Contrast ratio and Resolution on TVs

[Voshempa]

I've been looking at Plasma and LCD tvs and have noticed that ther
are variations in the contrast ratio (1000:1, 3000:1, etc.) and th
resolution. I understand how resolution numbers work with compute
monitors but wasn't sure if it was much of the same with a TV. I'
guessing that the better the resolution on the TV, then the mor
crisp the image will be

Also, what is factored in when looking at a contrast ratio on
certain TV? How do the variations affect the screen image? The highe
the better

Any information would be helpful. Thanks

 

[Rich Webb]

On Fri, 04 Nov 2005 19:35:04 -0600,

I've been looking at Plasma and LCD tvs and have noticed that there
are variations in the contrast ratio (1000:1, 3000:1, etc.) and the
resolution. I understand how resolution numbers work with computer
monitors but wasn't sure if it was much of the same with a TV. I'm
guessing that the better the resolution on the TV, then the more
crisp the image will be?

Also, what is factored in when looking at a contrast ratio on a
certain TV? How do the variations affect the screen image? The higher
the better?

Any information would be helpful. Thanks.

Unless there is some fine print that says exactly how the contrast ratio
was determined, consider it just a "marketing number" that somebody
thought sounded good. There is probably some value in the number when
used to compare similar products from the same manufacturer.

There is an ANSI standard method of determining contrast. There's also
one for measuring brightness. Don't assume that a gadget that's "3000
ANSI lumens, 2000:1 contrast ratio" has measured both the brightness and
the contrast using ANSI methods.

 

[Art]

These numbers are supplied by the manufacturers and normally are used by the
consumers to compare relative items before purchase. However, as stated, the
measurement procedures implemented by each company may very. Best
recommendation is for the prospective purchaser to physically compare items,
preferably without the intrusion of a high pressure salesperson being
involved. Then making an educated selection before dropping the quid on the
telly. Trying to do this via the internet, in sales brochures, etc normally
ends in dissatisfaction in the opinion of the end user.