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Sony Bravia KDL-55HX803
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| Screen size | 55 inches | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Oui | ||
| HD Ready certification | Oui | ||
| Brightness | N.C. | ||
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| Contrast ratio | N.C.v69 |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | N.C. |
| Response time | N.C. v69 |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 Watt RMS |
| Connectivity | VGA • HDMI (x4) • SCART • Component • Composite |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 108.5 x 68.8 x 26.0 cm |
| Weight | 19.2 kg |
| Type | LCD |
| 3D | yes |
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Pierre-Jean Alzieu
Test date: June 21, 2010
Test date: June 21, 2010
This model is the 55'' version of the 46'' TV that we tested in our labs, the Sony Bravia KDL-46HX803.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Pluses
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Full HD 3D picture: no loss of quality, unlike with passive technology
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Attractive 3D picture
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Very good contrast: just under 2700:1
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Powerful Motionflow 200 Hz Pro system
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Low energy consumption
Minuses
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2D-to-3D conversion less effective than with Samsung
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3D glasses not supplied (and not too comfortable)
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Glossy finish susceptible to reflections
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Viewing angles too narrow
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Average remote and poor quality audio
The Sony Bravia HX803 3D TV produces attractive results in 3D, and is excellent in 2D. It's a great choice, as long as you don't mind the glossy finish on the screen.
