MobileRead Forums - View Single Post - PRS-505 or PRS-600?

Chris Quijote · 10-13-2009, 08:39 AM

Hi folks,

My first post - I registered to join in these debates. Have used my iPhone until recently and just trying out readers to see what suits.

I am lucky we have a prs-600 at work (we publish for devices) and have access to a 505.

in my OPINION the difference over a long period of time reading is quite significant between a 505 and a 600. ( I read a couple of books ). In addition, the speed of the 505 does not cause an issue and also the usefulness of the annotations/handwriting on the 600 is not the asset I had hoped for.

The 505 has a matt, contrasty "smoothness" I enjoy. The 600 has less contrast and is significantly blurry.

So I am buying a 505. It is a lot cheaper now so makes sense to me.

As the previous posts highlight, however, everyone has different opinions. For some the 600 will be preferable, I am sure.

p.s. Buying the 505 is slightly "unusual" for me. I normally only go for the latest and greatest in a gadget. However, for me the 505 really does have a great screen to read over a long time.

10-13-2009, 08:39 AM	#11
Chris Quijote Junior Member Posts: 4 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: prs-505, iPhone 3g	I am going for the 505 Hi folks, My first post - I registered to join in these debates. Have used my iPhone until recently and just trying out readers to see what suits. I am lucky we have a prs-600 at work (we publish for devices) and have access to a 505. in my OPINION the difference over a long period of time reading is quite significant between a 505 and a 600. ( I read a couple of books ). In addition, the speed of the 505 does not cause an issue and also the usefulness of the annotations/handwriting on the 600 is not the asset I had hoped for. The 505 has a matt, contrasty "smoothness" I enjoy. The 600 has less contrast and is significantly blurry. So I am buying a 505. It is a lot cheaper now so makes sense to me. As the previous posts highlight, however, everyone has different opinions. For some the 600 will be preferable, I am sure. p.s. Buying the 505 is slightly "unusual" for me. I normally only go for the latest and greatest in a gadget. However, for me the 505 really does have a great screen to read over a long time. Last edited by Chris Quijote; 10-14-2009 at 07:46 AM.