Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 LCD HDTV Review - Vs Vizio SV470XVT |
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Published on June 05, 2009 Comment on this |
Value Comparison In this comparison, the two TVs are about the same size, with the Vizio standing slightly larger. The Vizio is also significantly less expensive and has a 120Hz mode. The Sony had a better contrast ratio and black level, but the Vizio had more accurate color representation. As with other comparisons, the main advantage the Sony has here is its LAN and USB ports. These will give you access to photo, music, and video playback, either via a thumb drive or internet connection. The Sony's streaming video options are significant, but this functionality will cost you.
Blacks & Whites The Vizio has a slightly higher peak brightness, but its poor black level leads to a bad overall contrast ratio.
Color Accuracy The Vizio did slightly better in color accuracy all around.
Motion The Vizio handled motion and artifacting a bit better than the Sony did.
Viewing Effects The Vizio has a slightly better viewing angle, but it wasn't by any great stretch.
Connectivity The Sony has a LAN and USB port that the Vizio does not.
Other Comparisons As we said in the previous comparison, the Sony's LAN port gives it a lot of additional functionality. You can stream video from many, many different content providers and download updates. Also, the USB port gives you access to photo, music, and video playback. |
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• Sony has better contrast ratio.
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