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I think with certain systems the difference is more noticeable between s-video and composite. Component is even better of course providing richer colors and really good picture clarity.
I notice w/systems such as Gamecube, PS2 and DC, that there is a big difference between s-video and composite--the best way to tell is to hook up the system one way and then immediately switch it to s-video--you'll notice a difference in color depth and the biggest annoyance--jaggies! They are almost completely removed when using s-video (and even moreso w/component), so images get a nice clean look to their edges. It is more noticeable w/3-d games, but 2-d games also become much clearer...
The PS2 looks really good using the monster S-Video cables...and older PS games look good as well. Some people complain because it brings out the pixelation more (especially on PS2) but I like that look as it is more remnicent of the arcade look...
As far as DVD--it's basically the same--the dot crawl on the edges and coloring is much worse w/composite--whereas w/ S-video (and even better w/component) the picture becomes clearer and colors are nice and thick (not that washed out look).
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