The LG30 series isn't all that great, I have seen them side by side with higher end models. The LG 50/60/70 are great TV's but LG HDTV's suffer from poor black level performance. The only thing i like about the LG is the 5ms response time. I usually always go for Samsung and Sony. If you want to go for the LG i would recommend you look into the 37LG50. Beach Camera.com and Buydig have them at a reasonable price. Or you can go for the Samsung LN37A550 which is a great tv as well.
I shouldn't be saying go for the LG considering this is a Samsung forum but just thought i'd try and help.
i am caught between buying a samsung ln37a300 or an lg 42lg30.i like the picture on the samsung,but the lg has better specs,including 5ms vs. 8ms response time,and higher resolution both better specs are on the lg,any advice?

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