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look i don't know what it is but i just can't see any difference at all looking at blu ray.
'm in stores all the time so i walk by the T V showcase and see whatever they are playing and I just don't get it
I can notice the difference in say switching video card settings in a game or resolution difference on a monitor
I know there are different TV set ups I'm just torn over this.
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I assume you want to rent so you can test whether there is an advantage to Blu-ray? You don't say where you are, but I'm sure there are stores that rent BD players.
That said, you need a minimum of an HDTV (720p or better) and preferably 37" or larger, AND to sit close enough to be able to see the difference between BD and DVD.
The only setup where Blu-ray is always going to be better is with a 1080p projector and big screen (or a 50" or larger 1080p HDTV).
While test have shown that the majority of consumers when shown two identical setups (40" 1080p HDTVs), one with a DVD and one with a BD of the same movie, can see a difference, a significant proportion either didn't see any difference or didn't think it was significant enough to justify the high cost of the player and premium price for the Blu-ray disks.
Personally, I fall in the latter category. I still buy mainly DVDs and only buy BD if the price is a bargain AND it's something where I really want the best image (and sound) available.
Finally, some stores (e.g. Best Buy, Costco, Future Shop) will allow you to return equipment for a full refund if it doesn't meet your expectations. You would have to buy the player to try it out ... but it's one way to get a chance to do testing.
Bottom line: BD is a great choice for the minority of consumers who have the necessary equipment can benefit (e.g. large screen HDTV, good HDMI equipped surround audio setup) AND are willing to pay the premium price (vs DVD). But most consumers should stick to DVD until prices come down and/or they need to buy a new player (In which case a BD player makes more sense than a new DVD player).
I assume you want to rent so you can test whether there is an advantage to Blu-ray? You don't say where you are, but I'm sure there are stores that rent BD players.
That said, you need a minimum of an HDTV (720p or better) and preferably 37" or larger, AND to sit close enough to be able to see the difference between BD and DVD.
The only setup where Blu-ray is always going to be better is with a 1080p projector and big screen (or a 50" or larger 1080p HDTV).
While test have shown that the majority of consumers when shown two identical setups (40" 1080p HDTVs), one with a DVD and one with a BD of the same movie, can see a difference, a significant proportion either didn't see any difference or didn't think it was significant enough to justify the high cost of the player and premium price for the Blu-ray disks.
Personally, I fall in the latter category. I still buy mainly DVDs and only buy BD if the price is a bargain AND it's something where I really want the best image (and sound) available.
Finally, some stores (e.g. Best Buy, Costco, Future Shop) will allow you to return equipment for a full refund if it doesn't meet your expectations. You would have to buy the player to try it out ... but it's one way to get a chance to do testing.
Bottom line: BD is a great choice for the minority of consumers who have the necessary equipment can benefit (e.g. large screen HDTV, good HDMI equipped surround audio setup) AND are willing to pay the premium price (vs DVD). But most consumers should stick to DVD until prices come down and/or they need to buy a new player (In which case a BD player makes more sense than a new DVD player).
how much should i pay for a blue ray player?
richard
where can i get the best deal on a blue ray and how much should i spend on it. i don't need the "top of the line" but i don't wanna get one at k-mart. unless you guys have any good things to say about their electronics. i have a 2000 dollar 50" panasonic viera and i need a blue ray desperately.
Answer
Set a price and stick to it. I already have one, but if I were buying a Blu-ray player now I wouldn't spend more than $250. For you that amount may be more or less, depending on what you can afford and how bad you want a Blu-ray player.
If I were you I would buy the Panasonic DMP-BD35. It's cnet's #1 stand-alone Blu-ray player. Costco has it for $280-$50 coupon=$230 today through the 25th. To get the best player for under $250 is a pretty good deal--and it comes with an HDMI cable.
The Sony BDP-S350 is good, but it doesn't decode DTS-HD MA. This won't matter unless you have a surround sound system (which you should given the amount you've put into the TV) that doesn't decode HD audio formats.
Set a price and stick to it. I already have one, but if I were buying a Blu-ray player now I wouldn't spend more than $250. For you that amount may be more or less, depending on what you can afford and how bad you want a Blu-ray player.
If I were you I would buy the Panasonic DMP-BD35. It's cnet's #1 stand-alone Blu-ray player. Costco has it for $280-$50 coupon=$230 today through the 25th. To get the best player for under $250 is a pretty good deal--and it comes with an HDMI cable.
The Sony BDP-S350 is good, but it doesn't decode DTS-HD MA. This won't matter unless you have a surround sound system (which you should given the amount you've put into the TV) that doesn't decode HD audio formats.
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