Stunning Sony XBR6 XBR7 XBR8 HDTV Redefine HDTV Quality

(November 2, 2008 HDTV-News.org) New Technologies Deliver Exceptional Color Reproduction and Black Levels Sony introduced seven new BRAVIA® XBR flat-panel LCD high-definition televisions including models with TRILUMINOS® LED backlight and local dimming for outstanding black-level reproduction and unmatched contrast. The new models expand the BRAVIA LCD line up to 30 models ranging in screen size from 19 to 70 inches measured diagonally.

The XBR models represent Sony's premium line, delivering the latest features and the pinnacle of picture quality. "Critics consistently praise BRAVIA as the best HDTVs on the market, and the XBR badge indicates the best of the best," said Jeff Goldstein, vice president of marketing for Sony Electronics' television marketing group. "Consumers can now experience the quality of BRAVIA from small-sized models all the way up through our premium big screen XBR series."

32" LCD Sony KDL-32XBR6 Sold Out at Amazon
32" LCD Sony KDL-32XBR9 $829 at Amazon
37" LCD Sony KDL-37XBR6 $1188 at Amazon
40" LCD Sony KDL-40XBR6 Sold Out at Amazon
40" LCD Sony KDL-40XBR7 $1354 at Amazon
40" LCD Sony KDL-40XBR9 $1998 at Amazon
46" LCD Sony KDL-46XBR6 $2017 at Amazon
46" LCD Sony KDL-46XBR8 $2769 at Amazon
46" LCD Sony KDL-46XBR9 $2257 at Amazon
52" LCD Sony KDL-52XBR6 $3399 at Amazon
52" LCD Sony KDL-52XBR7 $2210 at Amazon
52" LCD Sony KDL-52XBR9 $2749 at Amazon
55" LCD Sony KDL-55XBR8 $4449 at Amazon
70" LCD Sony KDL-70XBR7 $19,999 at Amazon

Best LCD HDTVs of 2009

(May 14, 2009 HDTV-News.org) The 2009 LCD HDTV roll out is underway and we like it. Deeper blacks, higher refresh rates, and motion blur reduction, previously expensive adders, are standard features in many new 2009 sets. Here are a few that offer outstanding picture quality at reasonable cost:

32" LCD Sony KDL-32XBR9 $829 at Amazon
40" LCD Sony 40S5100 $846 at Amazon
46" LCD Sony 46V5100 $1399 at Amazon
52" LCD Sony 52V5100 $1799 at Amazon
52" LCD Sony KDL-52XBR9 $2599 at Amazon

Top Rated 32-inch HDTVs

Sony Bravia XBR KDL-32XBR6 32-inch 1080p LCD HDTV

The Sony Bravia XBR KDL-32XBR6 32-inch 1080p LCD HDTV, successor to the highly praised and very popular 720p 32XBR4, is our top choice. The 32XBR6 has excellent picture quality across the board. Great contrast, superb detail, and excellent color accuracy. Black levels are very good, a noticeable improvement over its predecessor. The viewing angle is fairly wide for an LCD TV, a definite strong point compared to other LCD sets. The 32XBR6 also uses 120Hz technology that increases the frame rate to reduce motion blur. It does a fine job smoothing out jagged edges in movies and other film-based content.

Consumers love this set. As with the earlier 32XBR 4, the 32XBR6 has unanimous five star ratings (as of May 2008) from Amazon customers. We can't argue with that. This is one fine HDTV.

Although it's a bit pricey for this size, this is the best 32-inch LCD TV available. Spend a few extra bucks and go for the Sony 32XBR6. Over 90% five star ratings at Amazon.com.

32" LCD Sony KDL-32XBR6 Sold Out at Amazon
32" LCD Sony KDL-32XBR9 $829 at Amazon
32" LCD Sony KDL-32XBR6 $849 at OneCall
32" LCD Sony KDL-32XBR6 $849 at J&R

Panasonic TC-32LZ800 32-inch LCD HDTV

The Panasonic TC-32LZ800 32-inch 1080p LCD HDTV is an excellent choice if you're looking for a high quality picture at a bargain price. Consumer Reports rates this set as equivalent to our top choice, the Sony 32XBR6. The TC-32LZ800 has excellent picture quality, very good contrast, and accurate color. The viewing angle is as good as our top pick. Black levels are good, though a bit bright on the darkest scenes. This set also has a 120Hz viewing mode to reduce motion blur in film based content. An excellent bargain, several hundred dollars less than the Sony 32XBR6. Over 87% five star ratings at Amazon.com.

Consumer Reports concludes: "Among the best LCD TVs you can buy today, with outstanding picture quality, excellent sound quality, and a viewing angle some plasmas will envy. It has a swivel base that allows the set to be easily positioned for the best viewing angle, and its excellent sound is a plus if it won't be connected to a home-theater system." At its current price point this set is hard to beat.

32" LCD Panasonic TC-32LZ800 $899 at Amazon
32" LCD Panasonic TC-32LZ800 $899 at Buy.com
32" LCD Panasonic TC-32LZ800 $879 at J&R
32" LCD Panasonic TC-32LZ800 $899 at OneCall