Contrast Ratio

[Archer]

I have to decide between two screens. They are both similar in spec except for the contrast ratio. The first is 2000:1, the second is 4000:1 (real contrast ratio, not dynamic contrast). However, I only found this out after viewing the two screens, and while I was viewing them I saw a slight difference between the two. But now I've managed to confuse myself into thinking that perhaps I do need the better panel. Opinions on the matter? Note that the price difference is R3k

 

[Mike_De_Lange]

Go for the Sinotec

 

[xumwun]

Those contrast ratios mean nothing it's mostly marketing BS.
The only way is to look at both of them and decide for yourself which one is better.

 

[Kheiron]

and while I was viewing them I saw a slight difference between the two.

The problem comes in when you consider the fact that contrast ratios are determined with 'optimum light' conditions in mind. (Another term for 'dark as hell'.)
The higher the ambient light in the room is, the less the contrast ratio makes a real difference.

 

[Archer]

Sinotec, who said anything about Sinotec... anyway...

Those contrast ratios mean nothing it's mostly marketing BS.
The only way is to look at both of them and decide for yourself which one is better.

Thats what I'm thinking too. Its just nice when the numbers in the spec sheet agree with you as well But I guess nobody really cares what the spec is, as long as it looks good.

 

[Kheiron]

But I guess nobody really cares what the spec is, as long as it looks good.

I can guarantee that if you put both those displays in a dark room, you're going to see a dramatic difference.

 

[sn3rd]

As mentioned above, you need to take the measurement conditions into account. What's that you say? There's no standard for measuring these things? Well then you're just going to have to have a look for yourself. The numbers might be able to give you an indication, but the ultimate test is for you to see for yourself.

 

[noxibox]

Those contrast ratios mean nothing it's mostly marketing BS.
The only way is to look at both of them and decide for yourself which one is better.

And you can only properly compare them by looking at them if they're both set up the same, in the same environment with the same source material.

 

[Archer]

Was using the same source, +- the same ambient lighting, and both screens were set the same. Only prob was I didnt think to test them in as dark a room as possible. But then again, when watching TV I generally have a fair amount of light in the room so I think the tests I did are valid. Think I'm gonna save myself R3k and put that into better sound, or something else for the house.

 

[Kheiron]

Was using the same source, +- the same ambient lighting, and both screens were set the same. Only prob was I didnt think to test them in as dark a room as possible. But then again, when watching TV I generally have a fair amount of light in the room so I think the tests I did are valid. Think I'm gonna save myself R3k and put that into better sound, or something else for the house.

Good choice.