Page 1 of pioneer dv454 or sony dvpns 405

hello i am replacing my samsung 511 as all it does is skips on the new dvd`s so it is a flimware thing. i have a sony home therate kit so sound not the problem . but witch is best the pioneer 454 or sony 405 for pics and extras. i can get ethier for 149 uk pounds. they are both multi-regional. can anyone help ? thank you for your input in this matter. tony.