DaDude Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 I know I said in other threads that I'm not interested in HDTVs, but everybody here has said nothing but good things about them, so I'm starting to look into buying one. However, I can't figure out which TV is better, Sony or Samsung. I heard both brands have excellent HDTVs. From experience, what do you people think is better? Which brand has better picture and the least amount of problems/issues? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tech Star Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 I love Sony TV's. The have the best picture quality in my opinion and you can't go wrong with their new Bravia TV's. Samsungs have the same LCD panels, but I don't know why they look not as great as Sony TV's side by side. I also don't like the Samsung TV designs for the new ones with the curve at the bottom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raa Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 The Sony Bravia is an absolute hands down winner, miles ahead of anything else i've looked at. I own one, and it's a ripper! The only catch is the cost, but then again, you get what you pay for :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavin001 Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 there new w4000 is an amazin set in person...they really r best at colour!! Plus with the new XMB settings it makes them that little extra bit sexier ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+StevoFC MVC Posted May 29, 2008 MVC Share Posted May 29, 2008 I prefer Samsung over Sony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrack Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 Sony Bravia is a hands down winner mate :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaDude Posted May 30, 2008 Author Share Posted May 30, 2008 Looks to me like Sony is better. I was kinda hoping people would say Samsung as they are much cheaper, but I guess you do get what you pay for. Well, if Sony is better, then I guess I better start saving. That'll take about 2-3 years. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gangsta Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 I'm gonna say Sony (We have a Bravia XBR [model KDL-52XBR4] in our media room, and I absolutely love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murderdoll Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 Tbh it's a tough choice, both are great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_kane81 Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 Looks to me like Sony is better. I was kinda hoping people would say Samsung as they are much cheaper, but I guess you do get what you pay for. Well, if Sony is better, then I guess I better start saving. That'll take about 2-3 years. :D in 2-3 years the price would have come down a heap.... and there will be different models out. samsung might be better than sony by then.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DELTETHISACCOUNT Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 Both Sony and Samsung spell QUALITY, hands down. Sony displays overall look better. Their AutoMotion engine is much smoother than Samsung's and produces less artifacts. But as with any Sony product, there is a heavier price to pay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaDude Posted May 30, 2008 Author Share Posted May 30, 2008 in 2-3 years the price would have come down a heap.... and there will be different models out. samsung might be better than sony by then.... Well I sure hope so. HDTVs have been out for quite a long time and the prices are still on the high side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_kane81 Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 I dont think so.... for a 32inc LCD you were looking at $2800 AU two years ago, now you see 32inc in Big W for $798 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaDude Posted May 30, 2008 Author Share Posted May 30, 2008 I always think Samsung TVs are more sleek looking than Sonys, but based on reviews and the responses here, it seems like Sony has better quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaDude Posted June 1, 2008 Author Share Posted June 1, 2008 I was just wondering. Do the Sony TVs allow you to calibrate each input separately? I know Samsung lets you do that, but I'm not sure if Sony does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Troll Subscriber¹ Posted June 1, 2008 Subscriber¹ Share Posted June 1, 2008 I prefer Samsung. However, it is personal preference as to how you like the colors. AVSForum is a great place for info on individual HDTVs...comparing two big name brands is just too general. When I purchased mine, it was widely recognized that the Samsung models were not as nice out of the box as the Sony, but if you spent the time to have them calibrated, they had a better picture. This was the 2006 line of 1080P DLP TVs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreadBoat89 Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 i think majority of you said sony was better than samsung because of brand image. they do use the same screens (as somebody already mentioned) if i were you, i would save myself some money and take the cheaper one (which would usually be the samsung) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaDude Posted June 2, 2008 Author Share Posted June 2, 2008 Do the Sony TVs allow you to calibrate each input separately? I know Samsung lets you do that, but I'm not sure if Sony does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtber Posted June 2, 2008 Share Posted June 2, 2008 Samsung Hands Down. Amazing picture quality and design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccuk Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 To be perfectly honest... going off what a small number on this forum say is probably not the best answer to the question you are posing. I would personally go to several different stores to compare the TV's, since each store will have different lighting, and see which looks better to you. I personally find the Samsung's reproduce better blacks over most Sony offerings but as said earlier... the Sony's are slightly better at reducing artifacting with SD content. At the end of the day the choice is personal, I however believe that you wouldn't be disappointed purchasing either a Sony or Samsung TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
well... Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 If im not mistaken sony and samsung share the same LCD factory or at least collaborate, any differences are in the electronics that drive the screen. http://uk.biz.yahoo.com/29112006/244/samsu...cd-venture.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DELTETHISACCOUNT Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 Just go to your local Best Buy or Circuit City and see for yourself. Your eyes will tell you more than our words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I was faced with a similar dilemma, and opted for a Samsung set. No regrets. A friend of mine has a Bravia which is equally amazing, just a little more expensive. It's all a matter of personal opinion. You should go check out the sets you like in a local retailer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangbang023 Veteran Posted June 4, 2008 Veteran Share Posted June 4, 2008 The two companies seem to give you a different type of image. The Samsung goes for very vibrant colors and the glossy panels (on some sets) while the Sony's focus more on subdued tones that, to me, appear more natural. I would go with a Sony, fi it can be afforded. It's close and down to which image type you like, but I personally prefer the natural color tones on the Sony models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainer82 Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I moved from Sony to Samsung with my latest TV purchase, I have no regrets. The Samsung LN46A460A is by far the best looking TV, the PQ is perfect, there's no ghosting whatsoever when playing Xbox 360 or watching fast paced movies. http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2047/244361...e05890f64_o.png Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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