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Contrast Ratio?

I started doing a little more research on the difference of tv.s I had thought about getting the Panasonic 1080p 42"plasma. they have 2 different contrast ratios, one with 20,000:1 and one with 30,000:1 my question is, can you really see the difference between the 2. I watched them side by side and I couldn't really see a difference until you step up to about a 50" tv. thanks for input
joeb
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Joe, There is as yet NO standard or regulation for contrast ratio. If a mfgr wants to publish a million to one contrast no one can stop them. Sort of like the power ratings race in the 80s. Buy the set you like that fits your budget. Don't buy on specs.
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shadorne
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I agree with the above posters. I got swindled by Sharp!!!
They claimed a 13,000:1 contrast ratio. Well FWIW - I can easily tell by comparing it to my Pansonic Plasma that this was pure and utter and total BS and lies. The contrast on an LCD TV's is absolute crap compared to Plasma....PERIOD. I will never let myself by swindled again...I will go plasma next time. Sure the LCD's are very bright and sunny scenes will have you shading your eyes...but they have a big problem with blacks and night scenes...BIG TIME!
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