CNET recently took a look at the Vizio VO32LF, a 32-inch 1080p LCD. They assigned it an overall score of 7.0 out of 10 (or 3.5 out of 5 stars).
One of the stronger aspects of the VO32LF was accurate color reproduction, which has always been a standout aspect of Vizio LCDs. CNET called the color reproduction the “best we’ve seen in its class.” They also liked the set’s accurate grayscale, complete set of picture controls, and generous amount of connections, including three HDMI and one PC input. They also found black levels to be acceptable, stating the set’s “black was fine for a smaller display.”
The set had some problems with screen uniformity and off-angle viewing, but CNET said these problems “don’t spoil an otherwise solid picture.” Comparing the VO32LF’s black levels to similar 32-inch Sony and Panasonic LCDs, they found the Vizio’s blacks to be a bit brighter, but pointed out “the differences were relatively minor.”
CNET also pointed out that having a 1080p picture doesn’t matter much with a set this size. Practically all new HDTVs are shipping with 1080p these days regardless of size, but consumers shouldn’t weigh 1080p too heavily in their decision-making process.
Specifications of the Vizio VO32LF
32-inch screen
1080p
16.7 million colors
1300:1 contrast ratio
480cd/m2 brightness
4 HDMI inputs
1 VGA input
2 component inputs
1 composite input
1 S-Video input
1 TOSLINK output
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CNET’s review of the Vizio V032LF