LCD Screen Size

In my home office I sit 8 ft from my desk. I bought a 26inch Sony LCD. I regret not getting a 32inch. On most broadcasts, for proper ratios, the signal gets blocked on both left and right sides, creating a square picture. Also, the screen sizes on LCDs are measured differently than on traditional box/tube tv's, so your 32in JVC will have a larger viewing size than a 32in LCD. I would get the bigger tv.

IME go for the 32 inch widescreen & if possible audition the out of fashion CRT TVs (if available) together with the popular LCDs. I have been using a Loewe Xelos CRT 32 inch widescreen for a few years now (properly calibrated) & I 'm not in a hurry to move to the latest LCDs or Plasmas.

LCD prices are dropping thru the floor recently, what size is your budget? 16x9 aspect ratio will require a BIGGER screen to give you a satisfactory viewing experience.

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Why not go for a rear projection LCD? They offer a larger screen and much better picture for less money.

As a owner of a rear projection LCD at 60 inches I will say that it really depends on the Viewer. I cant imagine less than HUGE, but my next door neighbor uses a 24 inch LCD and just loves it, however I easily prefer mine.

Remember that WIDE SCREEN is a format that is not often used on general tv programs and a fair share of movies, resulting in a smaller overall picture.

When I sold electronics I recommended that clients purchase as big as they can afford without stretching the budget.