Samsung UN40B6000

Pros: The slim design is amazing especially since its an eco-friendly tv. Picture quality is really good, contrast and colours are very nice. Dejuddering process is amazing.

Cons: Downside is that the tv has alot of blooming in dark scenes. Black levels are not as good due to that. Heavy price point for a 40". The side-lit LED takes away from the traditional back lit advantage of having better blacks and good contrast.

Summary: If you don't have enough room and like the aesthetics. this TV is for you. You lose a little bit on the picture quality because of that. I would reccomend the samsung LNXXA950 over this tv if size and design don't matter as much. The 7000 and 8000 should be similar. The 7000 only has wireless internet advantage while 8000 has the 240Hz and 2ms response time with wireless. The side lit LED feature looks like a more advanced version of Sharp's OPC feature.
I bought the TV and returned it b/c I did not like the blooming effect of light during dark scenes in The Dark Knight.

Updated on Mar 23, 2009

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