Shopping for a 3D TV is a new experience for many consumers. All the qualities that were associated with 2D TVs still apply, but there are specific things that you should look out for when sampling various 3D TV models.
A major issue that many consumers have had with 3D TV is the design of the 3D glasses. Many people find that active shutter 3D glasses are heavy and uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time. New improved designs of active shutter 3D glasses are becoming available, but as the use of 3D glasses is essential you should pay serious consideration to their usability when deciding between the various makes and models.
As well as the improved designs of glasses there is now a new type of 3D TV that uses passive 3D technology which is just beginning to appear in the market. The 3D glasses used with such TVs do not utilize active shutters, they are very similar to the design of the lightweight 3D glasses used in cinemas. Currently LG are the only major manufacturer to use this type of technology in their range of 3D LED TVs. One such highly rated model that uses passive 3D glasses is the LG LW5600 3D LED TV. It is certainly worth comparing the LW5600 to active 3D TV models to see the contrast in designs of both types of 3D glasses.
In relation to picture qualities there are a few specific things to look out for. 3D crosstalk and flicker are two problems that can greatly reduce the quality of 3D TV viewing. Both problems occur because the 3D TV’s display and glasses do not have quick enough response times. When 3D crosstalk occurs the viewer will experience a ghosting effect, whilst flicker is the rapid flashing of the images on display.
When shopping for a 3D TV, even if you are going to buy online you should sample a range of models in a TV store. Test different types of 3D glasses for comfort. When sampling the quality of various 3D TVs pictures, don’t always stand directly in front of the TV at the same distance. Vary the angle and distance at which you view from just as you would at home because different models cope better than others with this.