DVP-NS77H

WOW! State of the art DVD playback for a low price!

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Pros: 1080p, HDMI, Progressive Scan, Digital Audio Out, Low Price

Cons: No HD DVD Support

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DVDs now have 25% better resolution than component video on a HDMI capable television with a bonus of increased sound quality.

Another example of why Sony is king.

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Pros: Great picture & sound,compact and looks very cool!

Cons: Its not a Blu-ray player.

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I love this thing and highly recommend it to anyone not ready to step up to a true HD player. Read More

Good DVD player for general use

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Pros: Easy to setup and use, variety of options for the average user, nice picture quality.

Cons: None

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The tray and buttons are solid and the playback is great for the average viewer. Plenty of options. I would buy it again. Read More

Not a RECORDER it is an UPCONVERT dvd player !

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Pros: Sony quality, easy to use, attractive sony screen

Cons: The upconvert is not as impressive as I expected.

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Go with Sony when it comes to dvd players. I've used different brands but Sony stands out. Read More

Sony (DVP-NS77H) DVD Player With HDMI and 1080p

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Pros: Looks nice, features and inputs, upconversion to up to 1080p over HDMI

Cons: Poor button layout on the remote control, high price for feature set

Bottom Line:
The Sony HS77 is a nice-looking upconverting DVD player with HDMI. Aside from its remote control, which has a poor button layout, the player... Read More

Blue Ray vs HD DVD is a moot point with this unit!

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Pros: 1080p, DTS decoding. Plays your existing DVDs in near HD quality. Audio Out options.

Cons: No warning HDMI needed for upconvert, No supplied HDMI cable. Funny menu.

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If you have an HDTV and want a near HD picture quality with your regular DVDs this is a phenomenal bargain. Read More

Good!

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Pros: Upscale is Good, Sound is Good

Cons: Not quite HD, But close.

When HD does not Equal High Definition

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Pros: Beautiful, great Sony name, easy to use, easy to set up

Cons: High Definition in the name DOES NOT mean it plays HD DVDs.

Bottom Line:
If you have an HD TV save your money and get an HD DVD player. If you have a regular TV, you'll love this player. Read More