[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Vizio 58" V-Series, model V585-H1 is a visually immersive experience. Esthethically, the thin bezel in the graphite gray and brushed metal finish is pleasing to the eye.
Like most modern flat panels, the TV is lightweight, yet with substance to it. That is, it does not have a cheap feel to it despite its light weight. One thing that posed a temporary issue was the VESA screw spacing. I replaced a 50" Vizio with this model. The previous model had a 100 mm screw pattern. This model had a 300 mm x 200 mm spacing. Fortunately I was able to order an adaptor plate from a well known online company, and received it the next day. Installing it on a wall mount required 3 people to maneuver it (2 to lift and hold, 1 to line up and install the screws). If you have a wall mount with a plate designed with the 300 mm x 200 mm spacing and keyhole style screw holes, it is likely it would only require 2 people to lift and mount it.
The built in apps is pretty typical of smart TV's.
And now to the picture: WOW! My initial evaluation involved watching the movie Gemini Man. I didn't choose that movie for the reason that proved to be the outstanding feature of this TV. It has color accuracy that has you saying 'that's what it looks like in real life!'. The skin complexion was reproduced in a way that was clearly accurate. The high definition allowed you to see pores and whiskers on the star of the movie. But what was a real attention getter was when the villain first pursued the hero in Cartegena, Columbia. The yellow buildings contrasting against the vintage colored cars had me mesmerized. My wife was equally impressed.
Next, I watched a BBC nature show on the native Netflix app. The program opened with a multi-colored kingfisher plunging into still water to capture a fish. It was done in super slow-mo with a high definition camera. You could see the colors of the bird's plumage being reflected in the droplets of water that were hurled upwards as the kingfisher broke the surface of the water. It was a breathtaking image.
For a suggested retail price of $349.99 you get a lot of TV. I have always purchased Vizio TV's (6 of them now) because of the outstanding value, and because straight out of the box, they have a beautiful picture. I once purchased another major brand, a company well known for their optical products, and was very disappointed. I took it back and bought another Vizio. Vizio may not have the type of name recognition of other companies, but I don't make large purchases based on brand names. I look for value, features, and usability. This TV fits the bill. With the holidays coming up, this would make a wonderful gift without dropping a load of cash.
