Topic: 2007 Brands Comparison Thread: Sony Bravia S Series 40" or Toshiba 37WL66E 37?

[theblue]

Here are the specs I have so far:

                           Philips                           Panasonic
Contrast               8000:1                           8500:1
100Hz                   yes                               yes
Response time        3ms                              6ms
Panel type             Spvi (Hard Panel)            IPS Alpha
HDMI Inputs           3                                  2 (both on rear)
Cost on brochure    94980                            89900

Sir will you actually pay the "on-brochure" prices?  Its too much. There are stores which will offer you lower prices. Lets say about 60K for LX700. 

[fnvillafuerte]

If you are into gaming, Philips is a better choice because of the faster response time.  The response time is one of the most important consideration if you plan to use the panel in gaming.

[mjct6210]

Sir will you actually pay the "on-brochure" prices?  Its too much. There are stores which will offer you lower prices. Lets say about 60K for LX700. 
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I would appreciate it if you can PM me some stores with better price offer. thanks.

[mjct6210]

If you are into gaming, Philips is a better choice because of the faster response time.  The response time is one of the most important consideration if you plan to use the panel in gaming.

thanks for your input i will seriously consider it.

[Nemesis91]

I am planning to buy a 32 inch LCD TV soon.  I have narrowed my budget & preference to these 2 models. Both are the high end models for their respective brands.  Is it advisable to spend the 5k+ on philips? Is a 3rd HDMI on the side or front really necessary? Do both brands offer the zero dead pixel warranty? In terms of durability which is preferred?

I'll be using it mainly on watching videos/cable and possibly my nephew will play his ps2 games here.

Here are the specs I have so far:

                           Philips                           Panasonic
Contrast               8000:1                           8500:1
100Hz                   yes                               yes
Response time        3ms                              6ms
Panel type             Spvi (Hard Panel)            IPS Alpha
HDMI Inputs           3                                  2 (both on rear)
Cost on brochure    94980                            89900

SD card slot                                               Yes
Pip                                                            Yes
Built in upcaler                                            Vreal2

Pana 32LX700 has 0 dead pixel policy.

[Tonmeister]

i also considered philips but ended up getting the panasonic lx700.

[mjct6210]

i also considered philips but ended up getting the panasonic lx700.

Been to automatic super center @ araneta center cubao.  They have demo units for both philips 32pfl9432 and panasonic tx-32lx700.  mas ok talaga ang picture quality nung panasonic. I even connected my t-100 cybershot via av inputs the panasonic gave a better pq.

Does a 3rd HDMI really matter?  Mas preferred ba talaga na gamitin ang HDMI cable over the rgb dvd cable? sa lahat kasi ng 32 inch lcd tv model na nakita ko ung panasonic lang ang 2 HDMI inputs lahat 3 na.

[IceTea]

It depends if you're buying HDMI devices to connect to your TV.  Like you mentioned, you have a nephew with PS2.  It's more likely that you'll upgrade it to PS3 or xBox360, which uses HDMI. On the other hand, as an option,  there's HDMI switcher/selector (I'm not sure what it's really called )  already.  Even if you have only one HDMI, this device will help solve that problem.

[Tonmeister]

Been to automatic super center @ araneta center cubao.  They have demo units for both philips 32pfl9432 and panasonic tx-32lx700.  mas ok talaga ang picture quality nung panasonic. I even connected my t-100 cybershot via av inputs the panasonic gave a better pq.

Does a 3rd HDMI really matter?  Mas preferred ba talaga na gamitin ang HDMI cable over the rgb dvd cable? sa lahat kasi ng 32 inch lcd tv model na nakita ko ung panasonic lang ang 2 HDMI inputs lahat 3 na.

having 3 or more hdmi inputs depends on your personal preference. in my case, i only use 1 hdmi input since i only connect 1 device to the tv--my dvd player. i also don't think one will use all the inputs at the same time which means that you can connect and disconnect the devices as needed. or better yet, just buy a hdmi switcher like what IceTea  suggested if you want convenience.

is hdmi better than rgb? based on my observation, it becomes significant only if you're input signal is more than 480p. btw, the lx700 hdmi input accepts both 50 and 60hz signals which is better than those offered by competition.

[vtec3]

I think the Pana is better than Philips. But you might want to consider also the types of inputs you will be using to your "high end" LCD of choice. Sayang naman to pay this amount if you will only use standard dvd or cable tv lang. There is a Pana 42 " Plasma available now in the market at half your budget. Very good for DVD and cable TV viewing. Ok na din sa PS2  . Another option is to add mga 10k more and makabili ka na ng 50" Pana Plasma.

[Tonmeister]

IMHO, you might want to consider also the types of inputs you will be using to your "high end" LCD of choice. Sayang naman to pay this amount if you will only use standard dvd or cable tv lang. There is a Pana 42 " Plasma available now in the market at half your budget. Very good for DVD and cable TV viewing. Ok na din sa PS2  . Another option is to add mga 10k more and makabili ka na ng 50" Pana Plasma.

may point si vtec3  dyan. like the hdmi inputs, at the end of the day, it boils down to your personal preference and priorities. good luck on your search for the right flat panel.

[mjct6210]

Thank you much for your inputs! More power to PDvd.

[donnvill]

I just got myself a Samsung LN-T3242H at bestbuy last thanksgiving and a 5.1 home theater all in all the amount that i paid is 48k pesos including the shipping to manila..

i just want to know if which is better the Samsung LN-T3242H or Sony Bravia KLV-32V300a .. i heard that Sony Bravia KLV-32V300a is just 44k alone and 53k with freebies at s&s.. should i return the samsung and get the sony at S&S in Shang? i wouldnt mind to stretch my budget.

just a want a great lcd for gaming and viewing as well..

thanks in advance for those who are great help..

[xxadonisxx]

I own a KLV-32V300A and i am happy with this LCD tv, just make sure that the unit that you will get is free from factory defects like dead pixels etc. and all will do just fine. The picture quality is really stunning since it already sports the bravia engine which maximizes the color depth of the tv, unlike the lower model which is the "U" series wherein the color quality is really night and day because i compared the unit side by side when i made my purchase. see my thread here: http://pinoydvd.com/board/index.php?topic=74274.0

[tonio]

ASSUMING these two are on the same price range, (say difference of 5k) which one would you take? TV will be used for normal TV viewing, DVD viewing and PS2 games...thanks

[E-reply]

ASSUMING these two are on the same price range, (say difference of 5k) which one would you take? TV will be used for normal TV viewing, DVD viewing and PS2 games...thanks

The new model of Panasonic LX series is 32LX77. Better yet compare 32LX77 vs 32S310. The Pana presents almost same picture quality as 32S310, but price is better.

At Sights and Sounds, we carry 32LX77.  However, this was sold out yesterday. We are expecting new arrival this coming Wednesday. You may wish to visit us to see and compare the picture between Panasonic and other brands.

[Nemesis91]

ASSUMING these two are on the same price range, (say difference of 5k) which one would you take? TV will be used for normal TV viewing, DVD viewing and PS2 games...thanks

Go for pana sir!
same lang requirement mo sa ginagamit ko. mas black ang pana vs the sony.
merry xmas!
Xmas sale din kami @theater works Trinoma or Stop Look N'Listen Robinson Pioneer
katabi ko Sony sa trinoma you can compare, mga staff dun they will admit na maganda talaga PQ ng pana.

[barrister]

katabi ko Sony sa trinoma you can compare, mga staff dun they will admit na maganda talaga PQ ng pana.

Bad ka, sir Nemesis91.  Baka mapagalitan ang Sony staff, Christmas pa naman ...  (joke )

[Nemesis91]

Bad ka, sir Nemesis91.  Baka mapagalitan ang Sony staff, Christmas pa naman ...  (joke )

LOL.

[earathou]

hi..
i would like to know ur comments or reviews on the Samsung 32R81B - 32" LCD TV.
Since it is now December 2007 and I know the price now is
(STANDARD DEAL) Php 54900 -> 12-18% months 0% interest. Just Add Php 5000 for DVD Home Theater..  hey that's what all the dealers said..

but when I talked to some dealer in new Abenson at LandMark, he said he can give it to me as lower to Php 52,000 including the DVD Home Theater without adding Php 5,000.
Plus I can make it to installment purchases..upto 12months!   

But first or before I will buy this model I would like to know your reviews or personal comments as buyer for this model. 

Thanks people and Merry Christmas!!!

Sony Bravia has its own promo too.. On Straigth Card Purchase / Cash, a SOny Bravia 32" LCD TV worth Php 77,000 has a discount promo worth Php 25,000 including the DVD Home Theater and wireless bluetooth headset. But it cannot be arrange in installment purchases.  So the payment will be Php 52,000 only straight purchase.

So which is the best buy for this (price deal and LCD quality)?

 

[bhengko]

hi..
i would like to know ur comments or reviews on the Samsung 32R81B - 32" LCD TV.
Since it is now December 2007 and I know the price now is
(STANDARD DEAL) Php 54900 -> 12-18% months 0% interest. Just Add Php 5000 for DVD Home Theater..  hey that's what all the dealers said..

but when I talked to some dealer in new Abenson at LandMark, he said he can give it to me as lower to Php 52,000 including the DVD Home Theater without adding Php 5,000.
Plus I can make it to installment purchases..upto 12months!   

But first or before I will buy this model I would like to know your reviews or personal comments as buyer for this model. 

Thanks people and Merry Christmas!!!

Sony Bravia has its own promo too.. On Straigth Card Purchase / Cash, a SOny Bravia 32" LCD TV worth Php 77,000 has a discount promo worth Php 25,000 including the DVD Home Theater and wireless bluetooth headset. But it cannot be arrange in installment purchases.  So the payment will be Php 52,000 only straight purchase.

So which is the best buy for this (price deal and LCD quality)?

 

Sights & Sounds and Theater Works can give you a better deal.

[bhengko]

Panasonic TX32LX77 & TX32LX70.
What's the difference?
Any new features added on the lx77?

[striderhiryu1]

+1

[digipic]

i saw a Panasonic 32LE7 vs. Samsung 32" dito sa Anson's Galleria.  the Panasonic 32Le7 is like the AOC 32" that was demonstrated to me in Columbia Megamall. i'm not satisfied with the quality.  and black lang ang available nya. it's as thick as the AOC

 with a Blue Ray Disc, ang ganda ng panasonic 32Le7 pero pag normal DVD or xvid mukang di ganun kaganda

 

[Thurzki]

PC input not sure sa iba png difference 

[Nemesis91]

PC input not sure sa iba png difference 

yup pc lang.

[E-reply]

hi..
i would like to know ur comments or reviews on the Samsung 32R81B - 32" LCD TV.
Since it is now December 2007 and I know the price now is
(STANDARD DEAL) Php 54900 -> 12-18% months 0% interest. Just Add Php 5000 for DVD Home Theater..  hey that's what all the dealers said..

but when I talked to some dealer in new Abenson at LandMark, he said he can give it to me as lower to Php 52,000 including the DVD Home Theater without adding Php 5,000.
Plus I can make it to installment purchases..upto 12months!   

But first or before I will buy this model I would like to know your reviews or personal comments as buyer for this model. 

Thanks people and Merry Christmas!!!

Sony Bravia has its own promo too.. On Straigth Card Purchase / Cash, a SOny Bravia 32" LCD TV worth Php 77,000 has a discount promo worth Php 25,000 including the DVD Home Theater and wireless bluetooth headset. But it cannot be arrange in installment purchases.  So the payment will be Php 52,000 only straight purchase.

So which is the best buy for this (price deal and LCD quality)?

 

The Samsung 32R81B presents better picture than Sony 32V300. However, unlike Sony, the Samsung can only accept 1080i, not the 1080p. Between Sony and Samsung, I will go for Sony because of 1080p capability.

If you are in the market for other brands, you may wish to look at Toshiba 32C3500 and Hitachi L32A01. The Hitachi has high contrast, 10,000:1. Both Toshiba and Hitachi can accept 1080p.

Try to visit Sights and Sounds 4th level Shangri-la to see picture comparison of different brands

[barrister]

... with a Blue Ray Disc, ang ganda ng panasonic 32Le7 pero pag normal DVD or xvid mukang di ganun kaganda

You should also see how the other panels perform on standard DVD.

OK naman talaga lahat yan sa high definition source.  Kaya mas pinag-uusapan ngayon ang pagalingan ng PQ sa standard DVD.

Tumingin ako recently ng mga LCD sa Abenson. Sa Sony and Samsung, HD generator ang gamit; sa Toshiba, HD DVD player; sa Panasonic, standard DVD player.  Panasonic lang ang matapang magdemo sa standard DVD  .     
 

[doughn]

i live in mindanao, samsung has the largest network of service centre, i cant believe ... they even have a service centre where i live(suburbs), i bought a samsung r81 for my dad @47,900 free x20 htib (12mons. 0% int.) (he doesnt like those HUge receiver and speakers(good for me--bawas gastos) i very satisfied with the product and my dad too.  My next lcd would be a samsung 46 full-hd for me if budget permits. just wanna share

[earathou]

The Samsung 32R81B presents better picture than Sony 32V300. However, unlike Sony, the Samsung can only accept 1080i, not the 1080p. Between Sony and Samsung, I will go for Sony because of 1080p capability.

If you are in the market for other brands, you may wish to look at Toshiba 32C3500 and Hitachi L32A01. The Hitachi has high contrast, 10,000:1. Both Toshiba and Hitachi can accept 1080p.

ano po ang kaibahan ng 1080i or 1080p?  (xcept sa letters. hehhe)
*seriously*


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