Blu ray is also called as Blu ray disc (BD). It is a disc format developed by Blu ray disc association (BDA) and media manufacturers such as Sony, LG, Panasonic and others. This disc enables to record, rewrite and playback high definition videos. It also allows storing large amount of data. Today, there are numerous media manufacturers who are using Blu ray discs. Let us discuss the top ten Blu ray players:
LG BD670
LG BD670 is a Blu ray player that enables users to enjoy 3D high definition videos and movies with full 1080 progressive scan. It enables to access limitless content, movies, applications, videos and browse the web. It has built in Wi-Fi connectivity and streaming media services such as Netflix, Amazon Instant, Vudu, MOG, Napster, and vTuner. It is a DLNA certified media player. Its standard DVD up scaling delivers superior image quality through HDMI output. Its DTS HD provides delivers surround sound. It consumes 13.3 watts power. In spite of its excellent media services and built in WiFi, its disc loading speeds is low. It also lacks onboard memory for accessing Blu ray disc live features. The basic dimensions of this player are 16.9 inches width, 7.8 inches height, 1.7 inches depth and weigh around 6 pounds.
Sony PLAYSTATION 3 Blu-ray Player
Sonyâs 3 Blu ray player is sleek and compact. It includes easy to use interface, built in Wi-Fi connection. It also has HDMI output with 1080 progressive scan. There is no requirement of any external power. It has free online gaming service and built in web browser. It lacks support for PS2 games; there is no infrared port; universal remotes aren’t compatible; it includes 160 giga bytes HDD internal memory. The basic dimensions of this player include 11.4 inches width, 11.4 inches depth, 2.6 inches height and weighs around 7.1 pounds. It supports MPEG-4 video format and AAC, MP3 audio formats. It includes component video, HDMI and composite video outputs. It also consists of two USB ports, one Ethernet, one HDMI output, one playstation AV output and one SPDIF output. It consumes 250 watts power.
Sony BDP-S580
Sonyâs BDP S580 enables to enjoy 3D Blu-ray Disc movies in Full high definition 1080 progressive scan. It also enables to stream a variety of movies, TV shows, live sports, videos, and music from Netflix, YouTube, Pandora, Hulu Plus and many more through home broadband internet connection. It enables to download freely “Media Remote” application for iPhone, iPad. The user can connect digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, USB storage device to enjoy videos, photos, and music on the big screen. It includes built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for easy access to wireless broadband network; media streaming from DLNA Certified devices. It consumes 22 watts of power. It includes one A/V cable. It lacks MLB.TV service, as well as onboard memory for accessing BD-Live features. The basic dimensions of BDPS580 player are 7.8 inches depth, 17 inches width,1.4 inches height and weighs around 1.2 pounds.
OPPO BDP-93 Blu-ray Player
BDP 93 Blu ray player of OPPO presents superior video and audio quality. It supports full high definition 1080 progressive scan resolution and 3D specifications. BDP 93 plays Super Audio CD (SACD), DVD audio and supports stereo as well as multi-channel high resolution audio programs. It includes internet connection through which movies can be watched instantly. The BDP-93 supports BD-Live. It contains hardware, audio/video decoder, Ethernet and wireless networking. It includes one giga bytes internal storage for BD-Live. It also supports BonusVIEW and audio features. It supports such as DVD, audio CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD, AVCHD, MP4, DivX, DivX Plus HD, MKV, FLAC, WAV and other audio/video/picture files on recorded discs, USB or eSATA drives. It also consists of source direct mode, and supports multiple levels of aspect ratio control and image zooming. It includes dual HDMI outputs, eSATA interface, wireless N adapter, two USB ports and RS232 control port. It also comes with a remote control. It consumes 35 watts of power. The basic dimensions of this player include 16.9 inches width, 13.3 inches depth, 3 inches height and weighs around 11.2 pounds.
Samsung BD-D6700
Samsungâs BDD6700 is a unique Blu ray player with dual HDMI outputs. It includes in built Wi-Fi connectivity for easy access to home network. It also enables streaming videos services such as Netflix, Hulu Plus, MLB.TV, Vudu and CinemaNow. BDD6700 also has 1 giga bytes of onboard memory. This player enables to convert 2D into 3D image quality. It also has a USB port. BD-D6700 supports AVI, MKV, WMV, MP4, and MPG formats and also enjoys MP3/WMA audio files or JPG format photos. Apart from the mentioned pros, it is expensive compared to other Blu ray players. The basic dimensions of this player include 8.2 inches depth, 16.9 inches width, 1.3 inches height and weighs around 7 pounds. It consumes 19 watts of power. The manufacturer provides one year warranty for this player.
Toshiba BDX5200
Toshibaâs BDX5200 is a Blu ray player with integrated Wi-Fi connectivity and 3D support. It holds one HDMI ouput, composite video ouputs, USB port and Ethernet connection. BDX5200 includes a Netflix button on the remote to access the streaming video service. It can access wirelessly YouTube, Vudu, Pandora, and Blockbuster-on-Demand. It features noise reduction technology. It plays BD live enabled discs. It lacks component video and optical audio output. It doesnât have any onboard memory. The basic dimension of this player is 1.5 inches height, 16.9 inches width, 7 inches depth and weighs around 2.7 pound.
Panasonic DMP-BDT210
DMPBDT210 Panasonicâs Blu Ray player has in built Wi-Fi. It has streaming media services and fast overall loading disc speed. The basic dimension of this player is 16.9 inches width, 7 inches depth, 1.5 inches height and weighs around 3.5 pounds. It has touch free sensor for opening and closing disc tray. It also enables to convert 2D to 3D videos and auto answering video message. It also iPhone/Android phone applications. It includes one HDMI output, one USB port, audio line out, and Ethernet connection. It consumes 9.9 watts power. It lacks few media services such as Hulu Plus and MLB TV. It also doesnât include onboard memory for accessing BD live features.
LG BD690
Blu ray player of LG BD690 features 3D content, built in Wi-Fi content, and 250 gig bytes hard drive. It is less expensive Blu ray player. It includes HDMI output, component and composite video output, an optical audio out, coaxial connection and USB port. The player uses remote control. It also uses Smart TV suite of web applications and services. It includes web content services such as Netflix, Hulu Plus, Vudu, Pandora, CinemaNow, and Amazon Video-on-Demand, plus others like MLB.tv, AccuWeather.com, and Google Maps. Its 250 GB hard drive stores large amount of data. It features standard DVD Up-Scaling which delivers superior image quality with 1080 progressive scan. The basic dimension of this player are 16.9 inches width, 9.8 inches depth, 2 inches height and weighs around 8.8 pounds. It is a DLNA certified media player. It also features a easy and quick opening tray, Dolby digital plus and DTS HD master audio for surround sound. With inclusive unique features and large storage capacity, it is expensive, large and heavier.
Sony Internet TV Blu-ray Disc Player (NSZ-GT1)
Sonyâs Internet TV Blu ray disc player, NSZGT1 resembles a gaming console than a home theatre. It includes a USB port, HDMI input and output, Ethernet connector, Optical (SPDIF) audio output, and power-adapter connection. Even the sonyâs remote resembles a game controller. NSZ GT1 supports playback of MPEG4 and H.264 for video, AAC and MP3 for audio files, and JPEG, GIF, and PNG for photos. The basic dimension of this player include 13 inches width, 2.3 inches height, 9.8 Inches depth and weighs around 5.3 pounds.
Panasonic DMP-BD75 Blu-ray Player
Panasonicâs DMPBD75 Blu ray player is a ultra fast player. It is compatible with NETFLIX, CINEMANOW, VUDU which enables streaming movies. It provides image with resolution of 1080 progessive scan. It is a DLNA certified player. It also includes HDMI output and USB port. it consumes 12 watts power. The basic dimension of this player includes 7.1 inches depth, 17 inches width, 1.8 inches height and weighs around 3.5 pounds.