Anyone who’s ever purchased a DVD player knows that there are two types available: standard and progressive scan. Standard DVD players display images on a television screen in the traditional interlaced way, while progressive scan players produce a smoother image.

Sony is one of the leading producers of DVD players and they offer a wide variety of progressive scan models. If you’re in the market for a new DVD player and are undecided between the two types, here are some things to consider:

The first thing to consider is your TV. If you have an older TV, it might not …