Sony KDL-Z5100 Series | Compare Z5100 vs XBR9 vs W5100 vs V5100, etc

The Sony Bravia KDL-Z5100 steps up to the plate with big shoes to fill where the KDL-Z4100 left off last year in the famed Z-Series lineup. There has been considerable upgrades and additions, and the picture quality and feature set is noticeably improved with modern features, internet and multimedia additions, and major increases in picture quality as well as improvements upon commonly reported downfalls to last years Z-Series to make the new Sony Bravia Z5100 series one of the highest quality lcd lineups released yet!

Sony's KDL52z5100, kdl46z5100 & kdl40z5100

This years lineup also brings a new size availability to the table, where the Z4100 series was only available in 46-inch and 40-inch sizes (The KDL46Z4100 & KDL40Z4100) but misses on the option to choose either a black or silver design like its predecessors; new is a 52-icnh variations along with the same sizes as last year, with the models: KDL40Z5100 (40″ 2009 Z-Series LCD) KDL46Z5100 (46″ 2009 Z-series LCD ) and KDL52Z5100 (52″ 2009 Z-series LCD). Below are some of the notable differences when comparing the KDLZ5100 series to similar 2009 models and last years KDLZ4100 Lineup:

Compare 2008’s Sony Z4100 vs Z5100

Big upgrades on the technical specs here, bringing up contrast ratio dramatically and using new engines and features built in to result in a much better, realistic and natural image reproduction. The design has changed to a cool slim form factor, and new features such as Bravia internet widgets that allow you to place data such as weather, sports scores and much more on your screen, as well as the Bravia internet media library which brings content from the likes of flickr, youtube, amazon, and more make this a much different and more gadget/tech rich LCD HDTV worthy of the high-end ‘Z series’ family emblem.

Differences between KDL52Z5100, KDL46Z5100, KDL40Z5100

Not much to report here, but many shoppers do wonder if there are differences between the 3 available models. The answer is no, the onyl major differeces when you compoare the 52z5100 vs 46z5100 vs 40z5100 is their size, so you can choose a unit that matches your tastes and viewing distance for best overall experience. The Sony Bravia KDL 52Z5100 1080p LCD measures in at 52-inches and weights 66.3 lbs (Full Specs Here), the sony kdl 46z5100 1080p lcd measures in at 46-inches and weights 52.9 lbs(Full Specs Here) and the Sony Bravia KDL 40Z5100 1080p lcd is the smallest measuring 40-inches diagonally and weighting 43 lbs (Full Specs Here).

Compare Z5100 vs XBR9, Z5100 vs W5100, Z5100 vs V5100, etc…

Compare Sony KDLZ5100 vs KDLXBR9 Series: The two highest end models available from the 2009 additions to the Bravia brand, the sony xbr9 line-up offers the absolutely the best available picture quality, with the major defining differences when comparing the z5100 versus xbr9 being the difference in backlighting, where the XBR9’s use a higher end backlight capable of more visually stunning, realistic and natural picture quality.

Compare Sony KDLZ5100 vs KDLW5100 Series: A slight drop in price at the cost of some of the more newly introduced technology make the Sony Bravia W5100 line-up a great choice for those want some of the best without breaking the bank. Comparing the Z5100 versus W5100 models, defining differences include the loss of the 240Hz refresh rate unveiled in 2009, reverting back to last years big thing in 120Hz motionflow technology. Picture quality on the cheaper KDLW5100 is noticeable lower, but not as drastic as some of the other downgrades and upgrades in series.

Compare Sony KDLZ5100 vs KDLV5100 Series: On the slightly lower end of the spectrum, the Bravia V5100 line-up offers a great value/performance mix to consumer by dropping some of the more advanced technology and multimedia/internet features. Comparing the Z5100 versus V5100 you have the loss of 240Hz refresh rate for 120Hz, picture quality decrease, less advanced and modern algorithms and image engines, no internet widgets or multimedia features among some other less drastic changes.

Compare Sony KDLZ5100 vs KDLS5100 Series: An introductory level 1080p FullHD set, the Bravia S5100 line-up is for the shopper that wants a FullHD set but doesnt want any of the advanced features, gadgets, increased connectivity but just wants a decent picture quality in 1080p. Comparing the Z5100 versus v5100 you lose 240Hz refresh rate down to 60Hz, very noticeable decreases in image quality with the less advanced and older bravia engine and processing, less connectivity, no internet or multimedia features found on the z, xbr9 and w series and some other less noticeable downgrades.