I seen this thread at avs thought we could use one here! Mods and who ever else add ant thing that will help us out!
This on going list is a place where we all can come together and rate/discuss new releases.
The Tier System For Blu-ray PQ
Here it is, the sister thread to The Tier System of HD DVD PQ list.
3D as referred to it here, are examples where an item is so detailed and sharp that it jumps off the screen. The opening pull-out of Marcus' eye in Underworld: Evolution is a good example.
Bobbed is an up converting from 1080i process some masters at WB underwent. It reduces vertical resolution and introduces "jag et" (stair-stepping).
The following signifier s refer to specific features found on Blu-ray discs and do not affect their placement on this list. They are present purely as a courtesy for our members. Please note that this list only refers to picture quality.
PCM refers to uncompressed audio tracks. This is a lossless audio codec which provides crystal clear sound.
MA refers to DTS Master Audio. DTS-HD Master Audio is a form of lossless packing (aka zip) used to deliver surround audio that is bit-for-bit identical to the original studio master. Current players are only able to decode the core 1.5mbps DTS signal provided for backward compatibility. Future players, as well as some existing players with a future software update, will decode the full extension track with the higher-fidelity DTS-HD Master Audio.
BW refers to Blu-Wizard. This is an interactive overlay in which you can check off a list of features to view. They will then apear during playback of the film at the relevant times.
IME refers to In Movie Experience, which is a term for HD DVD picture-in-picture functionality. I'm just using it here unless/until BD comes up with its own term. As of right now, BD-j, the overlay system that allows this feature, is not fully functional. As a intermediate solution, a separate encode for the entire movie including the picture-in-picture information is also available separate on the disc.
TIER 0- These are simply stunning transfers from beginning to end, nearly flawless
TIER 1-No visible compression, sharp image with many examples of 3D.
Tier 2- Very good Not as many 3D effects, but a sharp image that feels real
Tier 3- Good Few 3D effects, some digital noise/artifact's
Tier 4- A bit under whelmed visible artifact's, softness, few if any 3D effects
This on going list is a place where we all can come together and rate/discuss new releases.
The Tier System For Blu-ray PQ
Here it is, the sister thread to The Tier System of HD DVD PQ list.
3D as referred to it here, are examples where an item is so detailed and sharp that it jumps off the screen. The opening pull-out of Marcus' eye in Underworld: Evolution is a good example.
Bobbed is an up converting from 1080i process some masters at WB underwent. It reduces vertical resolution and introduces "jag et" (stair-stepping).
The following signifier s refer to specific features found on Blu-ray discs and do not affect their placement on this list. They are present purely as a courtesy for our members. Please note that this list only refers to picture quality.
PCM refers to uncompressed audio tracks. This is a lossless audio codec which provides crystal clear sound.
MA refers to DTS Master Audio. DTS-HD Master Audio is a form of lossless packing (aka zip) used to deliver surround audio that is bit-for-bit identical to the original studio master. Current players are only able to decode the core 1.5mbps DTS signal provided for backward compatibility. Future players, as well as some existing players with a future software update, will decode the full extension track with the higher-fidelity DTS-HD Master Audio.
BW refers to Blu-Wizard. This is an interactive overlay in which you can check off a list of features to view. They will then apear during playback of the film at the relevant times.
IME refers to In Movie Experience, which is a term for HD DVD picture-in-picture functionality. I'm just using it here unless/until BD comes up with its own term. As of right now, BD-j, the overlay system that allows this feature, is not fully functional. As a intermediate solution, a separate encode for the entire movie including the picture-in-picture information is also available separate on the disc.
TIER 0- These are simply stunning transfers from beginning to end, nearly flawless
TIER 1-No visible compression, sharp image with many examples of 3D.
Tier 2- Very good Not as many 3D effects, but a sharp image that feels real
Tier 3- Good Few 3D effects, some digital noise/artifact's
Tier 4- A bit under whelmed visible artifact's, softness, few if any 3D effects
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