HD PVR + Blu-ray recorder price comparison: Panasonic vs. Sony vs. LG
We compare the price, features and image quality of HD PVRs/Blu-ray recorders from Sony, LG and Panasonic
HD PVRs and Blu-ray recorders are hard drive-equipped entertainment systems that let you record television in high-definition. Most models come with useful additional features, including 1080p DVD upscaling, inbuilt digital TV tuners, multimedia support (DivX, MP3, JPG, etc) and access to popular websites such as YouTube.
[See also: Blu-ray player price comparison: Sony vs. Panasonic.]
If you're looking to buy a HD PVR or Blu-ray recorder, take a look at these popular models from Sony, LG and Panasonic (to read our in-depth review, click on the accompanying photos). Make sure to compare the price, features and image quality of each product -- some are better than others.
11 / 11
The Panasonic DMR-EX79 DVD recorder looks good and has an excellent DVD upscaler, but its remote control is not suited to watching DVDs and the lack of a high-definition tuner means it can't display or record HD content.
- Review Date:
- Reviewer:
- Manufacturer:
- 17th April, 2009
- David Ramli
- Panasonic
- Rating:
- Price:
- $ 659.00
- Pros:
- Good DVD upscaling, 250GB hard drive, stylish design
- Cons:
- No built-in HD tuner, remote control could be better