I have a PS2 and have watched some DVD movies on it. The picture quality is just not as good as my (cheap) Pioneer 626 DVD player. If you can spend another $200 or so, go for the dedicated DVD player. A friend of mine just bought a Panasonic RP56 for $220 and the picture is fantastic (better than my Pioneer).
PlayStation2 as budget DVD source: why/why not?
Anyone with experience on using Sony PlayStation2 as a DVD player? I won't have a need for progressive scan, but still value sound and picture quality within my under-$500 budget. I'd be using a Denon 3802 or 4800 reciever with Vandersteen 2Ce Sigs (and most likely the matching home theater speakers). Ease of use and features for the DVD setup are also features on which I would like feedback for the PS2. Thanks.