Sony KDL52W4100 Review
I bought this LCD TV in January 2009 and have found it to be an a really good buy.
A couple reviews said that the television has problems while the black shades are varying. I looked at this in the store for couple of minutes and have used it for a one month and now I can say for sure that my TV doesn’t have that problem. This is a super sharp TV with superior colors and deep black tones. This tv Set is so much better than the old Sony model from the same W series.
Here is why you should buy this television. It has a very perfect image in digital broadcast and is doing a flawless job in SD transmission better than any other televisions I have used. For that it’s respossible a great technology from Sony named DSP which is essentially noise reduction technology. Sony is familiar with Blu-ray because they invented it, they are familiar what color tones should appear I mean they own a movie studio, the tv menus are actually comfortable to use, it has a built in TV guide and it has future expansion capability.
Picture quality is really near Samsung in HD. I looked at both televisions side by side. Samsung is a bit better on sharpnes in standard definition. Samsung has more glare, Sony has a matte cover but darks on Samsung are solid because of the glossy screen. While watching a Blu-ray disc,Sony has a bit more details. No fade from bright to black problems on Sony as some reviews has noted. Colors are nice and rich as Sony Bravia 2 engine is outstanding, maybe even better than XBR engine.I’ve found that the Z series is better but there isn’t 52 inche models
Tv menus on Samsung televisons are made for experts with a lots of tweeks, but really it’s clouded for average user. If you doubt that, download the user manual for the Samsung LN52A650 and for Sony KDL524100 and see the difference. If you are technical expert, then buy LN52A650. If you don’t like to mess around, but you want an outstanding image, take the Sony. Ths Sony TV is very simple to use, but also it automatically finds digital channels and is like you have built in cable box.
The Sony television doesn’t have the Ethernet connector and built in weather like the series 6 from Samsung, but it does have the built in TV guide and option for upgrades. But, if you want internet in your TV, you are better to be connected through other device. The TV guide option in this television is outstanding and the Sony Bravia Sync is nice particularly if you are using a Sony DVD converter for 1080p. Picture in Picture technology is super as well because it’s allowing you to watch picture from HDMI and at the same time watch cable TV.
A favorite feature on Sony KDL52W4100 is the power button on the top side as this is preventing children from shuting down televison. Also a good thing is the remote on the Sony as it is quite simple to use.
In the end, if you want the a super clear image, easy to use LCD TV with features that makes usuall television watching enjoyable and simple.This Sony KDL52W4100 is outstanding selection.
You can read more about Sony KDL52W4100 on our LCD TV Reviews portal. If you don’t like Sony check out this Samsung LN52A650.
Select The Right Sony LCD TV
Sony is probably the first name that comes to your head whenever you want to buy an LCD TV. Sony is probably the most reliable brand for electronics in the world. Sony started as Tokyo Telecommunications Engineering Corporation and it was founded after the second World Wart. Later in 1955, it was renamed with the name Sony. Sony began producing televisions in 1960 and and started to make flat screens in the year 2001. Since then, it has become a true brand and is known in the world for providing the best quality image, sound and excellent experience of a LCD TV.
Which are the latest Sony TV models and what are their characteristics? The newest Sony LCD TV line for the year 2009 is the XBR9. This range has full HD, 240 Hz panel, and is available in 32″, 40″, 46″, 52″ sizes. The fresh Bravia VE 5 line offer power economy as they have a zero W power switch with low power standby mode. Beside this, they have motion and light detectors that lower the use of energy while maximazing the performance.
Different TV series from Sony, the Z line, offer Ethernet connection. This allows the tv sets to directly access the internet video content using an existing internet connection. This service provides a big choice of TV shows, movies, sports and music from a lof of partners like YouTube, Amazon Video etc.
The Mid tier models of the Sony’s V series delivers 120Hz refresh rates. The V series also comes with Sony motion flow processing that reduces blur. For the more wealthier customers, the S line Sony LCD TV is offering a high value for your money with a 1080p resolution. The only way to pick the HDTV is by comparison of models. Knowing the quality and performance of the Sony LCD TV sets, you can rest assure that there won’t be any disappointments.
The base guarantee on Sony LCD TV is covering twelve months. You are able to phone the support service if you see any malfunctioning. They’ll first ask you a couple of questions to see whether you are calling them for service or repair. If you got a LCD TV that is 30″ or larger, you qualify for home service. After determining the need for service, they will provide you with the contacts of the authorized service centre due the fact that the warranty service can be offered only at these approved centers. Most likely, you’ll see that people at this services are educated and helpful, and living up to the high criteria that have been set by Sony.
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