Samsung LN52B750 or Sony KDL-52Z5100
@Joel Batiz:
I looking to buy a new TV and I come to this two, I seen them both but can’t decide, I was also looking at the 7000 series but still can’t decide can anyone tell me witch one would be better for me, I will use it for my PS3, 360 and blue ray.
@Daniel Kim:
Generally, when the spec’s are similar, I would go with the Samsung unless there’s a significant price difference. Spec’s on the B750 are slightly better than the Z5100: 150,000 to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio to 100,000 to 1. That said, most human eyes cannot possibly discern the difference between those differences. The build quality of these two TV’s are pretty similar as well. All in all, I would think the two TV’s are similar enough that I would recommend that you go with the Samsung unless there’s over a 10% difference in price (i.e. Z5100 is cheaper). In other words, if the Sony is over $200 cheaper, I would go with that.
Right now, the Samsung is ~$1,700 on amazon while the Z5100 is $1,938. So I would get the Samsung if I had to buy it now. Meanwhile, I doubt Z5100 will go a whole lot cheaper anytime soon (although I’ve said stuff like that and eaten my words before). Good luck.
@EdM says:
Both Sony and Sammy make good HDTVs. You should use your eyes to try to see which you like better. This is hard to do, though, unless you go to a store with A/V rooms well set up.
Also, you should check around for prices. Sometimes one place has them for a fair amount cheaper than another place. Also, especially for a larger set, look into the delivery and setup option.
If not too costly, or especially if free, that way you get to check out the set in case of breakage inside the carton. Pretty rare, but if it happens to you, that can save some pain with returning as they’re still at your house or apartment.