Samsung 600 Series LCD - Quality of off-angle image? For people with a Samsung 630 or 650 LCD, what is your opinion / experience with the quality of the image when viewed from off angles? Thanks.
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We did not see much problem with off angle viewing on our LN52A630, but we are within 60 degree of the centerline of the TV. I would suggest buying a stand or wall mount that pivots or extends out from the wall. But you have probably already thought of that. The wall mount was quite a challenge to install. First, the bracket has to be centered between two wall studs, which restricts the optimum position of the TV. Second, with the wall mount we bought, it was very hard to work backwards from the desired elevation of the TV to the proper location for the lag bolts holding the bracket on the wall. Third, because of the weight of the bracket and the TV, this is definitely a two-person job. We did not see much problem with off angle viewing on our LN52A630, but we are within 60 degree of the centerline of the TV. I would suggest buying a stand or wall mount that pivots or extends out from the wall. But you have probably already thought of that. The wall mount was quite a challenge to install. First, the bracket has to be centered between two wall studs, which restricts the optimum position of the TV. Second, with the wall mount we bought, it was very hard to work backwards from the desired elevation of the TV to the proper location for the lag bolts holding the bracket on the... » Read More We did not see much problem with off angle viewing on our LN52A630, but we are within 60 degree of the centerline of the TV. I would suggest buying a stand or wall mount that pivots or extends out from the wall. But you have probably already thought of that. The wall mount was quite a challenge to install. First, the bracket has to be centered between two wall studs, which restricts the optimum position of the TV. Second, with the wall mount we bought, it was very hard to work backwards from the desired elevation of the TV to the proper location for the lag bolts holding the bracket on the wall. Third, because of the weight of the bracket and the TV, this is definitely a two-person job. « Show Less
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I am really impressed with the off angle performance of the 630 I received (52 in. "S" panel).A moderate loss of contrast at a much lower angle, such as lying in front of the screen, but very little side loss, viewable from any angle.
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Thanks - this is consistent with some concerns that I developed about LCDs while researching TVs. My set will go into the corner of a large room, with some of the seating off-angle. I just ordered a plasma set (Pioneer PDP-5020FD).
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Consumer Reports rates the off angle viewing with the 650 as Good or average. Only a few LCD HDTVs are rated higher or lower than average by CR. Last year's Samsung LN-T5271 was an exception and was rated above average for viewing angle. Viewing angle is one major shortcoming of LCD HDTVs, but most current DLP HDTVs are even more limited. Ignore those published viewing angle stats. What counts is how many degrees off angle you can move before you observe a noticeable shift in color accuracy and/or contrast.
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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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I just want to know if their is any pixelization during sports. I have a 52 inch samsung lcd 60htz and it get choppy during fast action, does this tv do it too? or does the 600 htz take that problem away?
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Actually online aficionado......The new Samsung LED's are WORSE. It is mentioned in cnets reviews and some have left comments here on amazon. One guy mentioned how he can see streaks running through his new LED tv in a dark room. So yeah... LCD's only look good when the lights are on.My friend has a panasonic plasma that he games on a lot. NO BURN IT. There is temporary image retention but that goes away fast.
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D. K. Smith, Yes, just about every angle is a "great seat", and someone would be more distracted by being either too far away or at too great an angle (of ANY set!) before the picture quality dropped significantly. Thanks for your interest in Samsung products. --Mr. S
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Yes, and it's AMAZING! Out of the box it's the greatest picture ever. My 3rd LCD and I'm sold on Samsung. The sharp picture, the bells and whistles... GREAT BUY!
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Never had an lcd, so can't answer your question w a "comparative" response. But I don't have any clue why ppl would complain abt a glare on this particular Samsung. It has an truly unbelievable picture... Easily one of the the best I've ever seen.
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I have the 40 inch version and the picture looks great when viewing from an angle. No loss of color or richness. (I did have to adjust the preset colors definitions to my liking, but that was regardless of the viewing angle.).
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J. Greer, which Best Buy did you get your TV from? The ones that I have visited in MI are not even carrying any 950s, I am not sure why. Also, did any of you compare the picture quality of the 950 with the 850? Is there a big improvement? Not sure which one I want to get, I realize one is LED and one is not but the A850 has a great deal on it while the 950 is on the expensive side for me. If there is a big difference I am willing to spend extra on the 950. Thanks!
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I am in the market, and I would love to buy the 65 inch Samsung, and yet, I still haven't heard a complete, positive and full compliment without any negatives, it is a lot of money to spend without having a sure guarantee, everytime I read a good comment, there's always a negative one next to it, I'll be damned if I know which TV to buy. Do the 65 inch Sony TVs have the same problems too? Is there a TV out there that is better than the Samsung?
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I got the b650 for 999 (in store only) at fry's, so it was much cheaper then the the b630 (don't go on sale as much). Actually I got it at 1199 and they dropped the price, so I got the discount a week later. I like the shiny screen, so yes, the color on the 650 is better if you have no reflection. If you have lots of windows then maybe the 630, but I don't think it is a big deal. The 630 looks amost like the cheaper sony v5100, so you might as well just get that. I spent a lot of time at the store looking at these. Your eyes will be your judgement and my eyes liked the 650 more. Spec different: 650 is 100,000 vs 630 80,000 dynamic contrast ratio.
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I just bought the 650 40 inch and can't wait. It's being delivered tomorrow..I did a lot of research and also called the Samsung company sales division..they told me there's a one year warranty and if you call with a problem during the first year they will help you in tech dept free of charge..I have to tell you that I've had a Samsung 19 inch computer monitor for three years now..it's great. when I first got it, I had a problem, and they insisted it may be the monitor not the computer itself and they said they should replace it..they did, problem cleared ..no more problem..what great customer service..it may be different with a computer monitor and the tv...in terms of policies and accessibility..I'm deciding on whether to get the extended warranty in spite of the one year because for me, this is an expensive item and a big investment..
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Hey Elliot,Did you have the specialists at the stores calibrate the visual settings (brightness, contrast, etc.) to be the same on both the 650 and the 850? Alot of the time, the stores make the more expensive models look better in order to get you to buy the more expensive one. My advice, go bad to the stores and tell them to make the settings the same and then compare. I'd be very curious to know the result. Good luck.
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As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can control the light in your room and don't mind the redder bezel on the 650, you might be happier with that. As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can... » Read More As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can control the light in your room and don't mind the redder bezel on the 650, you might be happier with that. « Show Less
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I have a total of 6 Samsung TV's. I have a 46" 7000 and a 46" 7500 that are 3 years old. 2-22" inch tvs and this summer i purchased 2 of the 50"-6400's. the 7500 primarily used for gaming (xbox360, ps4) and it is fantastic. I am extremely happy with my all of Samsung purchases. After buying the first 2 samsungs 3 years ago I have been very happy. they work well in bright sunlight and have a great picture. We rarely use the 3D feature on our Tv's but it works well. I would highly recommend samsung tvs.
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Kevin, I am not answering your question but I am confirming that I have the same problem with Samsung I just purchased 3 days ago. It is a complete mirror in my family room. People say plasma or lcd/led has better picture quality, but if all you can see is the reflection of the room or trees and clouds in the sky reflecting from your window, then I would say that would be a very very poor quality picture. And shouldn't you be able to enjoy your TV and look outside your window at the same time? You shouldn't have to make your room like a cave to see your TV. We love our big windows and well-lit room. Never had this problem with our previous DLP. Sorry, just venting. I'm going in the store today to look at the Mitsubishi DLP's.
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I've got a 46" 860. It's unbelievable. Vibrant true colors and best of all, hardly any screen glare like on the 650 and 850. Best LCD on the market.