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.
5 / 11
As a digital television recording and archiving device the Panasonic DMR-BW850 works brilliantly. Blu-ray disc playback image quality is free of any problems and the integrated BD-Live and Internet access features add an extra layer of interactivity. The downside to this is a high price for the recorder and Blu-ray discs, along with a complicated interface and some problems using discs on other Blu-ray disc players.
- Review Date:
- Reviewer:
- Manufacturer:
- 5th June, 2009
- Campbell Simpson
- Panasonic
- Rating:
- Price:
- $ 1,429.00
- Pros:
- Your best bet for recording high-definition television onto the Blu-ray format, exceptional picture quality, plenty of features
- Cons:
- Slow start-up and operation speed, remote control is frustrating to use and navigate, created discs may not play on other units, some issues with Blu-ray playback