Sony Direct View TVs (CRT)

The Bottom Line: While it doesn't deliver all the detail of its larger brethren, this 32-inch set makes a great stepping-stone to high-def.

Specs: CRT TV, 32 in, 4:3

The Bottom Line: This is the reference standard for picture quality among direct-view HDTVs and happens to be a great value.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 16:9

The Bottom Line: Sony's KV-30HS420 entry-level 30-inch wide-screen HDTV delivers a lot of bang for your buck.

Specs: CRT TV, 30 in, 16:9

The Bottom Line: This set is the new standard against which all other direct-view HDTVs will be measured.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 1080i, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: One of the top-performing 34-inch, direct-view HDTVs gets a different name and a lower price.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 1080i, 16:9, Silver

The Bottom Line: A state-of-the-art analog set with a complete performance package and a sticker price to match.

Specs: CRT TV, 36 in, 4:3, Silver

The Bottom Line: This set is a major improvement over earlier Sony 34-inch models in terms of both performance and price.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 16:9, Silver

The Bottom Line: There are cheaper sets, and there are 16:9 sets, but among 4:3 direct-view HDTVs, this 32-incher sets a high standard.

Specs: CRT TV, 32 in, 4:3, Gray

The Bottom Line: This TV has the features that you want at this size, but it's an underachiever because of poor factory setup.

Specs: CRT TV, 24 in, 4:3, Silver

The Bottom Line: The KV-FV300 has a complete performance package for audio and video, and its image quality is unmatched at this size.

Specs: CRT TV, 24 in, 4:3, Silver