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Topic "Contrast ratio" was discussed 8,290 times on 799 sites in last 3 months
Started 3 days, 4 hours ago (2009-11-25 11:57:00)
by Noverech
I'm going to be picking up a Samsung 50'' Plasma TV today from Best Buy and I've been doing some research and discovered that the dynamic contrast ratios that companies claim are a bit exaggerated. Here is the link to the TV. The model number is PN50B530S2F: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Samsung+-+50%22+****/+ 1080p+/+600Hz+/+Plasma+HDTV/9290117.p?skuId=929011 7&id=1218075402383 (sorry, could ...
Started 4 days, 12 hours ago (2009-11-24 03:58:00)
by Libertine Lush
Hi everybody, I'm gonna purchase the 27" iMac but I'm curious about an aspect of monitors I've never considered. The iMac has a contrast ratio of 1000:1. When I look at ads for TVs, whether it's LCDs or plasmas, the contrast ratios are significantly greater. Can the contrast ratios of TVs be compared directly to computer monitors? Is for example the 1000:1 on the iMac ...
Started 6 days, 1 hour ago (2009-11-22 14:37:00)
by multiplat
Native contrast ratio Vs. Static contrast ratio ? Im trying to find out if my 120hz 1080p XBR40 inch sonia bravia is up to snuff. Is is listed as: 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 3,000:1 static contrast ratio 1)is static ratio the same as native ratio? 2) In other words , Which contrast ratio is the "real one" that I should be paying attention to. is dynamic contrat ratio the "...
Started 2 weeks, 3 days ago (2009-11-11 08:35:00)
by Odygames
I want to buy a LCD monitor. I like the Samsung SM-T260 26'' but I haven't made my mind yet. I have seen a lot of LCD monitors (I still use a 19'' CRT) and the dynamic contrast is going, at some point, to annoy me. Is there a setting in the T260 and in other LCDs out there to disable it? In reviews, for a few monitors, I've read, this isn't mentioned...
Started 3 weeks, 2 days ago (2009-11-05 13:03:00)
by RIKIL
I am looking at buying TVs and the two questions I have about the TV (LCD) specifics are: is a 120 Hz refresh rate noticabe? I see TVs out there that have a 240 Hz rate. I know what this means but I am not sure if I would notice the difference when watching sports. Also, the same question for the contrast ratio. ...
Started 4 weeks, 1 day ago (2009-10-30 10:00:00)
by sbp
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Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-20 15:39:00)
by Oblivion2500
Boomercapt wrote: Oblivion2500 wrote: Yeah but I can't affort a tv bigger than 32" and I can't affort plasma or LED. I only have $580.00 and I am not even an adult! So don't talk to me like I am some rich millionaire... I have decided that I am getting a 60hz w/30:000 contrast. But please show me a comparison of a 32" samsung with a 32" sony...(PICTURES)... $580 huh? ...
Started 3 days, 5 hours ago (2009-11-25 10:28:00)
by unamused
yep, dont listen to anything that says "dynamic contrast" or "gray to gray" That's just plain silly marketing. However, if you have ever seen an OLED tv in person (CES show last year) their claimed 3gazillion:1 contrast ratio may have *some* truth.... drool....
Started 3 days, 1 hour ago (2009-11-25 15:10:00)
by rastan
I can't find it on that model, but I don't think I've seen a plasma under ~15,000 native contrast ratio (that's one of plasmas strong points). The heat issue pimperjones mentions may be a concern though!
Started 6 days, 19 hours ago (2009-11-21 20:47:00)
by rastan
The better the native contrast resolution, the better the picture. Doesn't matter if it is a game or movie. However, contrast ratio is only one variable in the overall picture quality equation. In terms of shopping, you really need to do so homework as the contrast ratio specs given by manufacturers are garbage and don't mean anything. YOu need to try to find the native contrast ratios in ...
Started 5 days, 23 hours ago (2009-11-22 16:32:00)
by rastan
Native contrast ratio is the important number. 3,000:1 is descent for an LCD. The best LED based LCD's can get up to ~15,000:1. Many lower priced LCD's are really around 1,000:1 despite their meaningless and "awe-inspiring" dynamic contrast ratios like "500,000:1." For reference, plasmas normally have superior native contrast ratios. The best plasmas can get over 35,000:1.
Started 6 days, 16 hours ago (2009-11-22 00:13:00)
by FormerDittoHead
I have DISCS AND DISKS of PDF files for the reading. The Sony is the way to go, but the screen is like black on week old newspaper. Wait for newer ones with a whiter screen.
