Getting to grips with the best 3D TV and the place where to grab a bargain .

This week Katanga has released the UK's first price comparison site specialising in 3D TV's. 3D has been easy to find in cinemas and theaters for assorted years and all major flick releases are only in 3D or have a premium 3D feature.

Such is the popularity of these films with movie goers is that major television manufacturing businesses have started out to release 3D televisions for the home market.

What used to be a very expensive technology is now offered up at a price point which likens well to normal TVs and provides all the usual features such as HD, built in Freeview and Dolby Surround Sound but also enhances the experience with 3D.
There are two main types of 3D, Active and Passive. Passive 3D is that which the cinemas hold and require the blue and red disposable glasses. The 3D experience is good but not as good as Active Stereo 3D which needs special battery powered glasses and synchronises the 3D picture on the television by use of a set top infra red emitter which the glasses receive .

The image on an Active 3D television is far, far superior to passive (red and blue glasses) and if you can pay the extra premium in cost then you definitely should definitely prefer to purchase one of these 3D TVs.

A late introduction in the world of 3D is glasses free 3D. Now this may sound spectacular , no need to purchase or wear glasses but at this present time the technology is far from perfect. To see in true 3D on these kind of television needs the watcher to be immediately in front of the TV - a few degrees either side, or even stand up and the 3D impression is lost . It is not ready for the home market, is very overpriced and should not be reckoned for use in the home. We are holding an eye out on this technology (pardon the pun!) but dont expect anything reasonably priced or viewable without glasses for the next few years.

Another major point to search for is the guarantee . Try and find a store that offers a prolonged warranty although TV manufacturing businesses such as Samsung and Philips offer a 3 year warranty as standard. For such a large investment it may be prudent to even purchase an extended warranty if not offered .

All 3D TVs are now HD as standard but you should opt for the full HD of 1040 rather than 720 which gives a more or less lesser quality picture. To add to that, for the full HD 3D experience you should have a Blu-Ray player. These are pricey when compared to standard DVD players but to enjoy full HD quality then these players are a must, combined of course with Blu-Ray DVDs although they'd also play the normal ones. Many manufacturers offer a package of television and Blu-Ray player often at a very discounted price so you should look for these when exploring as they can save you a great deal of money when compared to buying them on an individual basis.

Samsung has by far the lions share in 3D television systems for the home and have a range that suits every pocket. As management in the field of 3D they should be at the top of your list when shopping around for and selecting a 3D TV, although other makers such as Panasonic, Philips, Sony and LG also have a estimable range.