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Sony KDL-26L5000: Review

Posted to Televisions 2009-09-16

Introduced in the spring of 2009, the Sony KDL-26L5000, is part of Sony's L series. This particular model is the 26 inch version however you can get it in 22, 32 or 37 inch models as well. Fans of Sony have long been familiar with their Bravia technology and this is another entry into that long line of tradition. Images are brought to life with a 16:9, 720p resolution panel with 13000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, letting you soak up all the action of your favorite movie, sporting event or video game. Whether in home or office you get all the Sony technology built into a television that won't make you empty out your bank account to afford.

For the HD enthusiasts this flat panel LCD TV comes with 3 HDMI inputs and even a PC input should you want to connect your computer. Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) is included with dynamic backlight control, which automatically adjusts the backlight to maintain image quality and lower the overall power consumption. Dolby digital speakers deliver 16 watts of audio power and this unit surpasses all Energy 3.0 star requirements.

Rating:

3.8 out of 5

Quality

High quality pictures and crisp images have long been Sony trademarks. People buy Sony because they depend on Sony's reliability and this TV is no different. High marks are scored for making this TV easy to setup and easy to use. Much care was taken to jam as much Sony technology as they could into this unit while still making it an affordable option for the budget conscious customer. When compared to other TV's in this size range this unit stands head and shoulders above the crowd. There are less expensive TV's in this price range. However the exceptional qualities of this TV make it a good buy even if you have to spend a little more money.

Ergonomics

This unit weighs in at around 19 pound without the stand and 22 pounds with the stand. Most of the audio and video inputs are found in the rear of the TV however there are some side video and audio inputs. Also 1 HDMI input is on the side for a quick hook up to your HDMI device (as example, your Playstation 3). If you choose to use the stand with the unit it is a stationery stand that does not swivel.

Summary

The Sony KDL-26L5000 ranks among best in class and keeps in line with the tradition at Sony. This unit gives you lots of fun, with simple, user friendly features to make your television watching experience as enjoyable as possible. Often high technology and great attention is given to the larger screen TV and the little ones get left behind. This model is not a leave behind and is definitely worth adding to your home or office.

Pros

Great, Crisp Picture Quality
13000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
Sony Reliability
Best in class
Great value for the price

Cons

There are no cons for this product