Just wondering guys , about TV size. What do you think about size compared to distance from the TV ?
Samsung recommends the following formula.
Measure the distance in inches to the TV screen and divide by two.
Example 120 inches to the TV Screen divided by 2 = 60 inch TV
To me the above is the absolute smallest screen someone should go for, I think it is too small.
I agree with this chart I pulled off the internet but at the larger distance for each TV size under the 4k chart.
We have a 65 inch and when watching a movie on the weekend, our sofa swings out directly facing the TV. I prefer to be 6.5 to 8 feet from the screen for a theater like experience, my wife is ok with a little farther. I pretty much agree with the chart below.
Keep in mind even though one has a 4k TV most programming is not true 4K unless you are watching a 4K Disc. So is realistic you can fudge and use the minimum 1080p distances or maximum 4K distances and for me, that agrees with what I like for a movie, 8 feet for a 65 inch TV.
We also have a true 4k disc player, but go figure, its a pain trying to find one to watch unless you buy it. Which is what we like about the Sony TV as the up converting works very well and its something to take into account when buying a TV.
Forget 8K TVs in a world where you can not even get true 4K except in discs you purchase.
PS, I agree with PimTac on the glossy screens, I hate them, they exist to sell TVs, look great in the store but is BS for a true clean picture at home. Most higher end screens are now a semi gloss, I prefer flat but choices limited, I think our Sony semi gloss is a nice compromise and also makes my wife happy. I guess if companies sold true flat screens it would kill showroom sales.