Widescreen TV Guide
Widescreen is referring to the aspect ratio of a television. This is an expression of the height compared to the width of the TV tube. We have for many years been used to TVs with an aspect ratio of 4:3. This was originally adopted partly due to the fact that 4:3 was the original standard for the cinema. But in the cinema, it was soon recognised that a wider picture would more closely resemble the way we actually see. Coupled with the sheer size of a cinema screen, this wide aspect ratio creates a very realistic and involving experience.

In the past TV programme's have been made in an aspect ratio of 4:3 in order to fit in with the available technology. But now TV productions are being filmed in 16:9, recognising the change to Widescreen broadcasting.
Its worth remembering that the 16:9 ratio is the new standard adopted for TV production. The cinema industry will continue to use a number of different ratios, often as much as 21:9. Cinemas are not limited by the shape of a Television tube - the cinema screen can easily be altered by repositioning the curtains.

Why choose widescreen
Digital Television technology offers viewers cinema-style pictures.
A widescreen picture replicates our normal field of vision.
It makes action seem more realistic on sport, films and big events.
Widescreen is the future in television broadcasting and will become the standard.