Sony KDL-60EX500, (60EX501) Review: Bravia LCD HDTV TV Review
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Model: KDL-60EX500
Description: 60" LED LCD TV
Resolution: 1920 X 1080
Reviewer: Robert Wiley
Spring/Summer 2010
A soldier shot in vivid detail as displayed on the KDL-60EX500 in the new HBO HD series The Pacific.
The Sony KDL-60EX500 is a lower range LCD with traditional CCFL backlighting that will yield a good stable value for most consumers who want to enjoy Sony functionality while not having to pay top dollar for early adapter features such as super thin design, LED backlighting, or 3D capability – none of which this model contains. The EX500 series lines up in the lower 20% of Sony's offerings for 2010 and can be found at most mainstream retailers.
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Clearly, Sony has become very competitive in these lower tier models of the Sony lineup. The 60EX500 delivers value and a very good price ($2250). Sony has increased sales with these value plays in the last couple of years as many consumers want Sony functionality at a value oriented price. The only upgrade feature of this TV is the 120Hz Motionflow feature. There is very little competition in the 60" size value play arena with only the LG 60LD550 fitting that description at present. This model also has 120Hz with traditional CFL back lighting.
SONY KDL-60EX500 Features Overview
The EX500 series from Sony is a step up from the entry level EX400 series and comes in a range of sizes from 60" down to 32". It retains last year's Bravia Engine 2 processor as opposed to the new Bravia Engine 3 processor in the upper tier Sony LCDs. The EX500 series also uses CFL backlighting instead of LED and lacks the internet connectivity of the higher lines.
At a retail price of around $2200 this TV looks to have good value and performance for a 60 inch 1080p, 120Hz LCD television. For inputs it has 4 HDMI, 2 USB, component, composite, PC inputs and more for connecting all your devices. Bravia Link lets you control similarly equipped Sony devices over the HDMI connection. The included swivel stand is also a nice addition.
-Phil Conner
