I bought the 55 inch model. We sit anywhere from 8 feet and back. However, once in a while I go within a couple of feet to read "fine" print ~ something I could never do with any other TV. I did notice that HD broadcasts are the only way to go. When watching something recorded on our PVR from a station that isn't HD there is a huge downgrade in quality ~ the TV smooths things out too much and you get a "cartoon" look. But with HD everything is great. I've been reading on line about the ideal settings and have yet to play with this. I'm waiting for my new Axiom speakers to set up everything with my new Denon AVR.
