26" LCD TVs: Are They Ready for Prime Time?

Samsung LT-P266W

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Samsung LT-P266W
Diagonal measurement26"
Native resolution1366 x 768
Contrast500: 1
Brightness600 nits
Latency16 ms (worst case)
Colors16.2 M
H/V Viewing angles170/170
Connectivity2 Peritel, cinch, S-Video, DVI
PC connectivity and convergenceDVI
Average price$1,400 (1,300 € for the LW26A33W)

Design And Finish

The Samsung LT-P266W is a subtle blend of solid aluminum, and black and silver plastic. The result is quite elegant, with a superb finish. As on the Sharp unit, the speakers are placed at the bottom of the panel. The TV itself sits on a solid-aluminum base with an 'eye' shape that's odd-looking but fairly effective in keeping the set straight and stable.

Ergonomics

The LT-P266W comes with a simple, effective remote control with no frills. The menus are fairly clear and navigation is very easy. The ergonomics are short of what the Sony set offers, though.

Equipment

The connectivity on the Samsung LT-P266W is average for LCD TVs. Nothing out of the ordinary, but the essentials are present and accounted for: two Peritel connectors, audio and video cinch connectors, a PC DVI-I connection, and VGA.