04/11/2009 Is HDTV old hat?

Tagged under 4K, 8K, HDTV, UHD
Posted by Len | No Comments

Just how much high-definition do we need? The images we are getting from Blu-ray discs with screens capable of resolving that level of image (think Panasonic XV100) can be stunning. If you need proof of this grab a copy of the live Police Blu-ray ‘Certifiable’. It is stunning.

While we are still coming to grips with High-Definition the industry is now looking toward UHD (Ultra High Definition) TV. UHD can provide up to 16 times the resolution of 1080p, or 7,680 x 4,320 pixels (known as 8K). UHD also provides 22.2 channels of sound (try sneaking than one past the interior designer!)

However before you put off buying your new HD screen UHD is not expected to come to market before 2017 (and that will probably be the lower spec 4K version.) Canadian research company In-Stat has estimated that by 2021 5% of households in Europe will be equipped to view UHDTV.
I guess this gives us plenty of time to save up.

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