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Sony KDL-42W805A

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User ratings:
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3.7 out of 5
11 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
27 %
2 stars
9 %
1 stars
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Editorial reviews:
13
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4.2 out of 5
5 user ratings
5 stars
40 %
4 stars
60 %
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Key specs

  • Flat
  • 42 in
  • 1920, 1080 px
  • 60 Hz
  • yes
  • yes

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Sony KDL-42W805A - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
42 in
Best:
Axen 8682442100917
Screen size: 123 in
IconRefresh rate
60 Hz
Best:
Panasonic TC-P55VT60
Refresh rate: 3000 Hz
IconResolution
1920 x 1080 px
Best:
Samsung QE82Q800TATXXU
Resolution: 7680 x 7320 px

Sony KDL-42W805A - Full Specifications

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Display
Panel designFlat
Screen size42.0 in
Resolution1920 x 1080 px
Aspect ratio16:9
Refresh rate60.0 Hz
Dynamic Contrast Ratio100,000:1
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Features
Smart Tvyes
Local dimmingyes
Parental controlyes
Sleep timeryes
Memory card readerno
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3d technology
3D Supportyes
3D Technology typepassive
Glasses Includedyes
Number of glasses pairs4
Can convert 2D to 3Dyes
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Network
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
DLNAyes
Ethernetyes
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Body with stand
Height23.98 in
Width38.23 in
Weight31.75 lb
Depth11.73 in
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Energy efficiency
Energy classA
Annual Energy Use85.0 kWH/year
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Power
Power Consumption Max127.0 W
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Video
File formats supported
  • 3GP/3GPP
  • AVCHD
  • AVI
  • M-JPEG
  • MKV
  • MOV
  • MP4
  • MPEG1
  • MPEG2
  • TS
  • Xvid
Video quality standards
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 576i
  • 576p
  • 720p
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Audio properties
Built-in speaker(s)yes
File formats supported
  • LPCM
  • MP3
  • WMA
Noise Reductionyes
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Ergonomics
Vesa mountyes
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Connectivity
Number of HDMI ports4
USB 2.0 ports3
Number of component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inputs1
Number of composite Inputs1
DVI portno
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Body without stand
Height22.72 in
Width38.23 in
Weight27.12 lb
Depth2.48 in
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Silver
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Shipping
Height27.05 in
Width48.43 in
Depth5.79 in
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Frame interpolation
TechnologyMotionflow 400 Hz
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Image
File formats supported
  • JPEG/JPG
  • MPO
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Tuner
Tuner typeAnalog & Digital
CI+yes

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    over 1 year ago
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Sony KDL-42W805A Sony - Editorial Reviews (13)

4.2
Based on 13 reviews
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Sony KDL-42W805A Sony Bravia KDL-55W805C
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 03.07.2015
Sony Bravia KDL-55W805C
4.5

Sony KDL-55W805C review: State-of-the-art HD pictures for those not convinced by 4K.

Sony KDL-42W805A PREVIEW mit Display Basic Check: Sony KDL-42W805 (06.08.2013)
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PREVIEW mit Display Basic Check: Sony KDL-42W805 (06.08.2013)

Sony KDL-42W805A Home review
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whathifi
Published: 09.07.2013
Home review
4.0

A great-looking TV with many strengths but black levels let the side down

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony KDL-50W800B Review 50 Inch LED TV (KDL50W800B) - Full HD Edge Lit LED TV
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Sony KDL-50W800B Review 50 Inch LED TV (KDL50W800B) - Full HD Edge Lit LED TV

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony KDL-50W800B 50-inch HDTV Review: Superb Picture
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Tom's Guide
Published: 26.11.2014
Sony KDL-50W800B 50-inch HDTV Review: Superb Picture
4.0

With top-shelf picture performance and sound for everything from sci-fi blockbusters to quiet dramas, the Sony 50W800B will please movie fans.

Sony KDL-42W805A Gaming-friendly TV gives good picture and value
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CNET
Published: 17.06.2014
Gaming-friendly TV gives good picture and value

The Sony KDL-W800B series is a classy television with decent picture performance and ultra-low latency but it can be bettered in pure bang-for-buck terms.

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony Bravia 55W800C Android smart TV review | | Resource Centre by Reliance Digital
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Sony Bravia 55W800C Android smart TV review | | Resource Centre by Reliance Digital

With impressive picture quality and ample connectivity options to choose from, is it wise to invest in Sony Bravia 55W800C Android Smart TV ?

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony KDL-55W805C LED TV Review
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HDTV Test
Sony KDL-55W805C LED TV Review

While it's largely a sideways move from 2014's W829, the Sony KDL-55W805C is tremendous value for money in terms of picture quality.

Sony KDL-42W805A Denne 50-tommeren har ekstremt slank ramme
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Tu.no
Published: 07.06.2014
Denne 50-tommeren har ekstremt slank ramme

TEST: Sony KDL-50W805B.

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony KDL-50W800B Series
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Good Housekeeping
Published: 08.12.2014
Sony KDL-50W800B Series

The Sony KDL-50W800B is a solid mid-range TV with better-than-average picture quality.

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony KDL-55W805C
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AVForums
Published: 04.09.2015
Sony KDL-55W805C

We take a look at the Sony W805C with a 55-inch HD screen, Android TV and X-Reality Pro. But at £999 for a 1920x1080p TV it seems expensive given the current 4K budget TVs.

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony KDL-55W805C review
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TechRadar
Published: 28.07.2015
Sony KDL-55W805C review
4.5

Is a premium HD TV still worth buying?

Sony KDL-42W805A Sony KDL-47W805A review
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T3
Published: 15.07.2013
Sony KDL-47W805A review
4.0

The Sony W8 Series 47-inch screen combines web features with cracking design

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