Sharp Aquos 45"LCD vs Panasonic 50" Plasma

Jim B · 10-25-2005, 01:59 PM

I'm considering buying either Sharp Aquos LC45GD4U or Panasonic TH50PX500U and I need answers to several questions about each.

Sharp Aquos:
1.PC mag. says 1080p is not supported by HDMI or DVI interface. Is that important? Do I still get 1920 by1080p via component interface?
2. Where is the port for Photo JPEG cards? Does it need an adapter of some kind for?

Panasonic Plasma:
1. I read somewhere that Pana. is coming out soon with 1080p resolution in model 50PX500. Does anyone know if true and when?
2. Is noise a problem on this model?

infinkc · 10-25-2005, 02:29 PM

the sharp pc card slot is on top of the unit, you need to get a universal pc card to smart card adapter (about $10-20)

plasmalvr · 10-25-2005, 08:40 PM

Panasonic has a better picture. Do a side by side comparison.

I had the opportunity of comparing the Sharp to my Pioneer- side by side- the Pioneer blew it away in picture quality.

Don't get hung up on 1080P, there's nothing in that format yet.

Emsurfer · 10-25-2005, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim B

I'm considering buying either Sharp Aquos LC45GD4U or Panasonic TH50PX500U and I need answers to several questions about each.

Panasonic Plasma:
1. I read somewhere that Pana. is coming out soon with 1080p resolution in model 50PX500. Does anyone know if true and when?
2. Is noise a problem on this model?

In August Matsushita announced that the TH-65PX500 scheduled to release Nov 01 in Japan would be Full HD at 1080p. Expect US release in about Spring 2006 (my calculations). Very true there is no 1080p material yet but guarantee you 100% as others on this forum can vouch, 1080p displays will show 1080i and 720p material better. A Porsche could hum in 3rd gear going at the same speed as a Hyundai and be smoother.

As for Sharp LCD vs. Panasonic or even Pioneer Plasma? You will need to judge for yourself. The Sharp has a better resolution and higher contrast ratio (sharper picture with more detail) but the Panasonic and Pioneer Plasmas have more vibrant colors. I prefer the Sharp LCD. However, the colors of the Plasmas are gorgeous.

inthecity · 10-26-2005, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Emsurfer

In August Matsushita announced that the TH-65PX500 scheduled to release Nov 01 in Japan would be Full HD at 1080p. Expect US release in about Spring 2006 (my calculations). Very true there is no 1080p material yet but guarantee you 100% as others on this forum can vouch, 1080p displays will show 1080i and 720p material better. A Porsche could hum in 3rd gear going at the same speed as a Hyundai and be smoother.

As for Sharp LCD vs. Panasonic or even Pioneer Plasma? You will need to judge for yourself. The Sharp has a better resolution and higher contrast ratio (sharper picture with more detail) but the Panasonic and Pioneer Plasmas have more vibrant colors. I prefer the Sharp LCD. However, the colors of the Plasmas are gorgeous.

at my circuit city we have a samsung 1080p and the new sony sxrd with 1080p display. despite what others may say about no format support these televisions have a flat out amazing picture. on the 67" samsung you can stand as close as you want and the picture still looks better than non 1080p televisions.

Jim B · 10-26-2005, 04:18 PM

Thanks. I didn't see it. This refers to the PC card slot.

Jim B · 10-26-2005, 04:26 PM

Thanks, I'll try to look at a Pioneer.

Jim B · 10-26-2005, 04:30 PM

I haven't seen either Samsung or Sony 1080p. Are they plasma or LCD and where is your Circuit City store?

Emsurfer · 10-26-2005, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim B

I haven't seen either Samsung or Sony 1080p. Are they plasma or LCD and where is your Circuit City store?

He's talking about the SONY RP LCD and the Samsung RP DLP.

iserum · 10-26-2005, 10:46 PM

i have seen mitsubishi 50 inch 1080P DLP, i was amzaed by PQ and black level was very close to plasmas black levels. Mitsubishi is back far better than SONY SXRD and cheaper,

CAR · 10-27-2005, 02:33 PM

I have the Aquos 45" with the ACV (it is the X version of the model) and it is a 1080p unit that can accept 1080p signal via the DVI port on the ACV unit

10-25-2005, 01:59 PM	#1
Jim B My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 7	Sharp Aquos 45"LCD vs Panasonic 50" Plasma I'm considering buying either Sharp Aquos LC45GD4U or Panasonic TH50PX500U and I need answers to several questions about each. Sharp Aquos: 1.PC mag. says 1080p is not supported by HDMI or DVI interface. Is that important? Do I still get 1920 by1080p via component interface? 2. Where is the port for Photo JPEG cards? Does it need an adapter of some kind for? Panasonic Plasma: 1. I read somewhere that Pana. is coming out soon with 1080p resolution in model 50PX500. Does anyone know if true and when? 2. Is noise a problem on this model?

10-25-2005, 08:40 PM	#3
plasmalvr High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 160	Panasonic has a better picture. Do a side by side comparison. I had the opportunity of comparing the Sharp to my Pioneer- side by side- the Pioneer blew it away in picture quality. Don't get hung up on 1080P, there's nothing in that format yet. __________________ plasmalvr System: Pioneer Elite 1120 Chief Wall Bracket Denon AVR-2800 5.1 DD,DTS,DVD-A Paradigm Mini Monitors L/R fronts Paradigm CC-170 Center Speaker Paradigm PS-1000 Sub-Woofer Paradigm AMS-100 L/R rears in-ceiling Sony Prgressive Scan DVD player Sony 5 disc CD Changer JVC VCR Universal Remote Control MX-350

10-26-2005, 04:18 PM	#6
Jim B My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 7	Thanks. I didn't see it. This refers to the PC card slot. Last edited by Jim B; 10-26-2005 at 04:24 PM. Reason: Reply to the wrong posty

10-26-2005, 10:46 PM	#10
iserum High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,954	i have seen mitsubishi 50 inch 1080P DLP, i was amzaed by PQ and black level was very close to plasmas black levels. Mitsubishi is back far better than SONY SXRD and cheaper, __________________ Panasonic 50PX80U/Pioneer BDP-51FD /Toshiba HD A1/Tivo HD SAMSUNG LNT-4661F/ Pioneer BDP-51FD/Dell XPS, Nvidia 9500 GT SONY BRAVIA 40V2500/40 GB PS3, WII, Intel Core 2 Duo with Nvidia 6800 Yamaha RXV1700 Def. Tech. Mythos III, V & Gems, Super Cube III Harmony Remote One Power Conditioner: Belkin PF40

10-27-2005, 02:33 PM	#11
CAR My LCD is Sharp Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 55	I have the Aquos 45" with the ACV (it is the X version of the model) and it is a 1080p unit that can accept 1080p signal via the DVI port on the ACV unit __________________ Sharp Aquos 45" LCD D* HR20-700 Harmony 880 Universal Remote

10-25-2005, 02:29 PM	#2
infinkc What is a TV? Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 36	the sharp pc card slot is on top of the unit, you need to get a universal pc card to smart card adapter (about $10-20)

10-26-2005, 04:26 PM	#7
Jim B My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 7	Thanks, I'll try to look at a Pioneer.

10-26-2005, 04:30 PM	#8
Jim B My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 7	I haven't seen either Samsung or Sony 1080p. Are they plasma or LCD and where is your Circuit City store?