3D ?'s and a few more

[landonspop]

Is it time to jump into 3D or wait awhile?

I have a Mits DLP 65" WD-65835 and a PS3. I do not have an unlimited budget.

Is the PS3 a good BR player and will it be good for 3D?

I was going to get this, DMP-BDT350, if the PS3 is not good at 3D.
This unit has 2 HDMI outputs which would allow me to run 1 through my Denon 3808 and 1 to tv for 3D. 3808 is not 3D compatible, I believe.

I was told I can use these, http://www.amazon.com/Xpand-X102-3D-Shutter-Glasses/dp/B003FBO7JQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1279903173&sr=8-2, with my tv and a 3D player and that is all I need.

I was also told I need an emitter and Samsung glasses. http://www.amazon.com/Mitsubishi-3DC-1000-HDTV-Starter-Pack/dp/B003KTN0B4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1279903173&sr=8-1

Which is better?

One more ? not3D related..
Best Buy has a sale on calibrating for $199. Is this worth it or can I do this with a dvd? I am decent on figuring out how to use electronic gadgets.

 

[AccessGuy]

3D or not 3D? That is the question!

When CDs became available, I switched to digital from analog, when HDTV became available I started with HD-DVD and then moved to Blu-Ray. When 1080p HDTVs came out I moved to 1080p from 780p/1080i. I am definitely not a Luddite and usually consider myself an early adopter. . . BUT

My next HDTV will probably be a local dimming LED/LCD tv but it will NOT be
3D. My new A/V receiver has 1.3a HDMI and NOT 1.4. I tried viewing several 3D setups in the stores but simply do not believe anything is gained dramatically and some things are actually lost visually/ergonomically. Progress is good, but progress is not ineluctable. RIP - 3D!

 

[yepimonfire]

i would say no, considering the dangers 3D poses. not to mention, early adopters always get left with outdated equipment, i always wait a few years to seee whats sticking and whats not.
to answer some questions
yes the ps3 is one of the best blu ray players, i have heard rumors about 3D being integrated into it but am not sure, i know 3D games are in the works.
also do not pay 200 dollars to calibrate your tv, yes it is easily done with a dvd.

 

[bandphan]

i would say no, considering the dangers 3D poses. not to mention, early adopters always get left with outdated equipment, i always wait a few years to seee whats sticking and whats not.
to answer some questions
yes the ps3 is one of the best blu ray players, i have heard rumors about 3D being integrated into it but am not sure, i know 3D games are in the works.
also do not pay 200 dollars to calibrate your tv, yes it is easily done with a dvd.

Yes, if your only paying $200, don't have your display professionally calibrated. OTHO if you pay to have it done right and the display is worthwhile, its a good investment. Calibration is not a one time deal in that over the life of the display it will require more calibrations, if the best PQ is important The 3D spec will change rapidly over the next few years, so get the best display you can afford and don't buy into display type marketing hype.

 

[DTV TiVo Dealer]

When CDs became available, I switched to digital from analog, when HDTV became available I started with HD-DVD and then moved to Blu-Ray. When 1080p HDTVs came out I moved to 1080p from 780p/1080i. I am definitely not a Luddite and usually consider myself an early adopter. . . BUT

My next HDTV will probably be a local dimming LED/LCD tv but it will NOT be
3D. My new A/V receiver has 1.3a HDMI and NOT 1.4. I tried viewing several 3D setups in the stores but simply do not believe anything is gained dramatically and some things are actually lost visually/ergonomically. Progress is good, but progress is not ineluctable. RIP - 3D!

Great post; I do have a few comments to add.

First, almost all LED/LCD HDTVs and high-end plasma's are 3D capable TV so you can't find a high-end HDTV without getting a 3D HDTV.

Early adopter's do pay a premium and future product generations typically yield product improvements. But early adopters enjoy the advanced technology as soon as they become available. So a/v enthusiasts understand what they are getting into and accept the consequences in exchange for the pleasure of enjoying the technology advancements as soon as these advanced products become available.

I was not in favor of 3D when I heard it was being integrated into high-end flat panels and soon on front projectors. However, now that I've experienced some quality 3D cinematography I strongly endorse it for occasional use with content that can benefit by this very nicely advanced Stereoscopic technology.

At our HDTV flat panel shoot-out we're demonstrating some 3D content and the audience will have Universal 3D glasses so they can easily scan the shoot-out wall without having to change glasses to evaluate the 3D performance of each panel.

3D is not designed for all content, but when properly implemented it adds depth and perception in a natural way that truly adds to the viewers experience.

-Robert