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The Sony KDL-40W3000 is a 40 inch high-def television with a 1080p native resolution display. The W3000 series of televisions is part of Sony's 2007 line of HDTVs and is a step up from the S3000 series, and a step below the XBR4s. The biggest upgrade from the S3000 series is the change to a native 1080p resolution display, from the S3000's 720p resolution. Sony includes additional features to justify the extra cost, including increased color depth of 10-bit, and support for higher quality video sources, namely x.v.Color and 1080p/24Hz. The x.v.Color support isn't a significant factor to the television because there are very few sources that can deliver a proper signal. The 24p support may be important, however there are no display options that are a direct multiple of 24, therefore the television still has to perform a 3:2 pull down conversion which may cause artifacts.
MSRP $2,499.00
Release date July, 2007
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- 40" LCD panel at 1080p native resolution
- XMB interface
- Picture-in-Picture with freeze frame
- Inputs: 3 x HDMI, 3 x Component, 1 x VGA, 2 x Composite, 1 x S-Video, 1 x RF
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MSRP $1,999.00
Released April, 2007
Pros
- USB connector for your media devices (jpg, mp3)
- 3 HDMI inputs
- Ambilight technology (casts ambient light behind the TV making viewing easier on eyes)
Cons
- Supports only HDMI 1.2 standard
Sony KDL-40W3000
67%
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Philips Ambilight 42PFL7432D
33%
MSRP $1,800.00
Released March, 2007
Pros
- Decent price (few hundred $ cheaper than Sony)
- Wide color gamut (90+%)
- Easy to use interface/menus
- Stable sound keeps commercials from blaring
Cons
- No DVI input
- Only one Antenna jack. So you can't hook up an antenna and cable at the same time.
Sony KDL-40W3000
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Toshiba REGZA 42HL167
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MSRP $1,999.95
Released June, 2007
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- No motion blur which plagues many LCD sets
- Solid reliability
- Picture processing technology is very advanced
Cons
- Only 2 HDMI inputs (many modern tvs have 3 or more)
- No PC input
Sony KDL-40W3000
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JVC LT-42X688
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MSRP $1,099.00
Released August, 2006
Pros
- A lot of value for not much $$$
- Many different inputs (2 HDMI, 2 Component, VGA)
- Good black level reproduction for an LCD
Cons
- Visible edge enhancement that can't be bypassed
- No native support for 1080p resolution
Sony KDL-40W3000
100%
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Vizio L42
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MSRP $2,000.00
Released April, 2007
Pros
- Deep black levels for an LCD
- Accurate color reproduction
- 15,000 dynamic contrast ratio
- Good balance of quality and price (value)
Cons
- Glossy screen can reflect ambient light
- Bulky design
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Samsung LN-T4065F
MSRP $2,499.00
Released April, 2007
Pros
- Goood connectivity options
- Good picture adjustment options
Cons
- Poor black level performance
- Below average viewing angle
Sony KDL-40W3000
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LG 42LB5D
MSRP $1,800.00
Released September, 2007
Pros
- Excellent anti-glare coating on screen
- High 10,000:1 contrast ratio
- $200 cheaper than previous model
Cons
- No PC input
- Only 2 HDMI inputs compared to 3 on the PZ700U
Sony KDL-40W3000
100%
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Panasonic TH-42PZ77U
0%
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- Green glow on dark(black) objects on screen.
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KDL, 40, W, 3000, KDL40, 40W, W3000, KDL40W, 40W3000, KDL40W3000