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Sony's ZH8 8K HDR Full Array LED TV becomes available to buy

23/05/2020

ZH8 offers breath-taking big screen 8K detail and immersive viewing experience with sound matching action on screen

Sony has revealed the availability window for its ZH8 8K HDR Full Array LED TV, which is expected to go on sale in Europe early June. Bringing together Sony's finest developments in picture quality and sound delivery alongside enhanced user experience, the ZH8 makes a compelling proposition for film entertainment lovers and gamers alike.

By utilising Sony's best-in-class Picture Processor X1 Ultimate, clear and precise picture quality is achieved for a highly realistic viewing experience. Even images filmed in 4K and 2K are upscaled close to 8K by 8K X-Reality PRO using a unique 8K database. Resolution of each subject is then optimised by Object-based Super Resolution to reproduce virtually real-world textures.

The ZH8 TVs incorporate Sony's premium Full Array Local Dimming and Boosting technology. This 8K TV precisely balances light output across the screen to ensure scenes are full of breath-taking contrast. With zones of LEDs lit independently, Full Array LED provides more realistic contrast by making light areas lighter and dark areas darker. Contrast is further enhanced by 8K X-tended Dynamic Range PRO, which adjusts brightness for higher peaks in glare and deeper blacks in shadow.

The ZH8 8K HDR Full Array LED TV comes equipped with Sony's signature Acoustic Multi-Audio , which includes a vibrating frame tweeter - a speaker that enables sound to follow the action for a truly immersive experience. Independent amps are controlled separately to precisely manage sound positioning of this speaker in high tone areas, enhancing sound pressure and stability for more realism. Combined with its minimalist one slate design and thin bezel, the ZH8 TV allows total immersion in entertainment without distraction.

For the upcoming next generation gaming consoles, the ZH8 series TVs will support 8K 60fps as well as 4K 120fps high frame rate and fast response time via HDMI inputs to deliver their maximum performance for a cutting-edge gaming experience.

The new ZH8 TVs continue to deliver the creator's intent with Netflix Calibrated Mode. This mode was specially developed to enjoy Netflix originals and reproduce the same picture quality on a TV as on a studio evaluation master. With Netflix Calibrated Mode, the creators vision and intent is faithfully preserved. Further, the ZH8 is an IMAX Enhanced product, ready to meet high-quality colour, contrast, clarity and sound, allowing to enjoy a fully immersive at-home entertainment experience that takes full advantage of IMAX Enhanced content.

Sony's ZH8 8K HDR Full Array TVs feature Ambient Optimization, a new technology that optimises picture and sound quality in any customer environment. It will automatically adjust the picture brightness to the ambient light in the room, boosting the brightness in bright rooms and reducing in dark rooms for the perfect view. It even detects objects in the room, such as curtains and furniture that can absorb or reflect sound, fine-tuning the acoustics so your sound isn't compromised.

The ZH8 line-up features Android TV with the Google Assistant[1], Google Play Store and Chromecast built-in, which offers users easy access to content, services and devices via its extensive platform. Sony's original user interface menus and voice controls are also enhanced for better daily use. With the Google Assistant[2] and Amazon Alexa[3] enabled devices, you may cast and control videos from YouTube with Google Home or change the channel or volume with Amazon Alexa enabled devices. Apple AirPlay 2 users can stream movies, music, games and photos to their television right from their iPhone , iPad or Mac . The Apple HomeKit technology provides an easy, secure way for users to control their television from their iPhone , iPad or Mac [4].

Pricing and availability

The ZH8 8K HDR Full Array LED TVs will go on sale in Europe at the beginning of June. For price information, please check your local Sony site at www.sony.eu.

Sony ZH8 8K HDR Full Array LED TV: Key features

Screen sizes: 85 and 75

Delivers Sony's super high 8K contrast and lifelike picture quality to more users

Picture Processor X1 Ultimate and 8K X-Reality PRO; pictures are sharpened and refined in real time, and images are upscaled closer to true 8K quality using Sony's exclusive 8K database

New Frame Tweeter technology offers immersive experience through enhanced picture quality, slim design and Sound-from-Picture Reality

Offers a new backlit remote so customers can enjoy their viewing experience in darker environments

Two-position stand allows customers to position the TV on smaller cabinets

New Ambient Optimization optimises picture and sound quality in any customer environment. It will automatically adjust the picture brightness to the ambient light in the room, boosting the brightness in bright rooms and reducing in dark rooms for the perfect view

TRILUMINOS Display reproduces the subtle nuances of colour, light and gradation from video lens to living room

Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos compatible

Features hands-free capabilities

Works with Smart Speakers, including Google Home and Amazon Alexa enabled devices

Easy connectivity to most devices, including Apple AirPlay 2, HomeKit

8K 60fps and 4K 120fps compatible

Quick access to an array of content and services with Android TV

Netflix Calibrated Mode ensures cinematic fidelity for the viewing experience on Netflix. Developed by Sony picture quality engineers in collaboration with Netflix colour scientists, Netflix Calibrated Mode delivers picture quality approaching that of a master monitor used for standard reference in motion picture production studios.

An IMAX Enhanced product, ready to meet high-quality colour, contrast,
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