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Best TV for approx. 300? 25"-"27

I need a new TV for the bedroom, I do not need bells and whistles, picture would be first of importance.

I am not fixed at 25"-27", I could consider smaller. (Actually, my wife would prefer a smaller TV, but you know us guys, we want to go for the bigger version!)

I went to Circuit City last night planning to purchase a Panasonic, I have heard good things on their longevity. I was specifically going there for the CT-27G6, $289. I left with a JVC AV-27D302, $349. The JVC showed much more detail IMO and all the Panasonics I looked at seemed dark, the JVC simply seemed to have the better picture, except it was a bit grainy. I thought, maybe foolishly, it was just a store issue.

The one I brought home seems to be a bit grainy as well. There seems to be a flaw in the picture, so I am planning on returning it, but I am not ruling out exchanging it for the same TV.

I was just seeking the collective wisdom of this forum.

Thanks
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fatparrot
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Who knows how well the TV's are aligned/adjusted in the showroom! Since this is a TV that you can transport, bring it to a shop that you trust, and spend a few extra bucks ($50?) to have it properly calibrated. Picture should look even better!
brianmgrarcom OP
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You bring up an interesting point Fatparrot. We didn't spend a lot of time with the adjustments in the store either, we were in a bit of a hurry.

The calibration that you speak of, is this something done internal or something they do with the menu controls and maybe some software, say from a DVD player?

(I highly doubt that my wife will agree to spend more money on a brand new TV! I already went higher on the price than planned.)
sdcampbell
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If your budget will stretch to $500, I'd strongly recommend the Sony WEGA 27" television. I recently bought this TV for our daughter -- Goodguys had an Internet deal for $495, which included sales tax and delivery to your door. For my money, the Sony WEGA 27" is the best TV of its size on the market.
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