TV technology is now all about higher resolution and wider screens. 4K TV is an HDTV technology that offers an even higher definition than HD, and the screens are bigger and better than ever. They’re likely to become more affordable in the next few years too. Let us learn more about digital cinema quality.
According to Irwin Gotlieb, who’s the chairman of global media investment firm Group M, customers can look forward to 80-inch television sets for less than $3,000 in the coming years. TV manufacturers will aim to offer a more accessible price range in an effort to bring 4K to many homes. As larger TVs become more common, the 4K resolution may just be a more desirable choice for movie enthusiasts looking for the best TV experience.
What Exactly is 4K Resolution?
High definition (HD) has been present in the industry for almost a decade now, and it has three versions: 720p (high definition), 1080i (interlaced) and 1080p (full HD).
4K is heralded as the highest resolution signal on the market today for movies and possibly TV as well, having replaced 1080i/p (1,920×1,080 pixels). There are several standards that are close to this resolution, and TVs with this label could be named Quad HD or Ultra Definition. In general, 4K refers to a resolution of approximately 2,000 pixels high and 4,000 pixels wide. This basically means that 4K is tantamount to around four 1080p screens in length and height.
Is There a Single 4K Standard?
At the moment, there isn’t a single 4K standard as there are more than five different shooting resolutions available. In addition to the latest 1.4 specification, the HDMI organization added two more types of 4K support: 4K/2K, which is also termed as 4Kx2K (4,096×2,160 pixels) and Quad HD (3,840×2,160 pixels). The Quad HD is the only type that conforms to the standard 16:9 ratio of TV screens.
For screens above 55 inches, 4K could offer great benefits to consumers.
Availability of 4K in Today’s Market :
Sony, LG and Toshiba among other companies have recently offered 84-inch 4K TVs. Sony calls these new TVs XBR-84X900; LG refers to them as Ultra-Definition; and Toshiba label them as Quad Full HD. There are also mainstream sizes including 55-inch and 65-inch TVs.
In-Home 4K as the Future of TV Technology :
Although 4K video content is still limited as of now, there’s a lot to expect once the entertainment industry comes to master content in 4K. With the advent of 4K resolution, people can finally see large TVs as a sensible purchasing decision. Unlike the 60-inch-range TVs that tend to look pixelated up close, 4K displays a crisp, rich image that remains clear at a near viewing distance. The extra resolution can make movies much better depending on the original film’s format. Viewers can sit close to the large screen to appreciate the improved quality.
4K TVs may appear rather expensive right now in its initial year of release. However, experts project that the average price will drop down to several thousand dollars in the next years. With a 4K TV, you can surely experience a superb cinema quality that looks and feels like your very own home theater.
