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Samsung LE-40F86BD

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Best Price: £950

  • User Score (71)
    7.4 7.4 from 71 reviewers
  • Expert Score (5)
    9.5 9.5 from 5 reviewers
  • Design (1)
    9.1 9.1 from 1 reviewers
  • Features (1)
    9.4 9.4 from 1 reviewers
  • Ease of use (6)
    9.3 9.3 from 6 reviewers
  • Sound quality (6)
    9.2 9.2 from 6 reviewers

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According to Hdtvtest.co.uk, Samsung has successfully presented one of the best LCDs in its class, the upgraded version Samsung LE40F86BD that features 100 Hz Motion Plus technologies and promises a higher dynamic contrast ratio. It has been recognized as the Deepest black level among all the LCD TVs tested so far. The Super Clear Panel™ increases perceived image depth and contrast where the [Just Scan] allows for 1:1 pixel mapping and exquisite detail from 1080 sources over component and HDMI. Not only it has Greyscale calibration options, it also accepts 1080p/24 signal from PS3 in both "Automatic" and "On" mode with a resultant reduction in judder. Samsung also generously include connectivity with 3 HDMI 1.3 inputs and even a USB port. Users find the [Wiselink] function works well for easy viewing of JPEG and listen to MP3 files using a USB drive. It is good that it has good independent per-input memory settings, pre-installed permitting quick setup and comes with tabletop stand. However, it is said that the [100Hz Motion Plus] may introduces interpolation artifacts and the shadow detail is slightly indistinct. Reflection may also distort the image on screen if ambient light is not controlled. Dipping in low-end gamma also may makes shadow detail become slightly non-distinct. Other complaints include mild clouding and viewing angle of 90° axis that limits off the enjoyment. Whatever there is, Samsung LE40F86BD still comes up above average with its consistently well performance.

Further improving our 1080p FHD LCD range is the new F86 SAMSUNG LCD TV incorporating our new 100Hz Motion Plus technology. This new feature intelligently interpolates frames improving motion in fa…

  1. Samsung LE40F86BD

    Reviewer: hdtvtest.co.uk
    10 September 2007

    Things move at such a breakneck pace in the world of high-definition television: it was only 5 months ago that Samsung treated us to one of the best LCDs in its class (in the form of the LE40M86BD), dishing out an enthralling level of blacks that I never thought was possible on a backlight-driven liquid crystal matrix. Now they've rolled out an upgraded version – the Samsung LE40F86BD – that features 100Hz Motion Plus technology and promises a higher dynamic contrast ... Read more

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  1. Best 42" with 1080P and 24Hz for under a grand?

    Would you recommend the Samsung LE40F86BD over the Panasonic TH42PZ70B

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 02 January 2008 Read more

  2. Samsung LE40F86BD Review

    Please discuss our Samsung LE40F86BD review in this thread. I'm still writing up the calibration and PQ section so please be patient. Warmest regards Vincent

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 09 September 2007 Read more

  3. Samsung LE40F86BD or Panasonic TH42PZ70B

    Hi I am struggling to decide between the Samsung LE40F86BD or Panasonic TH42PZ70B - any assistance would be appreciated

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 22 November 2007 Read more

  4. Plz help me choose my new hdtv

    I would suggest Samsung LE40F86BD with 100hz technoligy ,its the latest Samsung LCD on the market , at just over £1000 buying on the web,Bt / shopping  site has them in stock I believe

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 25 September 2007 Read more

  5. Samsung,Sony or any other.

    May I suggest to have a look at Samsung LE40F86BD( 100HZ) or Sony KDL40W2000 , Samsung-F86 BD is the latest LCD with the 100hz technoligy

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 25 September 2007 Read more

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