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What are these numbers: 480, 720, and 1080? The numbers: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p, are terms describing resolution. This can be applied to what the TV can do, AND what the broadcaster sends.
This is about what it means concerning a TV's ability and purchase, so look for the HDTV logo above.
These numbers describe the number of "dots of color" (pixels) vertically, on the screen. The more "dots" there are, the smaller they are, and the finer detail you may see. The number of pixels expressed like this, 1920 X 1080, means the TV is a 1080 HDTV. The second number refers to the type of definition. You may see XXXX x 760. This would be a 720 HDTV. 720 and higher is high definition.
Your old TV = Standard Definition TV = Analog TV = Fuzzy, antenna TV with ghosting.
Progressive DVD players of the last few years = 480p
The enhanced definition of the DVD players is noticeably better than your plain old TV on antenna, satellite, or cable. Most of us have seen this. Enhanced Definition TV while displaying an improved picture from standard definition sources, is not the recommendation I would make for anyone purchasing a television.
Currently, the two common resolutions for HDTV.
Either of these will produce a picture that is "WOW!"! While either of these will show dramatic difference to Standard Definition, the difference between the two is highly debated and rarely seen. If your purchase is not a stretch of the pocketbook, buy a 1080p HDTV. The 1080p resolution TVs are currently the most expensive and the latest, highest picture quality available. Currently When entering a home, more often than not, when I would see the best picture, it was coming from a SONY, even before any adjustment. My opinion is that SONY is a good name and a good choice for any TV purchase. The Panasonic plasma line is consistently impressive, as well. If your purchase is stretching the pocketbook, get what you can comfortably afford, even if it is 720p or 1080i. On the cheaper side, Vizio can look really good! Remember, it was only in 2006 that plasma TVs came in 1080! They sure didn't mention that to all the early buyers who got 720p plasmas! AND, don't you know, 1080p isn't the end-all, it's just the latest and highest resolution that is currently available. There are currently new emerging models and types...if you're not in a hurry, wait. |
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