That's because streaming services use compression. You're best off torrenting the Remux blu-rays if you don't want to buy the set yourself (and a blu-ray player.)
They oriented themselves in the "effect shots" pretty much close to the original. Even the Ships aren't made in CG, they are taken from the Camera Negatives. The details that can be seen on the models are stunning.
finally someone did a decent comparison, I can't wait for this release on Blu-ray, for years I thought that they would not bother re-releasing Next Generation because looking at it on TV, it looks like it was recorded on SD digital video. Although I think we are giving DVD a hard time, as it was/is a decent format for SD releases if done properly
That's not quite right. You're mixing that up with the original series, there is an Option to switch between old and new Effekts, because the new scenes of the Enterprise are all created in the computer, as opposed to TNG where they used the material of the cameras for the models.
2:23 Huh, I remember Worf's skin looking that kind of muddy brown in the original broadcasts. Now, with hi-def, he looks dirty and sweaty like the TOS Klingons.
TNG is such a high-budget, incredibly well-made show that even when you look at the prosthetics, sets, miniatures, etc. they not only still hold up but look even better under microscopic HD detail. I also like the color grading of the remaster better. Faces look more natural and less tinted. What I don't like though you can't really see here--the redone effects. There aren't too many of them compared to other shows, but things like the re-done transporter effect or the starfield in the intro, or the text displaying the credits I prefer in the original SD version. I also prefer how the SD version has a sort of ineffable feel to it where you feel more immersed, like the place on the screen feels real rather than a show. However, it's a worthy tradeoff to much better appreciate the gorgeous sets, costumes, et. al. in HD. I just wish they didn't re-do in CGI some of the effects, but again thankfully most effects are consistent with the original so that's good.
i always say that models still have an edge over cgi - gladly there are only a few scenes which are done entirely in cgi. most are completely redone, but use the original film negatives. they look so stunning.
I,m a big fan of classic sci-fi. Have the original series on Blu Ray and love the improvements. Cannot wait for Lost In Space T.O.S which looks even better in the remastering done for that. Land Of The Giants, and other Irwin Allen Sci Fi. Also Gerry Anderson Shows. Man From Uncle, The Invaders I hope they are Blu Rayed as well soon. Hell I'm 10 years old again. Just show's you how good quality the original 35mm neg is. I think they would hold up in 4K (ULTRA HD). Not bad as these shows are made 45-50 years ago.
IN. credible. nice job man. well done. I spent 200 bucks a season when TNG originally released on DVD. Remember way back when, when the only TV shows on DVD were TNG and the X-files? (side note; what gave birth to the internet? Star Trek and Porn.) I can't quite justify the expense yet, but your comparison certainly makes me think some sacrifices may be in order...
The original show was shot on 35mm film, but converted to analog tape for editing purposes in post-production. The Blu-Ray restoration was made by scanning the original 35mm negatives.
This is a very interesting contribution. I found that proper upscalers embedded in blu-ray or dvd players can do a very good job, because they know more about the footage (whether it is interlaced or not etc.). In particular Panasonic blu-rays do a fantastic job. On the other hand, I also have a media player based on a sigma designs chip (Dune HD). The media player is good at playing almost anything. But the upscaling done by that is not amazing at all. Feathering, flicker all over the place.
Nemo Holemaker This CG shot was before they found the original elements. They are remastering with the original film elements if they're found. :) They've also recently updated the CG model with Season 5 onward, here's a new shot of the CG model: tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-unification/unification-bluray-hull-scraper.jpg And here: tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-unification/unification-bluray-08.jpg And here: tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/tngs5-blu-review-flyby.jpg Here's are 3 shots of the 4 foot model: tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/review6.jpg tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/review16.jpg tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/review40.jpg Here's the 6 foot model: tng.trekcore.com/hd/albums/3x01/evolution_hd_264.jpg After the original elements in the first shot in this video were found for Season 2: tng.trekcore.com/hd/albums/2x08/amatterofhonor_hd_142.jpg This video was made before Season 3 came out, probably using the sampler disc, I don't think the shot was updated for the season release though... but all in all, the remastering is astonishing.
To be honest, I liked the original special effects. They should have kept those, and then CGed minimaly, or have the option to watch it with original miniature effects and CG ships...
holy crap, thank you for the effort, I am having problems with my old dvd set and have been considering getting it on bluray, this made it so easy to decide
I guess that's not bad. Less than $10. a season. On a side note, one of my favorite episodes is S5 "The Game." Granted, Wesley knew they were infected by the game. But what can be more frightening than being chased by people you know are your friends, and they're trying to inflict you with the same addiction they have?
Wow, greatly remastered, the BluRay indeed looks a lot better - except for the ship from the outside. The CGI Enterprise looks so flat and artificial, like an old computer game! The original Models looked much better, they should have remastered the old effects, too, instead of replacing them. I mean, they could have added CGI beams and explosions and stuff, but the old models simply looked more real.
i bought a blu ray home theatre attempted star trek blu ray fuzzy blury fuzzy season 1 and two season three verry sharp? paramount did not allow as they are on dvd blu ray movies dvd blu ray dvd digital violet next time around need make over will not by anymore blu ray trek not thrilled home theatre and dvd blu rays in closet colecting dust
WOW. The quality Netflix is showing this at should be a crime. Wow I'm blown away.
Isn't the netflix version based on the blurays?
Standard definition looks good on old television sets but on new displays you can see just how much of a downgrade it is from reality.
That's because streaming services use compression. You're best off torrenting the Remux blu-rays if you don't want to buy the set yourself (and a blu-ray player.)
wow. having grown up with vhs, i always though dvd was pretty good. having seen that my opinion has changed somewhat! great post :D
So glad they shot one of the two best shows ever on film.
Wow.. it's like night and day.. Great comparison video. seriously.. the best I have seen..
The quality is almost too good at points because it exposes some of the lower quality costuming. Still, the new hd versions are incredible.
2:04 - WOW! Look at Jean-Luc Picard's face... before and after! The result is just incredible!
Godamn you can see so much more detail in the eyes, the faces, the clothes. HD really makes everything better.
They oriented themselves in the "effect shots" pretty much close to the original. Even the Ships aren't made in CG, they are taken from the Camera Negatives. The details that can be seen on the models are stunning.
finally someone did a decent comparison, I can't wait for this release on Blu-ray, for years I thought that they would not bother re-releasing Next Generation because looking at it on TV, it looks like it was recorded on SD digital video. Although I think we are giving DVD a hard time, as it was/is a decent format for SD releases if done properly
This not only makes me think the blu-ray looks amazing, but that I remember how fucking amazing TNG really was.
That's not quite right. You're mixing that up with the original series, there is an Option to switch between old and new Effekts, because the new scenes of the Enterprise are all created in the computer, as opposed to TNG where they used the material of the cameras for the models.
Its like we have been watching something that was blurry our entire life lol.
Amazing just how sharp Bluray is :O
There's 4k but Blu Ray is basically reality.
You can see Worf's mars bar rippled head better
2:23
Huh, I remember Worf's skin looking that kind of muddy brown in the original broadcasts. Now, with hi-def, he looks dirty and sweaty like the TOS Klingons.
TNG is such a high-budget, incredibly well-made show that even when you look at the prosthetics, sets, miniatures, etc. they not only still hold up but look even better under microscopic HD detail. I also like the color grading of the remaster better. Faces look more natural and less tinted. What I don't like though you can't really see here--the redone effects. There aren't too many of them compared to other shows, but things like the re-done transporter effect or the starfield in the intro, or the text displaying the credits I prefer in the original SD version. I also prefer how the SD version has a sort of ineffable feel to it where you feel more immersed, like the place on the screen feels real rather than a show. However, it's a worthy tradeoff to much better appreciate the gorgeous sets, costumes, et. al. in HD. I just wish they didn't re-do in CGI some of the effects, but again thankfully most effects are consistent with the original so that's good.
i always say that models still have an edge over cgi - gladly there are only a few scenes which are done entirely in cgi. most are completely redone, but use the original film negatives. they look so stunning.
I,m a big fan of classic sci-fi. Have the original series on Blu Ray and love the improvements. Cannot wait for Lost In Space T.O.S which looks even better in the remastering done for that. Land Of The Giants, and other Irwin Allen Sci Fi. Also Gerry Anderson Shows. Man From Uncle, The Invaders I hope they are Blu Rayed as well soon. Hell I'm 10 years old again. Just show's you how good quality the original 35mm neg is.
I think they would hold up in 4K (ULTRA HD). Not bad as these shows are made 45-50 years ago.
IN. credible. nice job man. well done. I spent 200 bucks a season when TNG originally released on DVD. Remember way back when, when the only TV shows on DVD were TNG and the X-files? (side note; what gave birth to the internet? Star Trek and Porn.) I can't quite justify the expense yet, but your comparison certainly makes me think some sacrifices may be in order...
The original show was shot on 35mm film, but converted to analog tape for editing purposes in post-production. The Blu-Ray restoration was made by scanning the original 35mm negatives.
Looks amazing, I can't wait to watch it
This is a very interesting contribution. I found that proper upscalers embedded in blu-ray or dvd players can do a very good job, because they know more about the footage (whether it is interlaced or not etc.). In particular Panasonic blu-rays do a fantastic job. On the other hand, I also have a media player based on a sigma designs chip (Dune HD). The media player is good at playing almost anything. But the upscaling done by that is not amazing at all. Feathering, flicker all over the place.
What a great job. Thanks for doing this.
What a difference between DVD and BR.
watching in 2024 and this comparison is excellent! Great video.
that makes me want blu-ray. thanks
It’s crazy how much the colors are dark and dampened in the original
Actually its because they didn't master it from tape and they recomposed the F/X.
Don't tell me it's a crime to watch it in only 1082 when you only let me watch it in 720 UA-cam
It’s crazy how much the colors are darker in the oroginal
The difference in quality is stunning even in 720p.
Awesome comparison!
Nemo Holemaker This CG shot was before they found the original elements.
They are remastering with the original film elements if they're found. :)
They've also recently updated the CG model with Season 5 onward, here's a new shot of the CG model:
tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-unification/unification-bluray-hull-scraper.jpg
And here:
tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-unification/unification-bluray-08.jpg
And here:
tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/tngs5-blu-review-flyby.jpg
Here's are 3 shots of the 4 foot model:
tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/review6.jpg
tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/review16.jpg
tng.trekcore.com/bluray/images-s5review/review40.jpg
Here's the 6 foot model:
tng.trekcore.com/hd/albums/3x01/evolution_hd_264.jpg
After the original elements in the first shot in this video were found for Season 2:
tng.trekcore.com/hd/albums/2x08/amatterofhonor_hd_142.jpg
This video was made before Season 3 came out, probably using the sampler disc, I don't think the shot was updated for the season release though... but all in all, the remastering is astonishing.
***** Comment also in response to your comment. :)
The blu ray defintl looks it has higher color saturation
Exceptional contribution.
The difference is unbelievable!
Wes looks good in HD.
To be honest, I liked the original special effects. They should have kept those, and then CGed minimaly, or have the option to watch it with original miniature effects and CG ships...
Great job!
Like the HD and the colors, I always was like "wtf this redshirt isn't red" when I watched season1 on DVD.
holy crap, thank you for the effort, I am having problems with my old dvd set and have been considering getting it on bluray, this made it so easy to decide
damn that looks........amazing..........
Nicely done!
That looks incredible!
Fantastic job doing this!!!
Wow
This looks truly amazing on Blu-ray! Does anyone know the episode??
@@nooneinpart Sweet! Thanks man!
thank you so much for uploading this :)
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I recently bought a blu ray player. But I just can't see myself buying the whole saga of "Star Trek" 'Next Generation' over again.
On Amazon it costs around 50$
I guess that's not bad. Less than $10. a season. On a side note, one of my favorite episodes is S5 "The Game." Granted, Wesley knew they were infected by the game. But what can be more frightening than being chased by people you know are your friends, and they're trying to inflict you with the same addiction they have?
i haven't seen that episode
It's in S5. It's funny, but also frightening.
Wow, greatly remastered, the BluRay indeed looks a lot better - except for the ship from the outside. The CGI Enterprise looks so flat and artificial, like an old computer game!
The original Models looked much better, they should have remastered the old effects, too, instead of replacing them. I mean, they could have added CGI beams and explosions and stuff, but the old models simply looked more real.
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i bought a blu ray home theatre attempted star trek blu ray fuzzy blury fuzzy
season 1 and two season three verry sharp? paramount did not allow as
they are on dvd blu ray movies dvd blu ray dvd digital violet next time around need make over will not by anymore blu ray trek not thrilled
home theatre and dvd blu rays in closet colecting dust
Are you stupid
the details are awesome!! usually when video is remastered you see mistakes but these people were awesome, the details on worfs head omg !! so real!