Ekobesky-
There is now a firmware update for the PS3 that allows for upconversion of standard DVD's (I think to 1080p). I don't know what version # is, but if you updated with the latest FW version on Sony's site for the PS3, it will include the upconverting update. That should level the playing field between the PS3 and standalone players (if, to you, the difference in video performance on Blu-ray discs is negligable).
I recently updated my PS3 with the firmware, and IMHO the upconversion performance is about the same as the Panasonic DMPBD30K.
There is now a firmware update for the PS3 that allows for upconversion of standard DVD's (I think to 1080p). I don't know what version # is, but if you updated with the latest FW version on Sony's site for the PS3, it will include the upconverting update. That should level the playing field between the PS3 and standalone players (if, to you, the difference in video performance on Blu-ray discs is negligable).
I recently updated my PS3 with the firmware, and IMHO the upconversion performance is about the same as the Panasonic DMPBD30K.