Which TV Sony KDL40XBR4 or Samsung LNT71F or Samsung LNT4069F? It seems that the LNT4069F is about $200.00 less that the Samsung LNT71F and Sony KDL40XBR4. $1450.00-$1650 delivered, do you have an opinion on which might be better? Thanks Which TV Sony KDL40XBR4 or Samsung LNT71F or Samsung LNT4069F? It seems that the LNT4069F is about $200.00 less that the Samsung LNT71F and Sony KDL40XBR4. $1450.00-$1650 delivered, do you have an... » Read More Which TV Sony KDL40XBR4 or Samsung LNT71F or Samsung LNT4069F? It seems that the LNT4069F is about $200.00 less that the Samsung LNT71F and Sony KDL40XBR4. $1450.00-$1650 delivered, do you have an opinion on which might be better? Thanks « Show Less
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I just compared the Sony XBR4 with the Samsung 71F. I found that the Samsung had deeper blacks, but to the point of hiding details in shadows or low light areas of the picture. With the Sony, the blacks were not as deep but it was possible to distinguish more detail in low light images. Overall, I found the Sony's picture to be better.
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Yeah, Samsung's are good tv's but Sony is the only way to go if you're going all the way. I had trouble with Samsungs and went with a Sony Bravia, and I haven't looked back at all since. I love my tv.
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Well, the answer to my question came in this morning's email: most of the TV's have a massive coupon attached. The prices don't come down to their lowest, but they do pretty well:Save $340 on the 46B650: 4AMHFN9NSave $300 on the 40B650: K4HV8PUBSave $485 on the 52B750: LBKWQO6V
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You can buy the KDL-46Z4100 from Sony for $1,799.99 -- free delivery. What's with Amazon?http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId;=-1&productId;=8198552921665411950
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XBR7 is better than XBR6 if there is little no price difference, or if price does not matter. Samsung LN46A650 to save money has same PQ. Sony XBR8 or Samsung 950 series are even better, but at a cost.
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TV hopeful, obviously you will buy what you think is best and Costco has the new Vizio 55 inch for $1800 but I am floored by the picture on this Samsung. I was going to buy a vizio but decided to hold out for this Samsung once they released their new 55 inch LED LCD and figured I'd get a good price which after a lot of work I did, $1620.00..good luck in your purchase which ever one you decide to get
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If I were you, I would buy the XBR9. Essentially, here's the difference between XBR7 and XBR9: XBR9 is newer, has higher contrast ratio (100k to 1 vs. 80k to 1) and has the latest video processor (Bravia Engine 3 vs. Bravia Engine 2). It's really not much of a comparison. Both are 240 Hz LCD TV's. Now your title mentions XBR8 as well. XBR8 is backlit using LED instead of CCFL in the XBR7 and XBR9. XBR8 also incorporates Local Dimming with LED getting the contrast ratio up to 1 million to 1. But honestly, if you want a nice LED backlit TV, go buy a Samsung B8000 or B8500 (includes local dimming) or if you want something cheaper, get the LG LH90. Sony is not known for their LED backlit LCD HDTV's just yet, so I wouldn't take a chance with this.
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Hey Guys, I feel the same way. I've been watching the price (LN52A650) since April when it debuted and have noticed the price flucuations starting just a few months ago. I don't get it. You mention the popularity of the new Samsung line. I think it has really gained momentum the last month or two. A lot of the retailers, (e.g. Sears, BB, Circuit City, etc.) have been pushing the whole Samsung line in their advertisments. I'm just hoping the price resumes its price decline come early fall before the start of the X-mas shopping season. Just acquired my upgraded NAD A/V receiver and TV console for the Samsung, just need the TV now. Hey Guys, I feel the same way. I've been watching the price (LN52A650) since April when it debuted and have noticed the price flucuations starting just a few months ago. I don't get it. You mention the popularity of the new Samsung line. I think it has really gained momentum the last month or two. A lot of the retailers, (e.g. Sears, BB, Circuit City, etc.) have been pushing the whole Samsung line in their advertisments. I'm just hoping the price resumes its price decline come early fall before the start of the X-mas shopping season. Just acquired my upgraded NAD A/V receiver and TV console... » Read More Hey Guys, I feel the same way. I've been watching the price (LN52A650) since April when it debuted and have noticed the price flucuations starting just a few months ago. I don't get it. You mention the popularity of the new Samsung line. I think it has really gained momentum the last month or two. A lot of the retailers, (e.g. Sears, BB, Circuit City, etc.) have been pushing the whole Samsung line in their advertisments. I'm just hoping the price resumes its price decline come early fall before the start of the X-mas shopping season. Just acquired my upgraded NAD A/V receiver and TV console for the Samsung, just need the TV now. « Show Less
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Consumer Reports says that the Samsung LN46A550 is the best LCD out there. Beating the Sony by a large margin. I too thought the the Sony would have been best until I looked at Consumer Reports. Hope this helps!!
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The only reason I can see is that Samsung discontinued this t.v, and with the overall design is not as space efficient as any of Samsungs other dlp televisions. I have this one and also a 720p set by samsung which I bought in 10-2006. Just to let you know, Samsung also has on sale a 50" DLP 720p set for $899. I bought this one, and gave the 720p set to my parents, and to be honest with you I didnt notice a difference at all. If youre just breaking into the HD world, Id suggest getting one of the HLT models from samsung that is on sale now on amazon. You wont notice a difference, save yourself hundreds, and will less likely have problems with the set, as I and many others have with this particular model.
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So where did you find the Sony KDL-32L4000 for $474.53? That sounds like a great deal.
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There's a promotion going for the LN46B750. Amazon is currently selling it for $1,999.99. Input coupon code, "SAMTV300" and it drops to $1,699.99. I'm pissed because yesterday I picked up an LN46A860 from Crutchfield for $1,579.99 with 1% FW cashback. It already shipped, bleh. Specs wise, seems like everything is the same except that the LN46B750 introduces 240Hz motion and Internet@TV (Yahoo!, YouTube, Flickr, etc.). Also, the LN46B750 has a charcoal ToC while the LN46A860 has a dark blue one. Moreover, I haven't come across a review that details the performance of the 240Hz motion.
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The only reason I can see is that Samsung discontinued this t.v, and with the overall design is not as space efficient as any of Samsungs other dlp televisions. I have this one and also a 720p set by samsung which I bought in 10-2006. Just to let you know, Samsung also has on sale a 50" DLP 720p set for $899.I bought this one, and gave the 720p set to my parents, and to be honest with you I didnt notice a difference at all. If youre just breaking into the HD world, Id suggest getting one of the HLT models from samsung that is on sale now on amazon. You wont notice a difference, save yourself hundreds, and will less likely have problems with the set, as I and many others have with this particular model. The only reason I can see is that Samsung discontinued this t.v, and with the overall design is not as space efficient as any of Samsungs other dlp televisions. I have this one and also a 720p set by samsung which I bought in 10-2006. Just to let you know, Samsung also has on sale a 50" DLP 720p set for $899.I bought this one, and gave the 720p set to my parents, and to be honest with you I didnt notice a difference at all. If youre just breaking into the HD world, Id suggest getting one of the HLT models from samsung that is on sale now on amazon. You wont... » Read More The only reason I can see is that Samsung discontinued this t.v, and with the overall design is not as space efficient as any of Samsungs other dlp televisions. I have this one and also a 720p set by samsung which I bought in 10-2006. Just to let you know, Samsung also has on sale a 50" DLP 720p set for $899.I bought this one, and gave the 720p set to my parents, and to be honest with you I didnt notice a difference at all. If youre just breaking into the HD world, Id suggest getting one of the HLT models from samsung that is on sale now on amazon. You wont notice a difference, save yourself hundreds, and will less likely have problems with the set, as I and many others have with this particular model. « Show Less
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after spending 2 weeks of research both on the internet and in store, i decided to pull the plug on the same sung 55b650 for both picture quality and price. you can buy either one of the 2 above tv's and you won't be disappointed with the picture quality. but for the current deal at beachcamera.com, you can have the 55b650 for $ 1479.00 shipped with the use of coupon code " ln55b650". you can't go wrong with this price and tv deal. sdechpross
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I am seriously thinking about getting this tv through BB later today. I've looked around the web and the cheapest is here on Amazon for $1199.Getting it from BB after tax would save me $324 and that is significant enough to want to upgrade my 46" 8 year old LCD tv, even though my wife will give me grief. =^)
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Answer to your question: Either the Samsung 4061 or the Sony 40V2500 for under a thousand bucks from Amazon Warehouse. Samsung has impressive color; Sony has sharp, life-like detail. I like the Sony.
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I have been a life-long Sony fan. I bought my first Samsung TV (UN55B8000) 8 months ago and am totally satisfied. I have not experienced any issues whatsoever. The picture quality and price of the Samsung blows anything Sony had at the time I made my purchase. I highly recommend Samsung!
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We just purchased a Sony 40XBR4 less than a week ago and are extremely annoyed with the loud fan noise. We returned the first one and this one is even noiser. Did you buy a Samsung 71F or 69F? If so, are you happy with it? Any fan noise?D O'Reilly