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    Sony SZ120 and SZ160 - differences?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by cy007, Mar 4, 2006.

  1. cy007

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    Apart from the carbon fibre casing of the SZ160 as opposed to magnesium of the SZ120, what are the differences between the two models? I've been hearing that the SZ160 has a far superior screen. Is this true or just a rumour? I'm thinking of getting a VAIO SZ next month so it'll be nice to know.
     
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  2. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Look through old posts, this has been discussed in detail, but yes, the LED display is brighter and razor thin.
     
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    All of these Sz's are nice but I absolutely love this SZ160. Gets better every second I use it. Any one you choose I doubt you can go wrong.
     
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    The SZ160 premium model has a definitely better screen and lighter. It has the carbon fiber casing. I have read a review on the SZ120 from MSN search where they reported the SZ120 was causing electrical zap to the user. I am not sure if the SZ160 will do the same thing. I will go to Fry's electronic the next time with slippers and try it on with barefoot to see if it really does that. If it is true it could be electrical hazard.
     
    Goseecal61, Mar 17, 2006
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    Aero PC/Mac...Whatever works! NBR Reviewer

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    lol not really a zap just a tingle or something alike, read http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=45008 for more information.
     
    Aero, Mar 18, 2006
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