From standard definition (SD) to 780p and 1080p high definition (HD)… it is indeed true that we as broadcasters and filmmakers wants to offer a more captivating video to viewers.
Now here comes that Ultra High Definition (UHD), which delivers twice the resolution and four times as many pixels as standard HD! While progress is being made toward making UHD sets a viable option for the average NFL fan, it’s far better to wait and watch at this point in time.
Ultra HD, also called 4K, delivers eight million pixels compared to two million pixels. That translates into finer image detail and greater texture for sports fans. Though Ultra HD sets stole the spotlight at the annual gadget-fest that is the Consumer Electronics Show in January, the movement is only really in its infancy. (Or toddler-years stage).
It’s time to take a closer look at what needs to happen for this TV effort-in-progress to grow up.
Forward Progress
With 4K technology stable, TV and camera makers such as Sony and Samsung already offer the gear needed to capture and view the UHD resolution content. Because it’s early on though, both are expensive. A Samsung 65-inch UHD set with web connections was spotted at $3,279 (but after a $700 instant rebate). Best Buy has advertised a 55-inch Samsung UHD model at $2,299 (also after $700 in savings). These are among the least expensive units available.
One of the few constants beyond death and taxes is falling prices for consumer electronics devices, which is always good news for football fans. Although you can watch today’s HD programming on UHD sets, the reason for buying one is to enjoy need programming shot in that format to view which isn’t yet easy to find. Not surprisingly, that’s the top concern of consumers when it comes to UHD.
Just remember the early days of HD when you… [Keep reading]
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