vct-80av vs. vct-60av: Does anyone know what the difference, other than $52.40, is between these two models.
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Here is the manual: http://www.sonytrade.co.nz/productdocs/VCT50_60_80AV.pdf
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You really have to see both side by side at a dealer. I can't think of a better answer. My answer is the VT is better because it's more versatile. The VT has inky blacks, great off angle viewing (more practical in a wider room or a room with viewers at different angles), and great motion and "pop". However, if you need a "bright" TV, LED/LCD is the way to go -- this is better for a room that's inundated with light, many windows, lots of daytime viewing. The plasma motion vs. sony XBR motion is another -- have to see it. I prefer plasma. Technically speaking in terms of black levels, the Sony with its local dimming feature will produce better blacks than the VT30, this has been measured by 3rd party people on the 'net.
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I see that the VM pro is still available for $229 so I don't understand what you're talking about. Also, if you're interested in a video mic for your camcorder or DSLR camera, then you might consider the reasonably priced Videomic for $149. Seems like a good deal to me.
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The only major differences between the 507 and 607 is that the 507 is 5.1 while the 607 supports 7.1. Also, the 607 has a Faroudja chip for video upscaling...but most professional reviews recommend using the passthrough feature and letting the tv do the work. The Faroudja chip was revolutionary when it came out about 10 years ago...but time has passed it by and most tv's these days do a better job of processing. If you don't need 7.1 then I would say the 507 is a better value..
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I can not say as I don't have the models you mentioned to compare. I can say I was unhappy with SONY video cameras in the same price range.
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There's a promotion going for the LN46B750. Amazon is currently selling it for $1,999.99. Input coupon code, "SAMTV300" and it drops to $1,699.99. I'm pissed because yesterday I picked up an LN46A860 from Crutchfield for $1,579.99 with 1% FW cashback. It already shipped, bleh. Specs wise, seems like everything is the same except that the LN46B750 introduces 240Hz motion and Internet@TV (Yahoo!, YouTube, Flickr, etc.). Also, the LN46B750 has a charcoal ToC while the LN46A860 has a dark blue one. Moreover, I haven't come across a review that details the performance of the 240Hz motion.
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Felix best I can tell the 110 Advanced is exactly the same unit and box contents, just cost $10 more. I think it may have been an earlier packaging promotion or something like that. My first order was an "Advanced" and it died after 30 minutes. Amazon promptly refunded my money and I then ordered the ADVC-110 and it looks exactly the same, only difference is box does not say "Advanced" on the outside.
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There is no difference.Looking up the camera with the V or B separately the same camera comes up with the exact same specs for both.
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You really have to see both side by side at a dealer. I can't think of a better answer.My answer is the VT is better because it's more versatile. The VT has inky blacks, great off angle viewing (more practical in a wider room or a room with viewers at different angles), and great motion and "pop".However, if you need a "bright" TV, LED/LCD is the way to go -- this is better for a room that's inundated with light, many windows, lots of daytime viewing.The plasma motion vs. sony XBR motion is another -- have to see it. I prefer plasma.Technically speaking in terms of black levels, the Sony with its local dimming feature will produce better blacks than the VT30, this has been measured by 3rd party people on the 'net. You really have to see both side by side at a dealer. I can't think of a better answer.My answer is the VT is better because it's more versatile. The VT has inky blacks, great off angle viewing (more practical in a wider room or a room with viewers at different angles), and great motion and "pop".However, if you need a "bright" TV, LED/LCD is the way to go -- this is better for a room that's inundated with light, many windows, lots of daytime viewing.The plasma motion vs. sony XBR motion is another -- have to see it. I prefer... » Read More You really have to see both side by side at a dealer. I can't think of a better answer.My answer is the VT is better because it's more versatile. The VT has inky blacks, great off angle viewing (more practical in a wider room or a room with viewers at different angles), and great motion and "pop".However, if you need a "bright" TV, LED/LCD is the way to go -- this is better for a room that's inundated with light, many windows, lots of daytime viewing.The plasma motion vs. sony XBR motion is another -- have to see it. I prefer plasma.Technically speaking in terms of black levels, the Sony with its local dimming feature will produce better blacks than the VT30, this has been measured by 3rd party people on the 'net. « Show Less
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I just went to walmart.com (1/27) and they have the SV421XVT at $897. Perhaps you were looking at the VO420E for $638.
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Thanks for the info. The VSX-9040 is only $6 more. Let us know how you like it if you get it. I haven't decided yet.
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Hi Jun M., you may check the difference between the two on the link given below. -Ely http://store.sony.com/gsi/webstore/WFS/SNYNA-SNYUS-Site/en_US/-/USD/ViewProductCompareService-Show?CategoryID=tRYKmUBw8zEAAAFA4ZUihoTf
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This is EXACTLY the issue with me as well. Ironically, I also do not watch TV that much, and currently have a 27 inch (Panasonic) CRT that I am looking to replace. I have pretty much decided to go with the 550 model. I looked at the two side-by-side in a store and could not notice the difference (a common cable feed -- probably 720p or 1080i -- was going to both). I don't know if the 120 Hz was on for the 650, but reading many comments here and other sites, it seems like this isn't worth it unless you watch alot of sports (alot of people seem to keep it off). As for the better contrast ratio for the 650 (50000:1 compared to 30000:1), I don't believe I could tell the difference. Aside from video, the extras for the 650 don't really seem worth it. You get the so-called Infolink which gives you capability of RSS feeds (presumably a limited number, possibly more in the future). But I am a news junky and like to look at all the various newspapers on the internet -- I'll stick with my computer. If I want, I'll just hook my computer up to the TV to look on the big screen. Extra HDMI port -- big deal, can always buy a switch box for cheaper than the difference. Other extras, if they exist, usually can be gotten around by buying external devices, if you want or need them. Bottom line, if you're like me, go for the cheaper 550. addendum to my previous post: Got the 550 and it's beautiful. Will not fret over whether I should have gotten the 650 (gotta get on with life). I avoided paying an extra ~$300 by doing this.
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The 1880C model comes with 6 AA batteries, the 1880W model comes with the AC adaptor - both cost less than this one and are the same base labeler - go figure!
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I really don't know, I think there's only two kinds the 60 and the 80, sorry I couldn't give you a better answer ,....
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It does appear to be. The V6800 appears to be older since it does not seem to be available anywhere while the V9800 is available. Also the V9800 presumably has better quality picture since it says it has 1080p upconversion. That said, the only reason i purchased it was that it was the least expensive VHS player I could find and I needed to transfer some tapes to DVD. It was entirely satisfactory for that purpose. Th
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It cost me about $40 for the pair (about $25 for the VAR-A2 and about $15 for the VAR-G8), although I bought multiples of each, so I probably saved some on shipping per item. We are using the camcorders to record classes which are typically two hours in length. (The awesome thing about these camcorders is that you can drop the file straight to a Flash server and they will play.) Due to our particular needs, it was not practical to change a battery mid-class.