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Sony Bravia KDL-46S3000
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Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800U
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Samsung LN52A650
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Pioneer Elite Kuro PRO-111FD
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Samsung LN46A950
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March 1, 2007
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May 1, 2008
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April 1, 2008
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August 1, 2008
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September 1, 2008
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Price range |
Check latest prices $1209-$1899 from 4 stores
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Check latest prices $1815-$2499 from 12 stores
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Check latest prices $3199-$3499 from 4 stores
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Review summary |
Sony's entry-level LCD, the KDL-46S3000 offers fine picture quality for most viewers, but bargain shoppers and home theater sticklers alike may want something different.
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With the accuracy of its THX mode and great black-level performance, the Panasonic TH-50PZ800U is one of the best-performing HDTVs available.
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If you don't mind its red frame, the Samsung LN52A650 LCD TV will reward you with a massive feature set and excellent picture quality.
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The Pioneer Elite PRO-111FD represents the pinnacle of flat-panel HDTV picture quality.
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Samsung's LED-backlit LN46A950 represents the peak of flat-panel LCD TV performance and picture quality, with a price to match.
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| Basic Specs |
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Product name |
Sony Bravia KDL-46S3000
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Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800U
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Samsung LN52A650
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Pioneer Elite Kuro PRO-111FD
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Samsung LN46A950
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Product type
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LCD TV
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Plasma TV
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LCD TV - Color
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Plasma TV - Color
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LCD TV - Color
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Diagonal size
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46 in
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50 in
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52 in
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50 in
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46 in
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Image aspect ratio
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16:9
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16:9
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16:9
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16:9
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HDTV compatible
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Remote control
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Remote control (Infrared)
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Remote control (Infrared)
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Standard remote control - infrared (Infrared)
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Comb filter
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3D digital
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3D-Y/C digital
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3D digital
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Audio system sound output mode
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Stereo
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Stereo
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Stereo
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Stereo
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Stereo
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Color
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Black
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Charcoal gray
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Dimensions (WxDxH)
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43.7 in x 4.5 in x 28.7 in
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50 in x 15.2 in x 33.3 in
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50.2 in x 12.8 in x 34.1 in
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56.7 in x 3.7 in x 28.5 in
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Weight
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60.6 lbs
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99.2 lbs
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76.7 lbs
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88 lbs
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Service & support
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Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
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- Parts and labor - 1 year
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Product name |
Sony Bravia KDL-46S3000
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Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800U
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Samsung LN52A650
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Pioneer Elite Kuro PRO-111FD
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Samsung LN46A950
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Full specifications |
Full specifications
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Full specifications
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Full specifications
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Full specifications
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Full specifications
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Price range |
Check latest prices $1209-$1899 from 4 stores
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Check latest prices $1815-$2499 from 12 stores
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Check latest prices $1879-$2799 from 20 stores
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Check latest prices $3839-$4999 from 5 stores
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Check latest prices $3199-$3499 from 4 stores
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