suspect Curry's will quibble as much as possible over a return. Might be worth having a chat with one of their sales staff about such a possibility.

webbie · 30-03-2014, 15:07

Personally, I would go for the Panny 50vt50 plasma as I don't like lcds for a variety of reasons. Have a look at avforums.com for their views as well.

Matt35 · 30-03-2014, 18:41

I think I might go for the sony. Read on avforum and it seems to get very positive feedback.

Peter_CJ · 30-03-2014, 18:47

Interesting read here re durability and Panasonic aftersales...

http://www.amazon.co.uk/review/R1XDI...R1XDIZAPJJLCR5

10 out of 10 for Richersounds customer care though.

crofter · 02-04-2014, 15:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt35

These are the tvs im looking at. Which one would you have?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-TX...asonic+tx-50vt
https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&so...FNQo9d7nEh7MGA
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6670
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-Vi...onic+tx-55et60
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6500

I've looked at a lot of reviews and obviously if im spending this much then I want top quality.

You should take a look at the just released Sony KDL-50W829 LED - it is getting rave reviews and can be had for £899 including 5 year warranty from John Lewis.

According to one review it gives better picture quality than the Samsung 7 series from last year - at a fraction of the cost:

http://www.trustedreviews.com/sony-k...review-summary

This new model actually performs better than Sony's new top of the range 1080p "9 series" panel ...

Matt35 · 02-04-2014, 17:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by crofter

You should take a look at the just released Sony KDL-50W829 LED - it is getting rave reviews and can be had for £899 including 5 year warranty from John Lewis.

According to one review it gives better picture quality than the Samsung 7 series from last year - at a fraction of the cost:

http://www.trustedreviews.com/sony-k...review-summary

This new model actually performs better than Sony's new top of the range 1080p "9 series" panel ...

How come they've just released a tv from w8 series? Was gonna get 905 55" version from currys which is what I wanted. Currys don't have the same size tv of 50w829.

crofter · 02-04-2014, 21:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt35

How come they've just released a tv from w8 series? Was gonna get 905 55" version from currys which is what I wanted. Currys don't have the same size tv of 50w829.

Sony's naming strategy is pretty flawed that is why.

This years 9 series is called W955 whereas last year it was called W905.

A 55" version of the W829 will be released very shortly but imho it is too high a premium over the 50" panel - approx £300 more.

19-03-2014, 17:17	#1
advid Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 560	Best 50inch TV (no 3D) ...any suggestions and advice on the BEST (picture quality) Tv to go for... Want 3 or 4 HDMI inputs... - no 3D or fancy stuff... and 'probably' not a plasma...

19-03-2014, 17:21	#2
Nigel Goodwin Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: North Derbyshire Posts: 41,789	Quote: Originally Posted by advid ...any suggestions and advice on the BEST (picture quality) Tv to go for... Want 3 or 4 HDMI inputs... - no 3D or fancy stuff... and 'probably' not a plasma... Your requirements are probably pretty well mutually exclusive - 3 or 4 HDMI's is likely to be a higher end set, which will probably have 3D as standard, and plenty of other 'fancy stuff' as well. And as you're wanting 'best' picture, again it's likely to be a higher end set, if you don't want 3D you don't need to use it (and the vast majority of sets are never or only very rarely used in 3D).

19-03-2014, 18:51	#3
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	Slightly smaller than your spec, but a top TV with a very good picture at a good price... http://www.richersounds.com/product/...sams-ue46f6500 JL have got the 50" version, but quite a step up in price... http://www.johnlewis.com/samsung-ue5...lasses/p515333

19-03-2014, 20:53	#4
JurassicMark Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Nottingham Posts: 5,578	I own the 39 inch model of this TV and the picture quality is very good. It's only got 2 HDMI's though, but you could always get an HDMI switch box. Some user reviews here. There are TV's with better picture quality and more HDMI's but, as has been said, it will be a more expensive higher end set and will come with all the bells and whistles.

21-03-2014, 02:05	#5
Sibeber Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 544	Quote: Originally Posted by JurassicMark I own the 39 inch model of this TV and the picture quality is very good. It's only got 2 HDMI's though, but you could always get an HDMI switch box. Some user reviews here. There are TV's with better picture quality and more HDMI's but, as has been said, it will be a more expensive higher end set and will come with all the bells and whistles. I have the 32" of this model it is brilliant http://www.richersounds.com/product/.../pana-txl50e6b

29-03-2014, 14:08	#6
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	Just been down to currys. I went to look at the Panasonic TX-L55ET60 £999. It was next the Samsung UE55F6670 which was £1079. Picture did look a lot nice on the Samsung. I asked sales guy about how sport looks since LCD isn't great when it comes to that. He showed me a demo of a race car driving on a track to show what looks like. There wasn't any of the juddering that some say happens although im not sure how much I can rely on some demo as proof. Would have liked to have seen what football is like. Tv does look very nice though. If anyone has it and watches football then maybe they can tell me what its like.

29-03-2014, 16:10	#7
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	I've got a Samsung 6500, and there is no judder with motor racing or football. If you go into John Lewis's when the football is on Sky, you will probably be able to see for yourself, because unlike Curry's, JL run Sky live on a lot of their displays. The 6740 is a bit more expensive at JL, but they will usually price match Curry's, and you will get a 5 yr warranty included. If you buy on line, you will also be able to return the set to a branch of JL for a refund if not happy. From what I've seen, the 6500 has been getting slightly better reviews than the 6740, and is a bit cheaper at 1045 for the 55" in JL. Or Richer Sounds have it with a 5 yr warranty for 999.95, which no doubt JL will price match if you like the look of it. Both JL and Richers provide much better after-sales service than Curry's, and include a 5 year warranty in their prices.

29-03-2014, 16:15	#8
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	Quote: Originally Posted by Peter_CJ I've got a Samsung 6500, and there is no judder with motor racing or football. If you go into John Lewis's when the football is on Sky, you will probably be able to see for yourself, because unlike Curry's, JL run Sky live on a lot of their displays. The 6740 is a bit more expensive at JL, but they will usually price match Curry's, and you will get a 5 yr warranty included. If you buy on line, you will also be able to return the set to a branch of JL for a refund if not happy. From what I've seen, the 6500 has been getting slightly better reviews than the 6740, and is a bit cheaper at 1045 for the 55" in JL. Or Richer Sounds have it with a 5 yr warranty for 999.95, which no doubt JL will price match if you like the look of it. Both JL and Richers provide much better after-sales service than Curry's, and include a 5 year warranty in their prices. Unfortunately there isn't a JL or richer sounds store near me.

29-03-2014, 16:29	#9
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	Quote: Originally Posted by Matt35 Unfortunately there isn't a JL or richer sounds store near me. They both deliver free when buying on line. I don't think you will have any problems with motion management on any of the Samsungs in that price range. We have a Curry's super store not far away, and I often use them to view, but not to buy because of their poor aftersales service. Curry's claim to price match, perhaps you can negotiate inclusion of an extended warranty to match Richers/ JL deals? My experience of Curry's is that they will slide out of price matching whenever possible, so they might say that as there is no local JL or Richers, they won't do it. But worth a try, as they will usually haggle over prices in store.

29-03-2014, 16:47	#10
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	Another thought: do you have a Waitrose near to you? I bought a tablet on line from JL and collected it from our local Waitrose - I was also able to return it to the same Waitrose. If they do it with larger items, might be worth looking into.

29-03-2014, 17:21	#11
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	Quote: Originally Posted by Peter_CJ Another thought: do you have a Waitrose near to you? I bought a tablet on line from JL and collected it from our local Waitrose - I was also able to return it to the same Waitrose. If they do it with larger items, might be worth looking into. No waitrose either. A bit lacking in electrical stores near me. Was also looking at sony w905 and Panasonic TX-P50VT50B.

29-03-2014, 18:15	#12
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	Quote: Originally Posted by Matt35 No waitrose either. A bit lacking in electrical stores near me. Was also looking at sony w905 and Panasonic TX-P50VT50B. I don't think you will have any problems with motion in any of the major brands in that price bracket. I went for the Samsung based on vibrance of colour, balanced contrast, and lack of glare. But then choice of screen is a pretty subjective issue. You can always do something about the sound - I've just hooked up a Yamaha RX-375 with a set of Tannoy speakers to my Sky box, and the Samsung screen does them proud.

29-03-2014, 19:26	#13
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	Quote: Originally Posted by Peter_CJ I don't think you will have any problems with motion in any of the major brands in that price bracket. I went for the Samsung based on vibrance of colour, balanced contrast, and lack of glare. But then choice of screen is a pretty subjective issue. You can always do something about the sound - I've just hooked up a Yamaha RX-375 with a set of Tannoy speakers to my Sky box, and the Samsung screen does them proud. I've got a yamaha 5.1 system so sound isn't a problem.

30-03-2014, 07:57	#14
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	These are the tvs im looking at. Which one would you have? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-TX...asonic+tx-50vt https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&so...FNQo9d7nEh7MGA http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6670 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-Vi...onic+tx-55et60 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6500 I've looked at a lot of reviews and obviously if im spending this much then I want top quality.

30-03-2014, 11:36	#15
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	I think you need to go and see them running - what looks top-notch to one person may not to another. Our local Curry's run all their sets from a central source, so if it's the same where you are, it might not be possbile to see the best of any of the sets, but some comparison should help you decide. Chances are whichever one you go for will look better at home, particulalry if you have Sky HD. The Panasonics can be quite juicy, e.g. the one at the top of your lists uses around 300w ph compared to around 40 with the Samsungs. If you have the TV on a lot, and all other things are equal, it might be a factor worth taking into consideration. I've always bought Sony or Panasonic in the past, but this time round the Samsung screens stood out for me.

30-03-2014, 13:45	#16
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	Quote: Originally Posted by Peter_CJ I think you need to go and see them running - what looks top-notch to one person may not to another. Our local Curry's run all their sets from a central source, so if it's the same where you are, it might not be possbile to see the best of any of the sets, but some comparison should help you decide. Chances are whichever one you go for will look better at home, particulalry if you have Sky HD. The Panasonics can be quite juicy, e.g. the one at the top of your lists uses around 300w ph compared to around 40 with the Samsungs. If you have the TV on a lot, and all other things are equal, it might be a factor worth taking into consideration. I've always bought Sony or Panasonic in the past, but this time round the Samsung screens stood out for me. There is only 3 of them in the currys store. The Panasonic 2nd to last and the Samsung 670 were side by side and picture did look better on the sammy. The sony was round the other side but that also good although its more expensive so I'd expect it to and looking at reviews it does fit with what I want which is a tv for movies, sport like football and F1 and gaming. I have both consoles.

30-03-2014, 14:34	#17
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	I doubt there's much to chose between them, more a question of what takes your eye. Sony's usually have very solid blacks and sharp definition, but I found the contrast greater, and with less graduation in the colours than the Samsungs. I think it's the backlighting in the Samsungs that does it for me. I haven't seen the latest Panasonic with the massive hertz ratings. Pity you can't get into a JL's and see Sky running on a few sets. I found Curry's repetitive clips pretty unhelpful when it came to subtle differences.

30-03-2014, 14:42	#18
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	Quote: Originally Posted by Peter_CJ I doubt there's much to chose between them, more a question of what takes your eye. Sony's usually have very solid blacks and sharp definition, but I found the contrast greater, and with less graduation in the colours than the Samsungs. I think it's the backlighting in the Samsungs that does it for me. I haven't seen the latest Panasonic with the massive hertz ratings. Pity you can't get into a JL's and see Sky running on a few sets. I found Curry's repetitive clips pretty unhelpful when it came to subtle differences. I find it ridiculous that they don't have sky since thats what a lot of people have. The problem I have is I only have my tv to compare them with. Pioneer 427XD model and if they even come close to the picture on that I'd be happy. It doesn't have 1080p or 3d but I do love it. I wish I knew anyone that has had the same tv and upgraded to a newer one so they can say whether picture was better or not.

30-03-2014, 14:52	#19
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	If you buy on line, even click and collect, you are covered by the 7 day distance selling regs. But I suspect Curry's will quibble as much as possible over a return. Might be worth having a chat with one of their sales staff about such a possibility.

30-03-2014, 15:07	#20
webbie Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: North Devon Posts: 1,568	Personally, I would go for the Panny 50vt50 plasma as I don't like lcds for a variety of reasons. Have a look at avforums.com for their views as well.

30-03-2014, 18:41	#21
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	I think I might go for the sony. Read on avforum and it seems to get very positive feedback.

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30-03-2014, 18:47	#22
Peter_CJ Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 3,199	Interesting read here re durability and Panasonic aftersales... http://www.amazon.co.uk/review/R1XDI...R1XDIZAPJJLCR5 10 out of 10 for Richersounds customer care though.

02-04-2014, 15:33	#23
crofter Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 2,816	Quote: Originally Posted by Matt35 These are the tvs im looking at. Which one would you have? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-TX...asonic+tx-50vt https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&so...FNQo9d7nEh7MGA http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6670 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-Vi...onic+tx-55et60 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-UE55...=samsung+f6500 I've looked at a lot of reviews and obviously if im spending this much then I want top quality. You should take a look at the just released Sony KDL-50W829 LED - it is getting rave reviews and can be had for £899 including 5 year warranty from John Lewis. According to one review it gives better picture quality than the Samsung 7 series from last year - at a fraction of the cost: http://www.trustedreviews.com/sony-k...review-summary This new model actually performs better than Sony's new top of the range 1080p "9 series" panel ...

02-04-2014, 17:05	#24
Matt35 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 9,552	Quote: Originally Posted by crofter You should take a look at the just released Sony KDL-50W829 LED - it is getting rave reviews and can be had for £899 including 5 year warranty from John Lewis. According to one review it gives better picture quality than the Samsung 7 series from last year - at a fraction of the cost: http://www.trustedreviews.com/sony-k...review-summary This new model actually performs better than Sony's new top of the range 1080p "9 series" panel ... How come they've just released a tv from w8 series? Was gonna get 905 55" version from currys which is what I wanted. Currys don't have the same size tv of 50w829.

02-04-2014, 21:11	#25
crofter Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 2,816	Quote: Originally Posted by Matt35 How come they've just released a tv from w8 series? Was gonna get 905 55" version from currys which is what I wanted. Currys don't have the same size tv of 50w829. Sony's naming strategy is pretty flawed that is why. This years 9 series is called W955 whereas last year it was called W905. A 55" version of the W829 will be released very shortly but imho it is too high a premium over the 50" panel - approx £300 more.