I better get the old bluray (with actual grain) before the new one becomes more common. Or does the new set only use the new transfer for the 3D version?

EDIT: I just read that the new set uses the old transfer for the 2D version and you can't even play the 3D version without a 3D setup. I am happy. One film spared from Universal's meddling.

TServo2049 said:

Wasn't the 2011 Blu transfer cropped too? I've seen a comparison where the LD has more info on the top and sides:

Though apparently, the first pressings of the LD were ALSO cropped on all 4 sides, and it was called out by Video Watchdog. I believe that was what exposed "zoomboxing" to videophiles?

Lots of film transfers are zoomed differently, but its not really a big deal as the filmmakers frame their shots to account for this. (They want to make sure the film will project well no mater how the theater is set up.)