Reviews for 42" LCD TV, 42" LCD HDTV

"It works for sure, but should be turned off for film based and TV content...Picture quality is double-weighted in the Overall Rating Score calculation...This shot of Tom Cruise in Risky Business shows a good contrast presentation from this rough 480i DVD..." read more »

"Excellent color accuracy...Very energy-efficient...Stylish frame design....Some picture details too bright or dark...Decreased detail with 1080i video sources....JVC's 42-inch LT-42J300 ($1,099.95 list) LCD HDTV boasts high energy efficiency and improved contrast and color accuracy over previous JVC LCDs we've seen?and it's competitively priced...JVC's attractive and energy-efficient LT-42J300 42-inch LCD HDTV offers significant picture quality improvements..." read more »

"So the LG 42LH40 is what I bought...This being my first HDTV, I didn't want to make a bad choice...I would highly recommend the Geek Squad calibration of any set..." read more »

"The Toshiba REGZA ZV650 series of LCD televisions are a mixed bag of interesting specifications and ponderous features that require a careful examination...The ZV650 series consists of three models, the 42-inch 42ZV650U, the 47-inch 47ZV650U, and the 52-inch 52-ZV650U...Apart from the differences in size, the ZV650 models all have the same basic feature-set...If you're concerned about your monthly electric bill, the ZV650 televisions shouldn't have a significant impact on your usage...All in all, the ZV650 series isn't the most exciting line of new televisions to debut in 2009..." read more »

"I have friends with Samsung and Sony TV and we all agree this unit has the best picture...It is also great for using as a monitor and for games...I guess Haier let their product do the talking instead of running commercials..." read more »

"The LT-42P300 is the 42-inch model of JVC's updated lineup of LCD HDTVs with an integrated iPod/iPhone dock...The LT-42P300 is available for a suggested retail price of $1150, but can be found for significantly less if you shop around...In addition to the iPod/iPhone dock the LT-42P300 sports 3 HDMI ports, optical audio output and a reasonable selection of additional ports...We like that the LT-42P300 supports a full 1080p resolution, so it can handle the highest quality HD content...The JVC LT-42P300's remote is large, ungainly and not particularly attractive...The LT-42P300's motion performance was unimpressive..." read more »

"Both the SL80 and SL90 series feature a single edge-to-edge panel of glass over an ultra-slim bezel creating a seamless, sophisticated look that turns heads whether the TV is on or off...With the SL80 and SL90, LG has combined the best of design and display technology – transforming the home entertainment experience from something ordinary into something better...As with all of LG’s 2009 HDTVs, the SL80 features Smart Energy Savings technology..." read more »

"With no interactive features to speak of in LG’s 42LH90, Samsung’s LUXIA UN55B9000 seems to surpass LG’s set...LG 42LH90 shares the same features and performance as all models in LH90 LG LCD HDTV series...When it comes to color accuracy, the 42LH90 definitively beats out Samsung’s B7000...And the 42LH90 has no issues with 2:3 pull-down as well..." read more »

"Accurate color; extensive picture controls including unique Picture Wizard; adequate connectivity with three HDMI and one PC input; energy-efficient....Reproduces relatively light black levels; below-average uniformity and off-angle viewing; no S-Video...The 2009 entry-level LH30 series of LCD TVs re-establishes LG as the king of picture controls...If you're looking for relief from the scads of identical-looking glossy-black HDTVs out there, don't look to the..." read more »

"Reasonably priced...Poorly designed remote No quick menu...The Sharp LC-42D85U delivers a good picture and very good sound, but little about this HDTV stands out...Though the images that the Sharp LC-42D85U puts up on its screen aren't spectacular, they're more than acceptable......" read more »