Sony DVP-S530D DVD Player

Pros: Great Picture, Tons of Options
Cons: Can not play CDRs and CDRWs

I purchased this dvd player in the past two weeks and i would definitely have to say that it has a good amount of features that make vhs look primitive. Unfortunately, the one thing that prevents this model and most dvd players from eliminating the cd...

Pros: Speaks softly, carries big picture
Cons: No zoom

I like moderation, and here I have found it. This player was just the answer for someone like myself, who doesnt feel the need to blow big bucks on the top of the line, but has had too much pain buying the low end stuff. I used to sell all manner of...

Pros: beautiful picture, crisp sound
Cons: no jog on the remote

The Sony DVP-530D is the perfect DVD player for any home. You can pick it up at a retail store for less than $400 and it does everything the average movie viewer needs to enjoy the best home theater format available. It lacks some of the high-end...

Pros: Value for money
Cons: Needs Surround

Sony is a trusted brand for for home electronics. That was my first criteria for selecting the DVD player. I have owned Soony equipment for the past 12 years and have never been disappointed. Among the Sony DVD players, this particular model has all...

Pros: Picture and sound quality
Cons: a little expensive

I love my DVD player. Although the a lot more expensive than the VCR the DVD features are worth it. I love playing my favorite scenes in slow motion without all those horrible lines you get with VHS.The clear and crisp picture and sound is just awesome....

Pros: Picture, DD decoder, setup features, all the video-outs you could want
Cons: 'Open' button, RARE lip-synch problem

The player is GREAT!! (despite minor problems) Paid $310 + $11 shipping at Best Stop Digital (in Manhattan), delivered UPS in three days.

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After hours of...

Pros: many features
Cons: does not play standard CD's

The Sony DVP-S530D DVD player is affordable at $399.99 yet does not sacrifice any quality. This Sony DVD player gives you great DVD picture quality with features such as component video outputs, a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, and front panel Jog...

Pros: Superb quality
Cons: price may be high

If you know someone that is just itching for that special DVD player for their entertainment system, this is it. I got one for the as an early Christmas present, and since its purchase, I've been glued to it. The ease of use and the quality that it...

Pros: Excellent player with great features.
Cons: No built in DTS and no zoom function.

I recently traded in a JVC XV-501BK for a Sony DVP530D due to problems with the JVC player. I've had the Sony for about 2 months and am very happy with it. The only feature it doesn't have that would be useful is a zoom function. The picture quality...

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It's still a little early and DVD hasn't quite come into it's own - but it will, I can assure you. I purchased my Sony DVD player about a month ago and have been using it frequently. I have come up with a list of pros and cons about it (and DVD in...

Pros: all
Cons: nothing

The best part about the Sony DVP-S530D DVD player with a Dolby Digital Decoder built-in is the fact that it can be bought for less then £400 – some stores sell it for £350.

The player looks very nice. In addition to the features of Sony...

Pros: CHEAP, Easy to Use
Cons: Not the top of the line

After months of careful searching for a great DVD player with features that were not only useful but easy to use I found the Sony DVP-530D. Features such as super slow mode and two speed fast forward the DVD player is amazing. You can buy a better...

Pros: Quality Video and Audio
Cons: Owners Manual needs an update for the novice user

I had been shopping for a DVD player for several years and finally settled on the SONY DVP-S530D last month. This machine is everything I thought it would be for home use. Once setup, it provides great quality pictures and theater quality sound. This...

Pros: Excellent Image Quality, Intuitive Remote
Cons: No Zoom, Doesn't Play CD-R(W) or MP3

If the ability to play MP3's or CD-R(W)'s on your DVD player is important to you, this Sony unit isn't for you. If you're looking for a player with multiple video and audio outputs, decodes 5.1 audio, has an intuitive remote control and gives outstanding...

Pros: Compact and easy use
Cons: Hook up can be kind of confusing (but there's a book to help)

This is simply the best DVD when it comes to Price and quality. First, it's Sony, 'nuff said but for those not in the know it's the brand to buy if you want to make sure you're getting your money's worth. Second, this particular unit is Inexpensive (as...