- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Sony HX850
- 55" 1080p LED-backlit
- 3D
- Internet enabled
Released January, 2012
Rated 100% by by H.-Chow (Jan, 2013)I used some of the picture tweaks found at Cnet and adjusted them for some personal taste (backlight, sharpness, motion).
Conclusion Check out the Sony HX850
First reviewed January, 2012
Features Key features of the Sony HX850
55”
LED-backlit
Rated 100% by by H.-Chow (Jan, 2013)I didn't think I would use the built-in wifi capable apps, but the ease of integration of apps (Amazon Prime, Youtube, Facebook) into Sony's entertainment network has been pleasantly suprising.
size
55"
65"
46"
HX850 by c|net (May, 2012)I performed a hands-on evaluation of the 55-inch KDL-55HX850, but this review also applies to the other screen size in the series.
HX850 by Huskerhawk (Aug, 2012)The picture on it is superior to the Samsung LCD and Plasma I also own.
thickness
Performance Real world tests of Sony HX850
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Edge-lit LED -
Hulu Plus, MLB TV, NHL Game Center -
Flickr, Picasa -
Pandora, Slacker Radio -
Twitter -
AVCHD, MPEG1, MPEG2 -
LPCM, MP3, WMA9 -
JPEG -
video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room -
backlight zones are selectively turned off to enhance the picture's contrast -
enjoy realistic 3D videos at home -
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easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video -
built-in, Unknown -
4 -
2 -
1 -
300 mm x 300 mm -
84.85% -
1 -
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35 mm
cons
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can't access streaming content
Reviews Word on the street
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 |  Rated by 71 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Huskerhawk (Aug, 2012) Rated 100% by by Marmayogi--Yogi (Dec, 2012) Rated 100% by by nick (Nov, 2012) |
Panel
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by SCESW (Dec, 2012)If you have a fast internet connection (10mbps), you can stream 3d from the Sony 3d channel.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 80% by by c|net (May, 2012)To watch 3D you'll need to buy Sony's own specs, like the $50 TDG-BR250, which won't work with non-Sony 3D TVs.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by M.-J.-Reinfeldt (Nov, 2012)I watch everything over a wireless internet connection, it works flawlessly, even the 3d!
Content
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by nick (Nov, 2012)During normal content (games and movies), black is pure black so much so that it literally matches the bezel.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by David-Smith--smithdav (Dec, 2012)We have also watched a number of blu-ray DVDs from remastered technicolor source material.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by nick (Nov, 2012)The trail is not visible in normal content, but can be seen in a simple object moving through a simple solid background.
Picture quality
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by nick (Nov, 2012)Fast motion is literally crisp/clear in the "Clear Plus" and "Impulse" setting.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 80% by by Dale-A.-Baumann--powakaiAnyway, if you take the time to learn what terms mean and totally research the set-up menus and how to use them this puppy can be dialed in to a fast moving, crystal clear, vibrant picture.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 80% by by Calli (Jun, 2012)In fact, the picture is so good and so clear and so sharp, 2D nearly looks 3D.
3d
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by Huskerhawk (Aug, 2012)Again, LG and Samsung probably make excellent 3D sets as well (LG is passive I believe, so the glasses are more convenient and cheaper/free with set), but I am very pleased with the performance of this set.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 20% by by John-Ml.I was happy about my new Sony Bravia, i even bought some Sony 3D Glasses, as well as some Blue ray and 3d Movies, PS3 and other accessories.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by ANGEL-M-BARBOZA-S (Dec, 2012)after reading a lots of reviews i just decided about this tv i couldnt be happier looks amazing just watched paranorman on 3d and its great picture looks awesome sony made a good product here.
Type
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by P.-Acuña--The-Geeki was researching many tv's, samsungs, and LG alike, but then i was introduced this one, the price was good (then i got it on a sale, and here am i), blacks are excellent, pretty near to plasma blacks, colors and picture quality are pretty good not as good as the 9xx series, but not that far either, i watched my first movie with it, and it was transformers 3, it looked better than in the cinema, even the PS3 XMB looked way better from my old and good too 2010 LG hd tv set.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by nick (Nov, 2012)I think both settings are better than plasma, which has dithering, color trailing, and blurring in fast motion.
Sony HX850 55" | Rated 100% by by Arun-Biswas--neurojava (Feb, 2013)I have a Sony Bravia LCD from 2008 and was just blown away with the quality of this TV.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | LG LM7600 Supports ISFccc LG LM7600 vs Sony HX850 |
 | 2 | Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series OK calibrated gamma BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series vs HX850 |
 | 3 | Samsung 8000 Series (2012 LCD) Highest contrast ratio Samsung 8000 Series (2012 LCD) vs Sony HX850 |
 | 4 | Panasonic Viera ST50 Darkest blacks Panasonic Viera ST50 vs Sony HX850 |
 | 5 | Samsung 7500 Series 4-way tie: Most USB ports Samsung 7500 Series vs Sony HX850 |
 | 6 | Panasonic Viera GT50 2-way tie: Is DLNA DMR Panasonic Viera GT50 vs Sony HX850 |
 | 7 | Sony BRAVIA XBR HX950 Series Biggest screen BRAVIA XBR HX950 Series vs HX850 |
 | 8 | Sony HX750 Cheap webcam HX750 46" vs HX850 55" |
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