Amazon Prices on Featured HDTVs: - Sony Bravia KDL-52W4100 - Samsung LN52A550 - Samsung LNT5281FX - Toshiba REGZA 52HL167












Ratings across the Internet have called Sony's XBR4 Series of LCD televisions the ultimate LCD sets on the market today, and a quick review of the line-up's core features makes it easy to see why.

The KDL-52XBR4 extends the stellar reputation of Sony's Bravia series, with a selection of core features added to an already top performing series.

Below is a brief review of the KDL-52XBR4's stand-out specifications, making a clear case for moving this set to the top of the list of TVs to consider if you're in the market for a 52" LCD...


The KDL-52XBR4 boasts a 18,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, along with a 2,000:1 on-screen contrast ratio. These specifications represent the wide range of gradated detail and contrast the 52" display is capable of producing, giving you rich, vivid color and clear detail even in dark scenes.

Offering resolution that tops out at full 1080p HD, the KDL-52XBR4 is capable of accepting the highest definition that high-end devices like HD-DVD and Blu-Ray disc players and next-generation videogame systems like the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 can kick out.

The KDL-52XBR4 also feature Sony's MotionFlow 120Hz processing, which means the TV adds 60 unique video frames between those that standard film and TV content includes. This boosted frame rate creates a more fluid picture, most evident in the fastest moving of action scenes.

The KDL-52XBR4's wide range of input options more than meets the expections of a high-end Sony Bravia HDTV: 3 HDMI, 1 S_Video, 2 Component, 1 PC, and 3 Composite connections.

Compared vs. other popular 52" LCDs from the likes of Samsung, Toshiba, Sharp and the others, the KDL-52XBR4 is a bit pricey, but that's no surprise. You're buying into the Sony Bravia brand name, which thousands of discriminating AV aficionados have done before you. But before purchasing, make sure you read the comments of those aficionados, found in their user reviews at Amazon.com.


Samsung LNT5265FSamsung LNT5271FSamsung LN-T5281FXSharp Aquos LC52D64USharp Aquos LC52D92USony Bravia 52XBR4Sony Bravia 52XBR5Sony Bravia KDL-52W3000Toshiba REGZA 52HL167Toshiba REGZA 52LX177
Model Contrast Refresh Max Res HDMI Resp Time Weight Price
15,000:1   1080p 3 8ms 63 lbs Check Price
25,000:1 120hz 1080p 3 8ms 128 lbs Check Price
500,000:1 120hz 1080p 3 8ms 81 lbs Check Price
10,000:1   1080p 3 4ms 63 lbs Check Price
15,000:1 120hz 1080p 3 6ms 83 lbs Check Price
18,000:1 120hz 1080p 3 8ms 108 lbs Check Price
18,000:1 120hz 1080p 3 8ms 108 lbs Check Price
16,000:1   1080p 3   95 lbs Check Price
    1080p 3 8ms 140 lbs Check Price
    1080p 3   90 lbs Check Price

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Product Features:
* 10-bit 16:9 Full HD 1080p Panel (1920x1080)
* Motionflow with FHD 120 Hz high frame rate capability
* BRAVIA Engine PRO & Live Color Creation system
* 1080p Inputs: HDMI (x3), YPbPr (x2), PC
* Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE)


Technical Details:
* Model : Sony Bravia XBR KDL-52XBR4 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
* Aspect ratio: 16:9
* Screen size: 52 inches (diagonal)
* Television type: Flat panel
* Closed caption
* ID1 detection
* Video label
* Native resolution: 1080p
* Contrast ratio: 18,000:1 (dynamic); 2,000:1 (on-screen)
* Display resolution: 1920 x 1080p (native)
* Tuner: ATSC, Clear QAM
* Video processing (Bravia Engine Pro)
* Noise reduction
* Comb filter: 3D digital comb filter
* DRC multifunction circuitry (DRC MF V2.5)
* Game mode: On/Off
* Light sensor
* Display technology: LCD (178-degree wide viewing angle)
* Backlight type: WCG-CCFL (Wide Color Gamut - CCFL)
* High definition (Full HD 1080)
* MotionFlow 120 Hz
* 10-bit display panel
* Bravia theatre sync, One-Button Home Theater Control (HDMI-CEC)
* Steady sound automatic volume control
* MTS stereo decoder (with SAP)
* Digital amplifier
* Dolby digital (ATSC/QAM only)
* Sound booster
* Voice zoom
* S-force front
* Channel skip/add
* Favorite channel
* Speed surf channel selection
* Parental control (V-Chip)
* Power save mode: Standard, reduced, picture off
* Picture freeze
* Input skip
* DMe ready (feature expansion capability)
* Xross media bar (graphical user interface)
* Remote control (backlit)
* analog audio input: 5 (4 rear, 1 side)
* Audio out (variable/fixed): 1 (rear)
* Component video (Y/Pb/Pr ) input: 2 (rear)
* Composite video input: 3 (2 rear, 1 side)
* Digital audio output: 1 (rear)
* S-Video input: 1 (rear)
* Headphone output: 1 (side)
* PC audio input: 1 (rear)
* PC video input: 1 (rear) with D-sub 15 and L/R stereo mini plug connection
* HDMI connection: 3 (1 side, 2 rear, 1 rear input has L/R audio inputs)
* 1080/24p input capable (via HDMI)
* Power consumption: 320 W (in operation), less than 0.4 W (in standby)
* Energy Star compliant
* VESA (VESA hole mount compatibility for mounting applications)
* Dimensions with pedestal: 55.71 x 35.04 x 15.12 inches / 1415 x 890 x 384 millimeters (W x H x D)
* Dimensions: 55.71 x 32.56 x 4.92 inches / 1415 x 827 x 125 millimeters (W x H x D)
* Weight with pedestal: 108 pounds / 49 kilograms
* Weight: 93 pounds / 42 kilograms



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Amazon Prices on Featured HDTVs: - Sony Bravia KDL-52W4100 - Samsung LN52A550 - Samsung LNT5281FX - Toshiba REGZA 52HL167