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Introduction
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01.Tour & Design
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02.Calibration
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03.Blacks & Whites
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04.Color Accuracy
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05.Motion
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06.Viewing Effects
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07.Remote Control
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08.Connectivity
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09.Audio & Menus
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10.Formats & Media
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11.Power Consumption
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12.Vs Samsung LN40B650
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13.Vs Sony Bravia KDL52V5100
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14.Vs Vizio SV470XVT
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15.Conclusion
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16.Series Comparison
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17.Ratings & Specs
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18.Comments
Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100
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Conclusion
Vizio SV470XVT Summary
• Sony has better contrast ratio.
• Vizio has more accurate colors.
• Sony has LAN and USB for viewing pictures, listening to music, or watching video content.
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.
| Comparison Specifications | ||
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| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 | Vizio SV470XVT | |
| Size | 46 inches | 47 inches |
| Price | $2,599.99 | $1,399.99 |
| Type | LCD | LCD |
| Format | 1080p | 1080p |
| Other | USB Port, Internet connectivity | 120Hz |
Blacks & Whites
The Vizio has a slightly higher peak brightness, but its poor black level leads to a bad overall contrast ratio.
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| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 Score: Black Level: 8.48 Peak Brightness: 8.74 Contrast Ratio: 8.77 |
Vizio SV470XVT Score: Black Level: 4.94 Peak Brightness: 9.09 Contrast Ratio: 5.89 |
Color Accuracy
The Vizio did slightly better in color accuracy all around.
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| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 Score: 9.08 | |
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| Vizio SV470XVT Score: 9.96 | |
| RGB Curves | |
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| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 Score: 7.84 | |
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| Vizio SV470XVT Score: 8.77 | |
| Color Gamut | |
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| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 Score: 5.19 | |
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| Vizio SV470XVT Score: 5.98 | |
Motion
The Vizio handled motion and artifacting a bit better than the Sony did.
| Motion Scores | ||
| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 | Vizio SV470XVT | |
| Motion Smoothness | 7.00 | 8.00 |
| Motion Artifacting | 6.50 | 8.00 |
Viewing Effects
The Vizio has a slightly better viewing angle, but it wasn't by any great stretch.
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| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 Score: 6.71 Vizio SV470XVT Score: 7.08 |
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Connectivity
The Sony has a LAN and USB port that the Vizio does not.
| Connectivity Comparison | ||
| Sony Bravia KDL-46Z5100 | Vizio SV470XVT | |
| HDMI | 4 | 4 |
| Component | 2 | 2 |
| Composite | 1 | 2 |
| S-Video | 1 | 1 |
| VGA | 1 | 1 |
| Analog Audio In | 3 | 3 |
| Digital Audio Out | 1 | 1 |
| Analog Audio Out | 2 | 1 |
| LAN | 1 | 0 |
| USB | 1 | 0 |
| Memory Card | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
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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