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Sony Bravia KDL-32L5000 LCD HDTV Review - Conclusion

By Alex Mekelburg
Published on June 05, 2009
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Intro	Tour & Design
Calibration	Blacks & Whites
Color Accuracy	Motion
Viewing Effects	Remote Control
Connectivity	Audio & Menus
Formats & Media	Power Consumption
Vs JVC LT32J300	Vs Samsung LN32A450
Vs Sony KDL46W4100	Conclusion
Series Comparison	Ratings & Specs

Conclusion

As an entry-level HDTV the Sony Bravia KDL-32L5000 doesn't do a bad job. We were happy with the solid selection of connectivity options, with 3 HDMI ports available. We also liked the excellent contrast ratio, above average black levels and reasonable color performance.

Unfortunately the KDL-32L5000 combines these benefits with a significant number of drawbacks, not surprising for a $550 HDTV. The motion handling was particularly poor, the viewing angle was unimpressive and the audio quality was uninspiring. You also get a lower resolution at 720p.

All of these are unsurprising compromises on an inexpensive HDTV, but we've seen televisions in this price range that have fewer compromises. That said the KDL-32L5000's solid black level and excellent contrast ratio stand out as particularly good in this class, and that might be worth all the other compromises.

Sony KDL-46W4100

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Series Comparison

Compare the Sony Bravia KDL-32L5000 to other HDTVs

JVC LT-32J300
32 inches Samsung LN32A450
32 inches Sony KDL-46W4100
46 inches

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