Cost twice as much as a 70"? I'm not understanding the $5000 vs $2000 for a 80 inch and the 70 inch at Best Buy. It's the same tv!!! I can't justify $3000 for 10 inches..I could buy 2 70" tvs for that money.This definately means the 80" is overpriced. it couldn't cost much more than a 70" to make. Cost twice as much as a 70"? I'm not understanding the $5000 vs $2000 for a 80 inch and the 70 inch at Best Buy. It's the same tv!!! I can't justify $3000 for 10 inches..I could... » Read More Cost twice as much as a 70"? I'm not understanding the $5000 vs $2000 for a 80 inch and the 70 inch at Best Buy. It's the same tv!!! I can't justify $3000 for 10 inches..I could buy 2 70" tvs for that money.This definately means the 80" is overpriced. it couldn't cost much more than a 70" to make. « Show Less
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The 70" inch seems small in comparison to the 80". I've compared them side by side at best buy and there is definitely a huge difference. I say if you really want to go all out, get the 80"! The 70" inch is 2200.00 right now. The 80" is 4000.00. They are matching certain coupons from HH Gregg and the out the door price with tax will be 3500.00. Now that's a deal!
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They have to use different equipment to produce LED panels wide enough for 80" TVs, so you're paying for the cost of the new machinery to produce the larger size.
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The screen is measured diagonally, so if you add another 10" then then you have to increase both the width and length of the screen. So the difference between a 70" and an 80" is about 100 square inches. It's not easy building and manouvering a 640 square inch almost paper thin wafer and then mounting it in a chassis and converting it to a TV. Maybe they had to design new machinery to handle the bigger screen.
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Everyone just wait - the price of LCD's are dropping 3-4% each quarter, and in this economy, stores and online retailers are stuck with excess inventory - less than a month ago the price of this TV was $1494, and today it's over $110 more - that's absolutely ridiculous. At Best Buy in my area (near Philadelphia, PA) an open-box unit of this TV was selling for $1,609.99 - when a place like Best Buy (with their prices typically $300-$400 more than Amazon) comes close to Amazon prices for an open box unit, I believe that is an indication that supply is increasing at reasonable prices and the price both online and offline will likely be driven down in turn! Everyone just wait - the price of LCD's are dropping 3-4% each quarter, and in this economy, stores and online retailers are stuck with excess inventory - less than a month ago the price of this TV was $1494, and today it's over $110 more - that's absolutely ridiculous. At Best Buy in my area (near Philadelphia, PA) an open-box unit of this TV was selling for $1,609.99 - when a place like Best Buy (with their prices typically $300-$400 more than Amazon) comes close to Amazon prices for an open box unit, I believe that is an indication that supply is increasing at reasonable prices and the... » Read More Everyone just wait - the price of LCD's are dropping 3-4% each quarter, and in this economy, stores and online retailers are stuck with excess inventory - less than a month ago the price of this TV was $1494, and today it's over $110 more - that's absolutely ridiculous. At Best Buy in my area (near Philadelphia, PA) an open-box unit of this TV was selling for $1,609.99 - when a place like Best Buy (with their prices typically $300-$400 more than Amazon) comes close to Amazon prices for an open box unit, I believe that is an indication that supply is increasing at reasonable prices and the price both online and offline will likely be driven down in turn! « Show Less
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as a new 850 owner, I frankly cannot understand the price-premium for an 860 TV. After the initial "infant mortality" period is over, most electronic units are very realiable, and I don't understand how an extra 6 months of warranty can warrant an additional $200 in price ...
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I was going to probably place my order tonight for this TV and now I see they jacked up the price 400 bucks. So much for that. Why does Amazon mess with the price so much? Rather annoying.
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Thanks, T., that's good information. I wish I had the space (and cash) for one of those, especially the 42PZ700, but I'll still probably grab a 42PX60U. I did see a couple of sites with specs on the 75U models that showed them slightly wider than the 42PX60U (and a bit too wide for me.)I wonder about all the sites which are advertising these TVs (the 75U in particular) and claiming to have them in stock.
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That is exactly my plan. I am glad you got just what you wanted. I have been watching pricing on 5 or 6 tvs for 6 months or so. The least expensive I have seen the 7000 for is yesterdays $1220 at Amazon. And you got the 8000 for $1000? That is an incredible price! Do you mind my asking where you purchased it? Thanks also for the feedback on the similarity between the 7000 and the 8000. Good luck. Steve
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1) The TV rose $135, not $230. 2) Amazon has an EXCELLENT price match policy. I bought mine for $1520 and the next day it went down to $1489 and I got credited the $31 price drop. I wouldn't worry, as I guarantee the price will come back down, probably during labor day weekend. 3) Why did you have to wait to get your paycheck to buy the TV? Sounds like a dumb excuse to me. Put it on a credit card, and that gives you a whole month until you actually have to pay for it.
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The 70 inch (70lb7100) is 31ms, which is much better than average. I would expect this model to do the same since it has essentially the same guts. The better Sony's will do about 20, while most TV's are around 50.
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This is EXACTLY the issue with me as well. Ironically, I also do not watch TV that much, and currently have a 27 inch (Panasonic) CRT that I am looking to replace. I have pretty much decided to go with the 550 model. I looked at the two side-by-side in a store and could not notice the difference (a common cable feed -- probably 720p or 1080i -- was going to both). I don't know if the 120 Hz was on for the 650, but reading many comments here and other sites, it seems like this isn't worth it unless you watch alot of sports (alot of people seem to keep it off). As for the better contrast ratio for the 650 (50000:1 compared to 30000:1), I don't believe I could tell the difference. Aside from video, the extras for the 650 don't really seem worth it. You get the so-called Infolink which gives you capability of RSS feeds (presumably a limited number, possibly more in the future). But I am a news junky and like to look at all the various newspapers on the internet -- I'll stick with my computer. If I want, I'll just hook my computer up to the TV to look on the big screen. Extra HDMI port -- big deal, can always buy a switch box for cheaper than the difference. Other extras, if they exist, usually can be gotten around by buying external devices, if you want or need them. Bottom line, if you're like me, go for the cheaper 550. addendum to my previous post: Got the 550 and it's beautiful. Will not fret over whether I should have gotten the 650 (gotta get on with life). I avoided paying an extra ~$300 by doing this.
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I'll tell you two things here.I've heard that the 750 has had halo issues. I've heard it a lot, and I've heard it from 750 who are now 850 buyers.I also had an opportunity to compare the 750 and 850 side by side. Looking down the specs, I don't see the difference, but seeing them in action it's visible. The 850 is hands down, the best looking tv I have ever seen. It's just amazing. All I'm doing now is waiting for the price to drop to my target, and it's sold.
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Just call customer service. The price has dropped twice since I purchased this television earlier this month, and both times they credited my account when I called. They have a 30 day price guarantee, so if the price drops again within 30 days, be sure to call and get your additional refund!
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I had received a email from Amazon Tuesday 8/23/11 advertising this TV for $598.00 at a whooping $11.00 savings, so I put it in my cart to purchase later this week. I was shocked to see today that the price jumped up this high (738.95) in one day! I did check with Sam's Club and they have them with free shipping for the $598.00 price. What is up with Amazon?
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Thanks! I've been looking at the TVs in stores and I really like this one. There is a Sony model that is one up from this one, but it costs about $500 more.
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I looked at both and bought the 750....for the price (and difference) you are really looking at how important a super thin TV is to you, if saving $2 a month on your energy bill makes that big of a difference, or if you are that nuts about LED, for $800 I wasn't. 200,000 to 1 as a Dynamic contrast ratio is more than enough (you can't really tell much more of a difference). If you really wanna get the LED and are willing to spend that kind of money get the 8000 (even thinner and edge lit led). Because of the models above and below it, and price differences I don't see the 7000 making much sense unless you find a unique deal that only has that set on sale. I looked at both and bought the 750....for the price (and difference) you are really looking at how important a super thin TV is to you, if saving $2 a month on your energy bill makes that big of a difference, or if you are that nuts about LED, for $800 I wasn't. 200,000 to 1 as a Dynamic contrast ratio is more than enough (you can't really tell much more of a difference). If you really wanna get the LED and are willing to spend that kind of money get the 8000 (even thinner and edge lit led). Because of the models above and below it, and price differences I don't see the 7000... » Read More I looked at both and bought the 750....for the price (and difference) you are really looking at how important a super thin TV is to you, if saving $2 a month on your energy bill makes that big of a difference, or if you are that nuts about LED, for $800 I wasn't. 200,000 to 1 as a Dynamic contrast ratio is more than enough (you can't really tell much more of a difference). If you really wanna get the LED and are willing to spend that kind of money get the 8000 (even thinner and edge lit led). Because of the models above and below it, and price differences I don't see the 7000 making much sense unless you find a unique deal that only has that set on sale. « Show Less
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Can't make up my mind between Sony KDL-32L4000 for $474.53 or Sony KDL-40S4100 for $858.83 out the door. Will be for master bed room or for "fitness" room (incentive...). Any recommendations? Which one is a better deal?-This depends upon how far your equipment is from the television. 8 more inches for $400 seems like a big jump. There has to be better values if you want a bigger television. However, the price for the 32" is a great deal.
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Whoa, $478 is an amazing price! But I'm also happy with $499. I decided to get this one after returning a crappy 46'' Apex ($450) that was a doorbuster deal on Black Friday at Target. Even got a discount because my friend works there. Quality over quantity in inches. Wish I could get my wasted hours of standing in the cold though. Hope this TV don't disappoint!And FYI: I ordered mine on Black Friday with prime shipping... but UPS is saying it'll be here on Thursday!
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Amazon ran out of stock and 3rd party sellers are selling for elevated prices. This is a 2012 model so its likely no more are being made and 3rd parties are taking advantage of that fact and the positiive reviews leading to high demand. The 60" is the same price as the 55" because Amazon still has the 60" in stock (I think).