32" or 40"

Alcdrew · 12-09-2007, 13:12

A friend is looking at getting either a Sony W2000 or D3000, the full HD debate on which is still on going...

But she is going form a 26" CRT, which she admits is far too small for her living room. And has asked my advice on what size to get, which is hard as I've only seen her living room once and that was a long time ago. But it is big from what I remember.

Anyway, oon to the question!! What is the opimal room size/ viewing area for 32 and 40"? Then I can say. 'If you sit x meters away get the 32 if it's more like x way get the 40. or your room size is x so get x size.

Cheers for any help, I'm sure there is a web site some where that tells me this sort of stuff, but I can't find it.

Also any one with any views on either TV, please let me know.

Jimmy Riddle · 12-09-2007, 13:25

http://www.bestbuy.ca/learnmore/Buye...est%5Fcookie=1

I'd go 40-42" if it is a big room.

JimRockford · 12-09-2007, 13:26

Screen size is all about personal preference. If it's a big room and you plan on sitting far away then you need a bigger screen obviously.

Alcdrew · 12-09-2007, 13:46

Cheers Jimmy Riddle, thats just the sort of thing I was looking for.

carefree cook · 13-09-2007, 19:23

no point getting the w2000, nice set, but id being replaced by the w3000 late sept.

carefree cook · 13-09-2007, 19:30

as far as the full hd debate for you, as the d3000 is a 100hz set. itl play full 1080p pictures, as itl insert a artificial frame to equal the 1080p refresh rate.

only problem is deciding 40 or 32

Nigel Goodwin · 13-09-2007, 21:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by carefree cook

as far as the full hd debate for you, as the d3000 is a 100hz set. itl play full 1080p pictures, as itl insert a artificial frame to equal the 1080p refresh rate.

So it's NOT full 1080P?, if it's inserting a frame it's just making things up! - obviously to be full 1080P it needs to be a 1080 full panel, accept 1080P, and display it as such.

whatvideo · 13-09-2007, 21:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcdrew

A friend is looking at getting either a Sony W2000 or D3000, the full HD debate on which is still on going...

But she is going form a 26" CRT, which she admits is far too small for her living room. And has asked my advice on what size to get, which is hard as I've only seen her living room once and that was a long time ago. But it is big from what I remember.

Anyway, oon to the question!! What is the opimal room size/ viewing area for 32 and 40"? Then I can say. 'If you sit x meters away get the 32 if it's more like x way get the 40. or your room size is x so get x size.

Cheers for any help, I'm sure there is a web site some where that tells me this sort of stuff, but I can't find it.

Also any one with any views on either TV, please let me know.

And if they plan to spend a lot of time watching SD on it then take into consideration that SD looks poor on a flat panel set compared to CRT and the 40" may show this up if they are too close.

It depends how far from the screen they will be as to whether the SD looks acceptable

doesyourheadin · 14-09-2007, 10:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by carefree cook

no point getting the w2000, nice set, but id being replaced by the w3000 late sept.

You can use that with almost any electrical purchase. Personally if it is about to be replaced, keep your eyes peeled for discounts.

I have a w2000 and it is a fantastic set, although I did need to get a HD box as it looked very average on a standard feed

I will guess you will end up paying a lot less than the £1700 I paid for it. I had mine from the local Sony centre, at the time I could have had it for £1550 online, but they were giving a 5 year warranty as well, so if you have a Sony Centre check them out, as their warranty is worth getting on such a big purchase

12-09-2007, 13:12	#1
Alcdrew Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,917	32" or 40" A friend is looking at getting either a Sony W2000 or D3000, the full HD debate on which is still on going... But she is going form a 26" CRT, which she admits is far too small for her living room. And has asked my advice on what size to get, which is hard as I've only seen her living room once and that was a long time ago. But it is big from what I remember. Anyway, oon to the question!! What is the opimal room size/ viewing area for 32 and 40"? Then I can say. 'If you sit x meters away get the 32 if it's more like x way get the 40. or your room size is x so get x size. Cheers for any help, I'm sure there is a web site some where that tells me this sort of stuff, but I can't find it. Also any one with any views on either TV, please let me know.

12-09-2007, 13:25	#2
Jimmy Riddle Banned User Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,447	http://www.bestbuy.ca/learnmore/Buye...est%5Fcookie=1 I'd go 40-42" if it is a big room.

12-09-2007, 13:26	#3
JimRockford Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: London Posts: 2,989	Screen size is all about personal preference. If it's a big room and you plan on sitting far away then you need a bigger screen obviously.

12-09-2007, 13:46	#4
Alcdrew Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,917	Cheers Jimmy Riddle, thats just the sort of thing I was looking for.

13-09-2007, 19:23	#5
carefree cook Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Wilts or saas fee,Switzerland Posts: 421	no point getting the w2000, nice set, but id being replaced by the w3000 late sept.

13-09-2007, 19:30	#6
carefree cook Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Wilts or saas fee,Switzerland Posts: 421	as far as the full hd debate for you, as the d3000 is a 100hz set. itl play full 1080p pictures, as itl insert a artificial frame to equal the 1080p refresh rate. only problem is deciding 40 or 32

13-09-2007, 21:40	#7
Nigel Goodwin Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: North Derbyshire Posts: 41,789	Quote: Originally Posted by carefree cook as far as the full hd debate for you, as the d3000 is a 100hz set. itl play full 1080p pictures, as itl insert a artificial frame to equal the 1080p refresh rate. So it's NOT full 1080P?, if it's inserting a frame it's just making things up! - obviously to be full 1080P it needs to be a 1080 full panel, accept 1080P, and display it as such.

13-09-2007, 21:46	#8
whatvideo Banned User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 157	Quote: Originally Posted by Alcdrew A friend is looking at getting either a Sony W2000 or D3000, the full HD debate on which is still on going... But she is going form a 26" CRT, which she admits is far too small for her living room. And has asked my advice on what size to get, which is hard as I've only seen her living room once and that was a long time ago. But it is big from what I remember. Anyway, oon to the question!! What is the opimal room size/ viewing area for 32 and 40"? Then I can say. 'If you sit x meters away get the 32 if it's more like x way get the 40. or your room size is x so get x size. Cheers for any help, I'm sure there is a web site some where that tells me this sort of stuff, but I can't find it. Also any one with any views on either TV, please let me know. And if they plan to spend a lot of time watching SD on it then take into consideration that SD looks poor on a flat panel set compared to CRT and the 40" may show this up if they are too close. It depends how far from the screen they will be as to whether the SD looks acceptable

14-09-2007, 10:27	#9
doesyourheadin Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wales Posts: 643	Quote: Originally Posted by carefree cook no point getting the w2000, nice set, but id being replaced by the w3000 late sept. You can use that with almost any electrical purchase. Personally if it is about to be replaced, keep your eyes peeled for discounts. I have a w2000 and it is a fantastic set, although I did need to get a HD box as it looked very average on a standard feed I will guess you will end up paying a lot less than the £1700 I paid for it. I had mine from the local Sony centre, at the time I could have had it for £1550 online, but they were giving a 5 year warranty as well, so if you have a Sony Centre check them out, as their warranty is worth getting on such a big purchase

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