"Contrary to popular belief, the "sharpness" setting on your TV doesn't affect the actual sharpness of the displayed image. True sharpness is determined by factors such as screen resolution, source material resolution, and contrast. Instead, the sharpness setting alters the artificial edge enhancement -- a processor-driven adjustment that can introduce unwanted noise and, ironically, distort details in the image. Also: I replaced my 4K TV with a UST projector - and the visual upgrade was worth it Edge enhancement is designed to make on-screen objects more distinct by emphasizing the boundaries between them, theoretically creating a more lifelike image. However, this feature acts like a universal Instagram filter, potentially leading to an unnatural appearance in some media."
"An important setting to consider adjusting is Motion Smoothing, a frame interpolation feature created to reduce the blurring effect noticeable during fast-paced sequences. This feature aims to reconcile discrepancies between movie frame rates (usually 24 frames per second) and the TV's frame rate. When scenes filmed at 24fps are played on a higher frame rate TV, watchers might notice an effect known as "judder.""
Lowering the TV sharpness setting reduces artificial edge enhancement that can add noise and distort fine detail. True image sharpness depends on screen resolution, source material resolution, and contrast rather than the sharpness control. Edge enhancement emphasizes object boundaries but can yield an unnatural, filter-like appearance. Many TVs perform best with sharpness turned down significantly, often around five to ten percent after personal testing. Motion Smoothing uses frame interpolation to reduce blur by increasing apparent frame rate. Frame interpolation can introduce judder or an unnatural motion feel, so disabling Motion Smoothing often preserves a more faithful cinematic presentation.
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