Interesting response, considering Syntax Olevia and Vizio are two of the highest rated entry-level brands in the flat panel television market.
Case in point, various Vizio models have even scored higher reviews than considerably more expensive models from first-tier manufacturers.
For whatever its worth, go take a look at the $600 Vizio 32" LCD HDTV at Sam's Club if you have a Sam's Club card. As Jimbo noted, you can buy it locally, plus return it locally if required.
Wal-Mart also offers a similar $600 Vizio 32" LCD HDTV model, but its display panel has a lower contrast ratio than the Sam's Club model, again for whatever that is worth considering there is no industry standard for measuring contrast.