Projector or Flat screen?

kcaternolo · 09-01-2008, 07:10 AM

I am looking to upgrade from my 25" tube and i was wondering what would be better a projector or a hd flatscreen. The most noticeable advantage i can see to getting a flat screen is that i can get one for less than most 3o inch or bigger flat screens and i can adjust the size of the projector. Can anyone shed some light as to how long each lasts and what the down falls of each are?

yustr · 09-01-2008, 07:57 AM

If you're looking at something 30" or so - flat screen. I'm typing this on a 26" LCD that I like very much. Its an Olevia that I picked up at Target for about $400. One of our other members gave Visio good reviews - available at Costco.

By projector are you referring to a rear projection DLP set or a front projector? I don't think you'll find rear projector DLP's below about 46" though I could be wrong. Most are much larger - 55 - 75". I have an older Samsung DLP that is very good. It's not been without its faults and its been to service a few times. But it was second generation so I expected as much.

Front projectors are for home theaters in the 100's of inch range.

Look HERE for some ideas.

**bruiser** · 09-01-2008, 11:24 AM

If you're looking at DLP sets, there are only two manufacturers these days. Samsung and Mitsubishi. Like yustr, I don't think they come any smaller than a 50". Light engines have to be replaced from time to time. Front projectors have to have the lamp replaced as well.

kcaternolo · 09-01-2008, 12:29 PM

im looking for a front projector i was just making a comment that i could find one for about $5-600 where as the last time i looked a 32" flat screen was up to 1k and i dont really want something that small

yustr · 09-01-2008, 05:35 PM

If you're looking for a decent front projector system expect to spend in the $3000 - $5000 range - from the little research I've done. Plus add another grand for a screen.

Tux · 09-18-2008, 06:10 PM

I really enjoy the plasma I got the picture is beautiful when watching blu-ray movies, I the only drawback is the burn in, which shouldn't be a problem. Its a 65'' panasonic wall mount and I think it cost around 5grand

09-01-2008, 07:10 AM	#1 (permalink)
kcaternolo Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 73 OS: XP Pro SP3	Projector or Flat screen? I am looking to upgrade from my 25" tube and i was wondering what would be better a projector or a hd flatscreen. The most noticeable advantage i can see to getting a flat screen is that i can get one for less than most 3o inch or bigger flat screens and i can adjust the size of the projector. Can anyone shed some light as to how long each lasts and what the down falls of each are?

09-01-2008, 07:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
yustr Asst. Manager, The Conversation Pit Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Connecticut shore Posts: 6,066 OS: XP Pro My System	Re: Projector or Flat screen? If you're looking at something 30" or so - flat screen. I'm typing this on a 26" LCD that I like very much. Its an Olevia that I picked up at Target for about $400. One of our other members gave Visio good reviews - available at Costco. By projector are you referring to a rear projection DLP set or a front projector? I don't think you'll find rear projector DLP's below about 46" though I could be wrong. Most are much larger - 55 - 75". I have an older Samsung DLP that is very good. It's not been without its faults and its been to service a few times. But it was second generation so I expected as much. Front projectors are for home theaters in the 100's of inch range. Look HERE for some ideas. __________________ If there are lawyers or politicians involved, logic may be a very poor tool for reaching a conclusion.

09-01-2008, 11:24 AM	#3 (permalink)
bruiser TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 1,977 OS: xp	Re: Projector or Flat screen? If you're looking at DLP sets, there are only two manufacturers these days. Samsung and Mitsubishi. Like yustr, I don't think they come any smaller than a 50". Light engines have to be replaced from time to time. Front projectors have to have the lamp replaced as well.

09-01-2008, 12:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
kcaternolo Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 73 OS: XP Pro SP3	Re: Projector or Flat screen? im looking for a front projector i was just making a comment that i could find one for about $5-600 where as the last time i looked a 32" flat screen was up to 1k and i dont really want something that small

09-01-2008, 05:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
yustr Asst. Manager, The Conversation Pit Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Connecticut shore Posts: 6,066 OS: XP Pro My System	Re: Projector or Flat screen? If you're looking for a decent front projector system expect to spend in the $3000 - $5000 range - from the little research I've done. Plus add another grand for a screen. __________________ If there are lawyers or politicians involved, logic may be a very poor tool for reaching a conclusion.

09-18-2008, 06:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
Tux Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 140 OS: Home Premium 64, Linux Hardy Heron, XP, GustyGibion	Re: Projector or Flat screen? I really enjoy the plasma I got the picture is beautiful when watching blu-ray movies, I the only drawback is the burn in, which shouldn't be a problem. Its a 65'' panasonic wall mount and I think it cost around 5grand