- 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
Vizio E3D Series
- 42" 1080p LCD
- 3D 120 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released March, 2011
Rated 68% by by c|net (Nov, 2011)Its best feature is dedicated keys for Amazon Instant, Netflix and Vudu streaming services.
Conclusion Check out the Vizio E3D Series
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Vizio E3D Series
42”
LCD
Rated 80% by by T.-Hickman--anomaly25 (Oct, 2011)The internet applications are an area where vizio excels at (say what you want about anything else) and this tv delivers with over 150 different Internet widgets you can select and download, from weather forcast, news, streaming online content and of course the big players netflix amazon and vudu have there own dedicated buttons on the remote control.
size
42"
19"
55"
E3D Series by Hailey (Apr, 2011)In conclusion, for the features, screen size, quality and price of this TV set, it's a fantastic bargain and I fully endorse it.
thickness
E3D Series by J.-Widby (Jun, 2011)The colors are vibrant and you will notice that there is much more depth to the picture.
E3D Series by gooacu (May, 2011)Holy cow is the effect great, your weapon feels like it is in your hand and the game world gains all kinds of depth.
Performance Real world tests of Vizio E3D Series
power consumption
E3D Series by Slo-Hand (Jun, 2011)The room the TV is in also has to be pretty darned dark or the power consumption will be higher: Depending on room lighting up to more than double the dark room draw.
E3D Series by Anthony-Brothers--Maximum90 (Jul, 2012)Initial setup has poor-average quality picture/performance (for my eyes).
black levels
E3D Series by Joao91 (Feb, 2012)i wouldn't really say this is a negative because something as simple as a light on in the room can make the black levels better.
E3D Series by Walkerj (Jun, 2011)It helps achieve a perfect balance of contrast, black level and color level.
contrast ratio
E3D Series by Kevin (Aug, 2011)In the case of this Vizio CCFL TV, its lower contrast ratio actually makes for a picture that is, overall, far more uniform.
E3D Series by Li-P--Alias--Carole-Jones (Sep, 2011)I'm very happy with the 200,000:1 contrast ratio.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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CCFL -
Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, VUDU -
Flickr -
Pandora -
Facebook, Twitter -
MP3 -
JPEG -
Unknown, Unknown -
0.1462/0.06 -
enjoy realistic 3D videos at home -
access streaming content over the Internet -
built-in, 802.11n -
0.6384/0.33 -
82 Watts -
2 -
1 -
1080i content is smoothly rendered at the TV's native resolution -
type more naturally with a full keyboard on the remote -
1 -
14,197 g -
200 mm x 200 mm -
1
cons
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0.29 cd/sq. m. -
2.3 -
42" -
24p content will appear a bit jerky -
393 cd/sq. m. -
only proprietary remote controls can control the TV -
300 lines -
might be harder to access your digital photos, music and video
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 282 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by A.J. (Mar, 2012) Rated 80% by by Slo-Hand (Jun, 2011) Rated 100% by by M.-Clark (Jun, 2012) |
Panel
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by Li-P--Alias--Carole-Jones (Sep, 2011)Even with the passive 3D glasses included with the TV, the 3D effects are amazing on this little TV.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by D.-L.-Rivera--someoneHighly recommend if you want to enjoy the great 3d gaming and movies that are soon to hit this holiday season.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by mciccarone (Jun, 2012)I also like the Passive 3D that this TV utilizes, as the Samsung 3D only use Active Shutter, which eats up Batteries and cost a lot more to add additional sets.
3d
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by John-Sheehan--sheehanje (Jan, 2012)I will say this: Games and Movies made for 3D vision look great - Anything really not meant to be in 3D that was converted to 3D looks ok, but not convincing enough.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by kerbicon (Aug, 2012)Very good product excellent performance the Wireless connection is very good connects easily and clearly in 2d and 3d are outstanding recommended to all buyers.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by lord--serpentus (Feb, 2012)i bought this tv in october of 2011 and i'm writing this feb 2012, great tv, excelent 3D, and it works flawless, no issues what so ever.
Content
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by Hamm (Jan, 2012)The TV is easy to set up and is big enough tv for many people to watch movies and play games on.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by Chris-Yardley (Jul, 2011)To play games on the Wii and PS3 just make sure you set the TV to game mode other wise the picture does not look as smooth.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 60% by by Don-PedroThe 3D is awesome when playing games on XBOX 360 with 3D compatible games.
Apps
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by John-Sheehan--sheehanje (Jan, 2012)Absolutely love that the apps come up no matter what input is selected as there are some TV's that are really picky about where apps can be brought up.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by Rudy-James-Jr. (Nov, 2011)The list of Apps is pretty good and to me everything with this TV is as it says it would be.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by Randy-M--rdm (Aug, 2012)Streaming vudu and netflix is smooth and the picture is great.
Gaming
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by QuickSilverSevenPS3 Performance: Looks great with 3D games and 2D games provided you've made the right settings on your PS3.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by Bonnie (Nov, 2011)Xbox games are also much sharper, so that also takes some getting used to.
Vizio E3D Series 42" | Rated 100% by by JCowell (Jan, 2012)Xbox 360 games look epic on it, Im buying a PS3 soon, I cant wait to play it on this TV.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Panasonic Viera ST50 Darkest blacks Panasonic Viera ST50 vs Vizio E3D Series |
 | 2 | LG LW9800 Supports ISFccc LG LW9800 vs Vizio E3D Series |
 | 3 | Philips 3000 Series Uses least power Philips 3000 Series vs Vizio E3D Series |
 | 4 | Samsung 5300 Series 5-way tie: Has Wi-Fi Samsung 5300 Series vs Vizio E3D Series |
 | 5 | Toshiba TL515 Highest contrast ratio Toshiba TL515 vs Vizio E3D Series |
 | 6 | Sony BRAVIA EX520 Series 3-way tie: Supports Skype Sony BRAVIA EX520 Series vs Vizio E3D Series |
 | 7 | Philips 7000 Series 2-way tie: OK component A/V inputs Philips 7000 Series vs Vizio E3D Series |
 | 8 | LG LV2400 4-way tie: More D-Sub inputs LG LV2400 vs Vizio E3D Series |
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