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Sony KDL-42W829B

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Editorial reviews:
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4.7 out of 5
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Pros

  • High-definition images looked detailed and authentic
  • impressive HDTV with deep blacks and superb gaming responsiveness
  • it makes a great first impression

Cons

  • It may not display this or other websites correctly
  • home cinema system
  • 1080p image performance

Key specs

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

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Sony KDL-42W829B - Pros & Cons

Sony KDL-42W829B

Pros

  • High-definition images looked detailed and authentic
  • impressive HDTV with deep blacks and superb gaming responsiveness
  • it makes a great first impression
  • easy to use and extremely powerful
  • Smartphone integration is accomplished
  • bright
  • vivid picture and well-thought-out
  • crisp
  • smooth
  • detailed picture
  • a smooth

Cons

  • It may not display this or other websites correctly
  • home cinema system
  • 1080p image performance
  • lumber the picture with ugly processing artefacts
  • Discovery bars revolve at the bottom of the screen
  • Threadbare uniforms are given tangible texture
  • certainly doesn t skimp on connection ports
  • on-demand video is still a little limited
  • Selector Viewing Distance Calculator Input Lag Database
  • blur-busting motion interpolation technology
  • No ITV Player or 4oD though

Sony KDL-42W829B - 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-42W829B - Full Specifications

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Display
Panel designFlat
Screen size42.0 in
Resolution1920 x 1080 px
LCD BacklightingLED
Aspect ratio16:9
Refresh rate60.0 Hz
Static Contrast Ratio3000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio1,000,000:1
Number of colors16.7 million
Screen width36.62 in
Screen height20.6 in
Panel TypeAMVA3
Panel Bit Depth8 bits
Pixel Pitch0.02 in
Pixel Density52.0 ppi
Display Area90.25 %
Frame Rate Controlno
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Features
Smart Tvyes
Video camerano
Picture-in-Pictureyes
Parental controlyes
Sleep timeryes
Ambilightyes
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3d technology
3D Supportyes
3D Technology type
Passive
Glasses Includedyes
Number of glasses pairs2
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Network
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wi-Fi standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
DLNAyes
NFCyes
Ethernetyes
Bluetoothyes
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Body with stand
Height23.62 in
Width37.72 in
Weight25.79 lb
Depth0.67 in
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Energy efficiency
Energy classA+
Annual Energy Use69.0 kWH/year
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Power
Voltage 220Vyes
Voltage 110Vyes
Ac Frequency50.0 Hz
Power Consumption Sleep0.3 W
Power Consumption Average50.0 W
Power Consumption Max99.0 W
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Video
File formats supported
  • 3GP/3GPP
  • AVCHD
  • AVI
  • M-JPEG
  • MKV
  • MOV
  • MP4
  • MPEG1
  • MPEG2
  • WebM
  • WMV
  • Xvid
Video quality standards
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 576i
  • 576p
  • 720p
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Accessories
AccessoriesRemote controller
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Audio properties
Built-in speaker(s)yes
Audio decodersDolby Digital
Speaker System
  • 2-channel
  • 2-channel
File formats supported
  • MP3
  • WAV
  • WMA
Clear Voiceyes
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Ergonomics
Vesa mountyes
Vesa interface type200x100mm
Removable standyes
Height adjustmentno
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Connectivity
Number of HDMI ports4
USB 2.0 ports2
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inyes
Number of component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inputs1
Composite port inyes
Number of composite Inputs1
DVI portno
Digital Audio Ports1
Analogue 3.5mm portyes
Audio return channel (ARC)yes
MHLyes
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Body without stand
Height22.17 in
Width37.72 in
Weight23.15 lb
Depth2.52 in
Colour of productBlack
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Shipping
Height25.98 in
Width42.44 in
Depth4.96 in
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Frame interpolation
TechnologyMotionflow XR 400 Hz
Interpolation Value400
Measurement UnitXR
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Image
File formats supported
  • JPEG/JPG
  • MPO
  • RAW
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Tuner
Tuner typeAnalog & Digital
CI+yes

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Sony KDL-42W829B Sony - Editorial Reviews (13)

4.7
Based on 13 reviews
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Sony KDL-42W829B Home review
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whathifi
Published: 04.06.2014
Home review
4.0

It may have lost a star, but this 50in Sony is still worth an audition

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony W8 (2014) review
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FlatpanelsHD
Published: 05.05.2014
Sony W8 (2014) review

Sony W8 is a mid-range 2014 TV with edge LED and Smart TV features such as TV apps and TV SIdeView. Has Sony produced a great value-for-money TV with W8?

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-42W829B review | S21
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Sony KDL-42W829B review | S21

The Sony Bravia KDL-42W829 is a mid-range 42 inch TV with an attractive design. Picture quality isn't the best and audio is weak, but for good value family viewing with catch-up TV it offers excellent value for money.

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-50W829 W8 Series TV review
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Pocket-lint
Published: 19.03.2014
Sony KDL-50W829 W8 Series TV review
5.0

Sony is banking on its W8 flatscreen range to cut a swathe through the connected TV competition this year.While there are higher-spec Full HD models in

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-50W829B
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AVForums
Published: 26.03.2014
Sony KDL-50W829B
4.5

Sony's W8 is second in the hierarchy of 1080p TVs in 2014 but by no means plays second fiddle to the flagship W95

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-50W829 review
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T3
Published: 23.04.2014
Sony KDL-50W829 review
5.0

The Sony KDL-W829 looks the sub-£1k TV to beat in 2014

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-50W829B
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stuff.tv/my/
Published: 21.03.2014
Sony KDL-50W829B
5.0

You want a smart TV? This 50in Sony set is so brainy it should be in Mensa

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony Bravia KDL-50W829B review - 55in now £630 on Amazon today
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Expert Reviews
Published: 02.06.2014
Sony Bravia KDL-50W829B review - 55in now £630 on Amazon today
5.0

Fantastic picture quality for the price and (for a limited time only) a free soundbar if you buy from Currys

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL42W829 3D LED TV Review
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HDTV Test
Sony KDL42W829 3D LED TV Review

Sony's KDL42W829 is a good HDTV, but if you have the space & budget, it's wiser to buy the larger 50

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-50W829 review
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Home Cinema Choice
Published: 14.05.2014
Sony KDL-50W829 review

Razor-sharp pictures and a revamped Smart system ensure this mid-range 50-incher is ready to thrill The temptation is to call 'time' already. If you want a superb 1080p LED connected TV, look no further. Buying conundrum solved – this Sony is all you need. Let’s hit the izakaya. Of course, to be that presumptuous would be madness.

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-50W829 review
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TechRadar
Published: 10.03.2014
Sony KDL-50W829 review
4.5

Sony's W8 TV offers high-end performance at a surprisingly affordable price

Sony KDL-42W829B Sony KDL-55W829
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 29.09.2014
Sony KDL-55W829
4.5

Sony delivers arguably the finest HD TV of the year.

Sony KDL-42W829B An impressive TV, Sony's 50W829 delivers rich and colourful images
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CNET
Published: 03.04.2014
An impressive TV, Sony's 50W829 delivers rich and colourful images

The 50W829 puts in an excellent performance thanks to its deep black levels, rich contrast and perky colours, but it is let down by its lacklustre smart TV system and mediocre sound quality.

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