Compare : Samsung LN52B750 to most products.

LN52B750 Vs XBR9 Vs XBR7 Vs UN55B8000

Well just got back from spending about 2 hours checking out these newest sets compared to the existing sets.

Sets compared were the NEW Sony 52" XBR9, Sony XBR7, Sony XBR8, Samsung 52" LN52B750 and the New Samsung UN55B 8000

Here is my initial conclusion:

The picture on the new XBR9 does look better than the Sony XBR7 & Samsung LN52, but NOT by leaps and bounds.

Color and contrast ratio are better on the XBR9, but again NOT significantly better.

After comparing the XBR9 - XBR7 - Samsung LN52, side by side, I would have to say I would NOT immediately give up my existing XBR6 set, to buy the XBR9.

Running through the entire gamut of all these sets, the ONE that REALLY caught my eye was the NEW Samsung UN55 B 8000.

This was set up right next to the Sony XBR8 , which everybody knows is a real jewel, but very expensive.

Being a Sony man, I know it's blasphemy to even consider Samsung in the same circle, but my eyes were telling me something else.

Doing side by side comparisons, I have to tell you the Samsung 55 8000 held it's own against the XBR8, for considerably less money.

It was also noticeable BRIGHTER than the XBR7 & XBR9 and right up there with the XBR8.

The 8000's ultra thin panel, plus all of the inputs in the rear of the set were another big plus.

The final kicker came down to price and performance.

The 52" XBR9 (my cost presently) $2820.00

The Samsung UN55B 8000 (my cost presently) $3220.00

A $400 dollar difference currently separates these two new sets.

The differences between these two sets besides the 3 inches is considerable.
(fluorescent backlight on the Sony vs edge light LED backlight on the Samsung)

Some food for thought for those considering a new set.

Would welcome other opinions and thoughts.

[JJHXBR]