Best new 70" to 80" display


Any new displays in the workings. I know that the new Elite is out there and perhaps a little pricy because it is new. I also know there will be a high end big screen comparison next weekend, 10-9.Still, I am always wondering what is on the way and how soon? I am in the market, but willing to wait for the real deal. Thanks
Pinto 72
pinto72
I want to like the 80", but every time I look at it, it sucks as a TV. Horrible off axis performance, bad screen door effect just crap.

I haven't seen the 80" Elite but will be waiting for it as I NEED an 80 wall mountable display and right now this is it.......
Fplanner2010, FYI:
http://www.hdtvinfo.eu/news/hdtv-articles/panasonic-acquires-kuro-plasma-technology.html
I went and looked at the Mitsubishi DLP screens in both 82" and 94"; and compared to Sharp 80" in same store...both are pretty good, but I thought the picture quality was better with the DLP; more cinema like if you watch movies; sports I think is better with LCD; but it gives you an almost articfical 'sharpness' and brightness, but can't match the dlp with colors and accuracy, and speed. If you don't need to hang it flat on a wall; for thte $$$ saved; the dlp is viable option in my opinion. The Elite is quite good for its size; but its price has to be considered a factor for us real world buyers...I have the Mitsu 73" now; and am planning on moving on up...probably to the 82" 740 series; as I don't need to spend money on a front sound bar; when I have a great integrated two channel/home theater rig...can get this unit for around $2800 delivered.
SHarp had no interest in Pioneer's plasma technology.
I think this will be very informative.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMwyivGhyG0&feature=related