With all due respect, isn't that the very thing you are claiming with MPEG4?
"Why did you decide to not follow this guy's advice & not use the X9's "finext comb ever"?
Transfers from an X0 and an X9 were captured and compared by a member of our group who is far more knowledgeable about the technical aspects of each than I (he explained it somewhere, but I've not been able to locate this post yet.) Regardless, the X0 picture came out on top. As good as the X9's comb filter is, it's not the sole aspect in regards to a great transfer. Technical specifications are one thing, but actual experience plays an important role as well. In regards to technical specifications, however, the X0 had better components overall IIRC, while the X9 had a bit more "fluff" (side-flips and such.) That's as specific as I can get for now, as this conversation took place months ago.
"Still disappointed you guys are not sharing with the rest of us. ;-("
Technically, that only means that we cannot legally sell this transfer.
"that's why the MPEG2 DVD standard doesn't really do it for me. (shrug) Sorry if I offended you."
I've not taken any offense, but while I can now see why you are beating the MPEG4 drum so hard, you must realize that your viewing situation isn't "the norm", for lack of a better word. As much as I am comfortable with computers, I have no desire whatsoever to hook my computer up to my entertainment center, and most people don't even have the technical experience necessary to do this and have it work consistently.
Our project is about getting the best transfer possible, and in an easy-to-use format. DVD, as it stands now, is a fine delivery device until new hardware comes around that is easily accessible (i.e. Don't expect a D-VHS version anytime soon.
) [EDIT] I found the information, though I'm not at liberty to repost it at this time. Stay tuned!