Plasma vs. LCD-42"

masterswimmer · 12-18-2007, 10:56 AM

I know this topic was just beat to death. Now that the holiday season is upon us, I'm just wondering if anyone has some new purchases they'd like to share.

I'd prefer to go with 1080p. Not sure which is preferable, LCD or Plasma. All input (hopefully from experience) is welcome.

Thanks,
swimmer

nikkibabee · 12-18-2007, 11:08 AM

LCD - Any hit or bump on a plasma will break the fluid inside. I used to work in Costco and the most returns were from Plasma's.

roncgizmo · 12-18-2007, 11:10 AM

Go with the LCD. The Plasma still has to many issues..The LCD is the same type they use in laptops it's been proven to work even under some bad conditions..plus if you look at the plasma like in a car race or football game you can see trails at times. the plasma also has a much shorter life span from what I've read 5~7 years and it's done.

**Chiefmcfuz** · 12-18-2007, 11:10 AM

I agree, LCD is much better an option. And if you're buying I'll take 2 Russ

**bad coffee** · 12-18-2007, 11:14 AM

If you're not in a big hurry, wait till right after the superbowl. Lots o people 'rent' big screens from large electronic stores and then return them the week after. . .

I'm a big fan of the smaller (~20") sharp aquos. We use a bunch of them backstage and they're great.

B

asianer · 12-18-2007, 11:59 AM

My personal opinion is that plasma will eventually be going the way of the dinosaur and Betamax. In the past, refresh rates and truer blacks were only found on plasma t.v.'s. The technology has finally caught up to LCD's making it a much better product. I have had my Olevia 37" LCD for over 2 years now and couldn't be happier with it. I just bought my brother the 47" 1080p LCD for ~$1,200. There are many great deals out there, if you need help locating one let me know.
Or you can just wait for this:
http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/08/s...nch-oled-hdtv/

**Chiefmcfuz** · 12-18-2007, 12:03 PM

I just bought a 32" Element LCD 720p and I love it.

Bikinisalt · 12-18-2007, 12:04 PM

Plasma is not the way to go. I have a 52" Plasma going on about 2 years now and messing up. I wish at the time LCD was more into the market. I recently back in July purchased a 42" LCD and it is doing great...

Alexxn · 12-18-2007, 12:49 PM

That Plasma "burning out" thing is from the earliest Plasmas and not a factor anymore. I have (2) 42" Panasonic Plasmas, one is a year old, the other 2 years old. Never any problems / issues.

I'm not saying LCD or Plasma is better that the other but I wouldn't discount one over mis-information.

From what I've read LCD's are better suited to rooms that won't get alot of light and Plasmas are a better choice for rooms that can be brightly lit (sunlight) there is also the viewing angle that comes into play as well...

Just my 2 cents here....

mankc · 12-18-2007, 12:52 PM

Anybody intersted in lcds/plasmas I have access to them at very low prices.... Visit my site at www.bajangles.com for competitive pricing.... Who knows i might just have that unit your looking for the holidays and best of all CHEAP!

12-18-2007, 10:56 AM	#1
masterswimmer www.saltwatercritters.com Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Orange County Posts: 9,253 Reefer Ratings: (88) Friends: (16)	Plasma vs. LCD-42" I know this topic was just beat to death. Now that the holiday season is upon us, I'm just wondering if anyone has some new purchases they'd like to share. I'd prefer to go with 1080p. Not sure which is preferable, LCD or Plasma. All input (hopefully from experience) is welcome. Thanks, swimmer __________________ House of Fish (845) 610-3114 www.saltwatercritters.com Serving all your saltwater critter and reef needs

12-18-2007, 11:10 AM	#4
Chiefmcfuz Big Nosed Lazy Reef Dummy Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 11,987 Reefer Ratings: (21) Friends: (31)	I agree, LCD is much better an option. And if you're buying I'll take 2 Russ __________________ Brendan "So this is how liberty dies, With thunderous applause" Padme Amidala in "Revenge of the Sith" My reef tank 24 gallon Aquapod

12-18-2007, 12:03 PM	#7
Chiefmcfuz Big Nosed Lazy Reef Dummy Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 11,987 Reefer Ratings: (21) Friends: (31)	I just bought a 32" Element LCD 720p and I love it. __________________ Brendan "So this is how liberty dies, With thunderous applause" Padme Amidala in "Revenge of the Sith" My reef tank 24 gallon Aquapod

12-18-2007, 12:49 PM	#9
Alexxn Fun in the Sun ! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: S Florida Posts: 408 Reefer Ratings: (10) Friends: (2)	That Plasma "burning out" thing is from the earliest Plasmas and not a factor anymore. I have (2) 42" Panasonic Plasmas, one is a year old, the other 2 years old. Never any problems / issues. I'm not saying LCD or Plasma is better that the other but I wouldn't discount one over mis-information. From what I've read LCD's are better suited to rooms that won't get alot of light and Plasmas are a better choice for rooms that can be brightly lit (sunlight) there is also the viewing angle that comes into play as well... Just my 2 cents here.... __________________ Gone , but very successful, 58 Gal Reef tank, 29 Gal DIY sump, Aquactinics fixture, dual 175W 10K Ushio, 2 T5 Giesmann Actinic Plus, Icecap 175 W ballast Bubble King Mini 180, Eheim 1262 return, Reef Fanatic ATO, RK2, One Percula AND One Oscellaris clownfish, 2 Anthias, Diamond Gobie, Blackcap Basslet....assorted Zoos and Soft Corals http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/...formation.html http://www.saltwatercritters.com/58g_oceanic

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12-18-2007, 11:08 AM	#2
nikkibabee Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: rego park Posts: 653 Reefer Ratings: (12) Friends: (19)	LCD - Any hit or bump on a plasma will break the fluid inside. I used to work in Costco and the most returns were from Plasma's.

12-18-2007, 11:10 AM	#3
roncgizmo Thats Mr. Clown to you! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Clifton NJ Posts: 260 Reefer Ratings: (2) Friends: (0)	Go with the LCD. The Plasma still has to many issues..The LCD is the same type they use in laptops it's been proven to work even under some bad conditions..plus if you look at the plasma like in a car race or football game you can see trails at times. the plasma also has a much shorter life span from what I've read 5~7 years and it's done.

12-18-2007, 11:59 AM	#6
asianer Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Chelsea, NY Posts: 463 Reefer Ratings: (13) Friends: (7)	My personal opinion is that plasma will eventually be going the way of the dinosaur and Betamax. In the past, refresh rates and truer blacks were only found on plasma t.v.'s. The technology has finally caught up to LCD's making it a much better product. I have had my Olevia 37" LCD for over 2 years now and couldn't be happier with it. I just bought my brother the 47" 1080p LCD for ~$1,200. There are many great deals out there, if you need help locating one let me know. Or you can just wait for this: http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/08/s...nch-oled-hdtv/

12-18-2007, 12:04 PM	#8
Bikinisalt Always Overfeeding Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: BRONX, NY (10465) Posts: 1,208 Reefer Ratings: (45) Friends: (13)	Plasma is not the way to go. I have a 52" Plasma going on about 2 years now and messing up. I wish at the time LCD was more into the market. I recently back in July purchased a 42" LCD and it is doing great...

12-18-2007, 12:52 PM	#10
mankc Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: L.E.S NYC Posts: 375 Reefer Ratings: (17) Friends: (7)	Anybody intersted in lcds/plasmas I have access to them at very low prices.... Visit my site at www.bajangles.com for competitive pricing.... Who knows i might just have that unit your looking for the holidays and best of all CHEAP!