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Sony Bravia KDL-40Z5800 LCD TV review

Sony's first 40-inch LCD TV with built-in Freesat tuner is a stunner

Our Score 5

Last reviewed: 2009-11-12November 12th 2009

Price at launch £1,350.00
Product Type LCD TV
Scan Format 1080p
Standard Refresh Rate 50 Hz
Digital Tuner DVB-T
Analog Tuner NTSC, PAL, SECAM
Number of HDMI Ports 4
Number of SCART Interfaces 2
Product Family BRAVIA
Brand Name Sony
Screen Size 102 cm (40")
Aspect Ratio 16:9
HDMI Yes
Weight with Stand (Approximate) 20.80 kg
RMS Output Power 20 W
VGA Yes
Headphone Yes
Digital Audio Output Yes
Composite Video Yes
Component Video Yes
SCART Yes
Frame Refresh Rate 200 Hz
Colour Black
Sound System Surround Sound, Dolby
Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080
Features Picture in Picture, TeleText, Favorite Channel Selection, Channel Labeling
Manufacturer Sony Corporation
Product Model KDL-40Z5800
Product Name BRAVIA KDL-40Z5800 40" LCD TV
Product Line BRAVIA
Manufacturer Part Number KDL40Z5800U
Manufacturer Website Address www.sony.co.uk
Marketing Information

Super smooth and pin sharp, this BRAVIA LCD TV is a sight to behold. Beneath its sleek "draw the LINE" design lies a masterful set up ready to deliver a mind blowing sound and picture experience. Fused with the latest eco aware features, BRAVIA's sharpest picture ever saves energy too.

Package Contents
  • BRAVIA KDL-40Z5800 LCD TV
  • Table-Top Stand
  • Screws for Table-Top Stand
  • European Warranty Card
  • Product Registration Card
  • Power Cable
  • Remote Control
  • 2 x Alkaline Battery
  • Speakers Yes
    Weight (Approximate) 17.90 kg

    Product Summary

    Bravia KDL-40Z5800

    Sony Bravia KDL-40Z5800

    Price at launch

    £1,350.00

    For

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    Superb picture quality

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    Freesat integrates nicely

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    Neat and space-saving design

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    200Hz is very effective

    Against

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    Presets not the best

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    Viewing angle a bit limited

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