Xperia z1 description. Mobile phone Sony Xperia Z1

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Many will agree that the previous flagship, in many respects, was inferior to competitors like and. Xperia Z1 - a kind of work on the bugs. Sony specialists took into account all the nuances that spoiled the impression of the Xperia Z and deprived new smartphone shortcomings. In any case, this is the official opinion of the company. Is it really?

We have already got acquainted with the Xperia Z1. It happened at the IFA 2013 in Berlin, and were extremely positive. Well, now it's time to talk about this new product in more detail, especially since official Russian sales have recently started.

Specifications, equipment

The new flagship is only slightly larger than the previous one, but at the same time heavier by 24 grams. Even more striking are the differences in mass with the current Samsung flagship- as much as 40 grams. The difference in weight is easy to explain: powerful processor- more capacious battery. Well, the plastic Samsung Galaxy S4 is not worth taking into account at all. Compare dimensions rather should be with metal HTC One, which weighs 143 grams.

The Xperia Z1 comes with a wired headset, Charger, USB cable, warranty card and paper documentation.

Design, ergonomics

The new flagship is made in the vein of the Xperia series, but has a few unique features. The fact that the smartphone is more massive than its predecessor is noticeable at the very first sight. This is facilitated by the execution of the body and its materials. The Xperia Z used a combination of glass surfaces and plastic ends. In Z1, the ends are made of aluminum - stylish, durable, modern and tasteful. But the most important thing is that it has become more convenient to hold it in your hand, the corners of the case are not so sharp - the palms are more pleasant, and now it is not so easy to drop it.

The end caps are also made of aluminium. Sony flagship still waterproof and dustproof. The Z1 is even better protected than its predecessor: if it was certified to IP55 and IP57, then new flagship complies with IP55 and IP58. This means that he can easily spend half an hour at a depth of more than one and a half meters. But the main thing is that you can fully photograph and shoot video underwater. There is also a camera shutter key for this, but the screen sensor does not work underwater.

There are three color options - black, white and purple. Only in the white version, the aluminum frame is unpainted, in the rest it is shaded with a paint that retains a metallic sheen. Everything is in its place and fits perfectly. In short, the Xperia Z1 is definitely prettier than its predecessor.

The case is non-separable, and all ports, connectors, slots and other controls are on a metal frame. On the right side is a slot for micro-SIM, hidden under a long cover. In the middle - the usual round button nutrition, exactly under the thumb. Just below it is a two-position volume rocker. At the very bottom is the camera shutter key. Recall that it was not in the Xperia Z.

On the top left side there is a slot for microSD cards, it is about the same as the slot for a SIM card. A little lower, under exactly the same cover, the MHL port is hidden. This size standard is fully compatible with micro-USB, but combines USB capabilities and HDMI. Using a special cable, you can connect your smartphone to big screen and use it as a media center or information source for a presentation. Under the cover is not hidden located in the middle of the connector for the docking station. However, if he had to be released every time, then there would be no point in it.

At the top end there is a 3.5mm headset jack. After immersion, you will have to shake out the water from it, but this absolutely does not affect the performance of the smartphone. Sony recommends that you do not use the headset for two hours after diving, as the connector can push residual moisture into the case and this can already affect the performance of the port (at least) and the smartphone as a whole (in the worst case).

There are no other functional elements on the upper end. At the bottom is a speaker that sounds louder and clearer than the one used in the Xperia Z. We can not fail to note the good location: when you hold the smartphone in your hand, the speaker does not close, the sound is not muffled.

The front panel is covered on the outside with a special Asahi Dragontrail glass that protects against scratches and bumps. If you look at the smartphone from the front, then the aluminum edging protrudes slightly from all sides. In addition to the screen on the front panel, there is a front camera and a small Sony logo. All this is located above the screen, and there are no functional elements below it. The role of soft keys is performed by a virtual strip at the bottom of the screen, which changes orientation at the behest of the accelerometer.

The back panel is protected by exactly the same glass. In the middle is the Sony logo, round and prominent. At the top there is an inconspicuous NFC logo: already now such devices can be used for contactless payments, as well as for quick connection with smartographs, with portable acoustics etc. Below is a rather modest and familiar Xperia logo. And, of course, on the back panel, on the left upper corner, the camera is located.

The ergonomics of the smartphone is very pleasing. The one-piece aluminum frame feels good in the hand, and the aluminum connector caps are much stronger than the plastic ones. The power button is located so that it is convenient to use thumb. You can recall many other points: a responsive screen sensor, a good combination of the camera shutter key and quick launch of the latter, and so on. A little embarrassing weight, yet the device is heavy. But there's nothing to be done, it is inconvenient to carry it in a trouser pocket, and it won't fit in a shirt pocket at all. You have to pay for functionality with something other than money. But Sony specialists tried to make everything so that we experienced as little inconvenience as possible due to the large size.

Screen, built-in camera

Sony still equips its smartphones with TFT screens. And the Xperia Z1 is no exception. Such screens have a number of problems, such as small vertical viewing angles. Additional tricks help to change the situation for the better. But it’s better, of course, to switch to IPS matrices, as was done in the Xperia Z Ultra smartsheet.

The 5-inch Full HD display of the Sony Xperia Z1 is complemented by proprietary Triluminos and X-Reality Engine enhancements. The first is a tricky backlight system, thanks to which the color gamut of the screen expands a little. Second - software system, which automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast of photos and videos to present them at their best.

In fact, not everything is as wonderful as it could be. The screen of the Xperia Z1 is better than that of the Xperia Z, that's a fact. But the difference between them is not as striking as we would like. In general, Sony is on the right track, but there is still room for improvement. By the way, according to the latest rumors, in the future Sony will switch to IGZO screens, at least in expensive models.

But the smartphone camera is really magical. It is worth making a reservation: most smartphone manufacturers now equip their flagships with Exmor RS back-illuminated CMOS sensors. Samsung Galaxy S4 and, of course, Sony Xperia Z are equipped with such sensors. True, in both cases these are 13-megapixel solutions of a standard telephone size.

However, Xperia Z1 got a 20.7-megapixel camera with an oversized sensor (1 / 2.3 inches), created specifically for this smartphone. This allows the matrix to receive much more light - resulting in less noise, especially in low light conditions. By comparison, the Xperia Z has a 1/3.06-inch sensor. It is worth saying that in terms of increasing the physical dimensions of the matrix, Sony was neither the first nor the best: working under Windows control phone 8 camera phone Nokia Lumia The 1020 is equipped with a monster 41-megapixel 1/1.5-inch sensor. However, in terms of balance, the Xperia Z1 is perfect. The sensor is quite large, but without extremes. The resolution is sufficient, even with a margin.

The camera is equipped with high-quality wide-angle G Lens optics of its own design with an aperture of f / 2.0.

You can shoot at the maximum resolution (5248 x 3936 pixels, or 20.66 megapixels) only in manual mode. In automatic, the maximum photo resolution is 8 megapixels. Pictures are very high quality by smartphone standards in any light, but the difference in quality with the Xperia Z is especially noticeable in low light. Let's give some examples.

Some software additions for the camera remained unchanged, but there are new things. For example, the AR Effect application, which allows you to apply various augmented reality effects to the image from the camera. Of course, this is pampering, but it looks very funny. Children will be especially pleased.

But the Info-Eye system is much more useful: it recognizes objects captured by the camera and searches in several categories.

Video is recorded in 1920x1080 resolution at 30 frames per second. The quality is very good, in confirmation - a test video.

Digital Image Stabilization works great, but turning it on significantly reduces the angle of view when shooting video.

Performance, battery life

Qualcomm's Snapdragon 800 processor is one of the fastest mobile chips on the market. Four Krait 400 cores clocked at 2.2 GHz and Adreno 330 graphics are the most advanced performance among all ARM processors. In any case, this is what all the tests are talking about: all competitors are left behind, including the vaunted eight-core samsung processor Exynos Octa in the Galaxy S4 and Note 3, which actually uses a bunch of two processors of different performance.

Sony has already tested this hardware on the Xperia Z Ultra, so the solution is proven. Together with 2 GB of RAM Snapdragon processor 800 is able to provide a perfectly smooth interface and applications, even at such a high resolution.

Sony continues to delight fans of the brand with devices with an attractive design in a secure case, while not forgetting to equip them with the latest technology. One of these devices is the Sony Xperia Z1, assembled in a dust- and waterproof case with a 5-inch Full HD display, a 20.7 MP camera, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 hardware platform, a 3000 mAh battery and running on operating system Android 4.3.

Contents of delivery

The smartphone comes in a small cardboard box on the front of which shows the device inside, and on the opposite side - three possible body colors and main technical characteristics.

Included with the smartphone you will find in-ear headphones with additional ear pads, a 2A AC adapter, a USB cable and related documentation.

Design and ergonomics

The design of the smartphone resembles its predecessor, the Sony Xperia Z. On the front and back sides there is mineral glass, on which, as usual, films are glued, so you can only feel all the charms of glass only visually or by peeling off those same films. The frame is cast from a single piece of aluminum, which gives the body strength. All connectors, with the exception of 3.5 mm, are covered with aluminum plugs. They are needed so that dust and moisture do not get inside, which, in turn, provides the case with protection corresponding to the IP55 / 58 standard. At the top of the front panel there are: the name of the manufacturer, above it there is a slot for the earpiece with an event indicator inscribed in it, to the right of it is the camera lens, to the left - the proximity sensor and the light sensor. In the off state, the borders of the display are almost invisible. There is nothing below the display. The control keys are placed on the screen.

The aluminum frame houses the mechanical controls and connectors. On the left side is a slot for memory cards, USB and an uncovered connector for connecting to a docking station. On the opposite side is a microSIM slot, a protruding round metal power/lock key, a dual volume rocker, a two-position camera button, and a strap eyelet. It is convenient to work with the keys, the only drawback is that the power and volume keys are too close. The camera button has a soft stroke, but you need to apply a certain amount of force to fully press it, which eliminates accidental pressing. It takes one to two seconds to launch the camera when the screen is locked.

At the ends of the case, you can see a speaker, a microphone (on the bottom), and a headphone jack (on the top).

The back side without protruding elements, with a small recess in the camera area. There is a flash under the lens, to the right of it are the characteristics of the matrix. A little closer to the center of the case, you can see the NFC icon indicating the location of the module, in the center - the name of the manufacturer, and at the bottom - the inscription XPERIA. At the very top, on the opposite side of the speaker, is the second microphone.

The case of the smartphone is not disassembled. The build quality is high, the device gives the impression of an expensive thing. All controls and connectors are conveniently located and do their job well.

Operating system and shell

Smartphone running on operating room Android system 4.3 (Jelly Bean) and has its own shell - Xperia UX. The shell from Sony is very responsive, the animation is smooth. During the time spent in the company with Z1, we have never encountered a slowdown in the interface. It affects both the powerful hardware stuffing and the high-quality shell.

The lock screen has standard features. You can add widgets to it, go to the camera, control panel or desktop. There are no quick launch shortcuts from the lock screen.

The desktop contains up to 7 windows, on which widgets and shortcuts can be located. To edit the number of windows or add any elements to them, as well as change the background or theme, use the pinch gesture or hold on the free space of the desktop.

Folders are created by dragging shortcuts on top of each other, including folders can be created in the bottom panel, where there is a shortcut to go to the list installed applications. You can use the circles at the top of the screen to quickly navigate between windows. The application list also supports a quick transition between windows, and clicking on the leftmost icon or scrolling to this window displays an additional menu that includes a search, various sorting options and shortcuts to launch Google Play or Sony Select. In our opinion, such a solution not only has a pleasant appearance, but also the most functional. The only thing missing from the Xperia UX is the ability to hide apps.

Among installed programs- Wisepilot, OfficeSuite, Pixlr Express, Evernote, File Commander, Opera Mini and McAfee Security. Not a bad set, given that for some of them, users of other smartphones will have to pay a tidy sum. The notification panel contains not only notifications, but also icons for managing smartphone functions. This list is configured in the "Personalization" menu. Here you can change the background screensaver and theme. In general, the settings menu in the Xperia UX shell looks the same as in most Android smartphones, only the icons have their own design.

Were not forgotten by the manufacturer and mini-applications. They got the name mini because they do not work on the whole screen, but only on part of it, while the user can adjust their size and location. There is something similar in the Optimus UI shell from LG, only the degree of transparency of applications is also regulated there. But Xperia UX the number of mini-applications is not limited to pre-installed, and can be supplemented with new ones from the Google Play app store. From there, you can download the application to watch the video.

Hardware platform

The Sony Xperia Z1 received a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 hardware platform, with four Krait 400 processor cores running at 2.15 GHz, an Adreno 330 video core, as well as 2 GB of RAM, 16 GB of internal memory, a memory card slot and support for USB drives.

The smartphone supports all popular video codecs, but cannot play AC3 audio tracks. 4K video plays without hesitation. The player can work in the background, and if necessary, as we already wrote, in a separate window. The volume of the sound in the speaker is medium, its level can be slightly increased by turning on the xLOUD function. Also in the settings you can adjust the sound for yourself. In general, there are no complaints about the sound quality and the capabilities of the player, most users will be satisfied.

Video file playback

The features of the Walkman music player are even wider, the sound quality and volume are above average.

The performance of the Sony Xperia Z1 in benchmarks is at the level of analogues, that is, the user can count on comfortable work with any applications and games available today.

The speed of searching for satellites is just under 30 seconds with a cold start and about 5 seconds with a re-determination. The data transfer rate in the Wi-Fi network is high, the smartphone supports the AC standard.

The speaker volume is enough for most situations, including when communicating in noisy places. During testing, we did not encounter communication problems. The autonomy of the novelty on good level, in some ways better than other models on the Snapdragon 800, in some ways worse. The smartphone is powered by a 3000 mAh battery and has several modes to save battery. The average battery life of the Sony Xperia Z1 was two days. In Antutu Tester, the smartphone scored 500 points, lasting 2 hours and 47 minutes. In GFXBench - 1360 points or 208 minutes.

The % value displays how much the battery is discharged in 2 hours of testing. In mode reading all wireless communications are disabled, including data transfer to mobile network, and the display brightness is set to 50%. When listening music automatic data synchronization, data transfer worked. Headphone volume at 12 out of 15 possible levels (for WP-smartphones, 24 out of 30). All music files in MP3 format, bitrate 320 Kbps. Navigation includes routing in google app Navigation (for WP-smartphones – Nokia HERE). The brightness is set to 50%, all communication communication modules are disabled. The first value was obtained in the standard mode of operation, the second - when automatic synchronization was disabled, the last - when switching from automatic network type selection to forced operation in a 2G network. When playing video data transfer is active in the mobile network, the display brightness is set to 50%, the sound volume in the headphones is at level 12 out of a possible 15. Video file format MKV, resolution 1024x432 pixels, frame rate 24. Video playback from Youtube accompanied not only by work in WiFi networks, but also active data transfer. Display brightness set to 50%, headphone volume set to 12 out of 15 possible levels (for WP smartphones, 24 out of 30).

Display

The smartphone received a 5-inch TFT-matrix with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels and Triluminos technology. The manufacturer does not indicate what type of matrix is ​​used in the device, judging by the subpixels, this is MVA. The display brightness is adjustable from 30 cd/m2 to 397 cd/m2. Automatic adjustment works correctly and quickly.

The color gamut of the display is slightly wider than the sRGB value, the color temperature is close to 6500K, but the gamma curve values ​​​​are poor, which indicates strongly overexposed midtones. But the most serious drawback of the matrix lies in the modest viewing angles. Sony is the only manufacturer that continues to equip expensive smartphones with such mediocre matrices.

cameras

The Sony Xperia Z1 is the company's first smartphone to feature a 20.7-megapixel primary camera module. The resolution of the front camera is 2 megapixels. The launch and shooting speed is one of the highest among modern devices. The camera instantly focuses on objects. In the settings there are many special shooting modes and the ability to download additional ones. In manual mode, the user can select the resolution, including the maximum resolution of 20 MP (the maximum resolution is available only in the “Manual” mode), ISO, and enable software image stabilization.

The video settings are a little more modest, but also very wide. The maximum video resolution is 1920x1080 pixels at 30 frames per second. The quality of photos and videos is average, the main problem with pictures is blurry edges of frames, while videos are spoiled by problems with sound.

Examples of camera operation on Android firmware 4.2

Examples of camera operation on Android 4.3 firmware

Video review of the smartphone Sony Xperia Z1

Results

Sony Smartphone The Xperia Z1 is a device with good battery life, a high-quality casing, a smooth interface with extensive personalization options, but far from the best display and a very average camera.

Liked
+ Build Quality
+ Hardware platform
+ Enclosure with IP58 degree of protection
+ Smooth interface with extensive personalization options
+ Autonomy
+ Performance

Did not like
– Low viewing angles of the display
– Camera operation

		144.4×73.9×8.5
Weight, g	169
Protection against dust and moisture	IP58
Accumulator battery	Li-Ion, 3000 mAh
	talk - up to 13h50m/15h (2G/3G), standby - up to 880/850h (2G/3G), audio - up to 110h
Diagonal, inches	5
Permission	1920×1080
Matrix type	TFT
PPI	441
Brightness sensor	+
Touch screen (type)	touch (capacitive)
Other
CPU
Kernel type	Krait 400
Number of Cores	4
Frequency, GHz	2,3
RAM, MB	2048
Built-in memory, GB	16
Expansion slot	microSD (up to 64 GB)
Main camera, MP	20,7
autofocus	+
Video filming	1920x1080 pixels, 30 ks
Flash	LED
Front camera, MP	2
Other	Sony Exmor RS sensor, touch focus, face detection, image stabilization, HDR, sweep panorama
WiFi
Bluetooth	4.0 (A2DP)
GPS	+
IrDA	–
NFC	+
interface connector	USB 2.0 (micro USB, MHL)
Audio jack	3.5mm
MP3 player	+
FM radio	+
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Pros: Build Quality, Hardware Platform, IP58 Enclosure, Smooth Interface with High Customization Options, Autonomy, Performance

The flagship smartphone Sony xperia z1, at one time became a very noticeable novelty in the smartphone market, which gained considerable popularity around the world. This device has quite a lot of different advantages and strengths, which makes it a very good acquisition and a very convenient device. If you want to know more about the sony xperia z1 smartphone, the review that you read below can help you with this.

It should be noted that the delivery package for this model is very modest, in most cases, almost all xperia devices do not have anything in the standard set except for a cable and a power supply. The Sony company primarily explains this policy by saving, according to the main developers, the user is able to independently purchase all the necessary accessories for the smartphone. That is, you will have to buy a case for sony xperia z1, headphones and much more on your own.

Many believe that such a policy is not entirely true. The thing is that some users just buy smartphones, because you can find a large number of various interesting things in the kit. Of course, this is not the main reason, however, for many people this is a very, very nice bonus. It should also be noted that xperia has a rather high price, but of course the company knows better how to conduct a commercial policy, besides, we cannot know all the details of the production process in this corporation, perhaps there are reasons for such a modest configuration.

Design

The sony xperia z1 phone is similar in design to all others and has a number of features that are specific to this particular model. The first thing that catches the eye is the massiveness of this development, in this parameter it clearly outperformed its predecessor. Probably, the reason for the massiveness of this version was the use of special materials, as well as a special case design.

In sony xperia z1, the ends are made of aluminum, which looks very good and very stylish. This device is very comfortable to hold in your hands, as the corners are not as sharp as in some previous versions.

In addition to the ends, the end caps are also made of aluminum. boasts dust and water resistance, and the device is able to spend as much as half an hour at a depth of 1.5 meters, which is a very good indicator for modern smartphones and many other devices. But this is not its main plus in this regard, the smartphone is able to calmly take pictures underwater, as well as shoot video. In order to take pictures underwater, there are special camera shutter keys, however, the touch screen does not work underwater.

As for the color options of the smartphone, there are three of them: white, black and purple. Therefore, everyone can choose the most suitable option for themselves.

The device has a non-separable body, all ports and other elements of the board are on a metal frame.

Display

Typically, smartphones from Sony are distinguished by very high-quality displays, this model is no exception and offers its users a very good image quality. The screen size is 5 inches, its resolution is 1920x1080 pixels. Despite the fact that the screen can be considered very successful in this model, nevertheless, there are some nuances that slightly spoil the impression of it.

One of the main disadvantages of the screen is not the best and most comfortable viewing angles. Indeed, the viewing angles are very small, so in the event of even the slightest deviation of the screen, the picture begins to fade, which is not very pleasant. Nevertheless, the Sony xperia z1 compact display itself still has good quality, it is almost impossible to notice graininess on it, the pixel density is 440 ppi. It is also worth noting the very good responsiveness of the screen, the sony xperia z1 display reacts even to the most inconspicuous and light touches.

The smartphone allows you to adjust the brightness, both in automatic and in manual modes . Another plus is the support for the special Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 technology, which gives the picture a richer look.

Performance

The device uses a quad-core Krait processor, clock frequency which is 1700 MHz. One of the most modern developments in this direction, Adreno 320, is responsible for the graphics. Such good characteristics of the sony xperia z1 ensure smooth operation of this device. The amount of built-in memory is 16 GB, and RAM is 2 GB.

By hardware performance this device ahead of many of its competitors and shows one of the best performance at the moment. Moreover, it bypasses even many Samsung devices in this parameter, which is considered one of the leaders in this direction.

Battery

In many modern smartphones, the battery is one of the weakest months. Since in order to support such a large number of functions and capabilities that modern smartphones have, a lot of energy should be spent. In this regard, the Sony xperia z1 is doing quite well. The high-quality Sony xperia z1 battery, whose capacity is 2330 mAh, in addition to working well, also has a power saving mode called Stamina. Stamina allows you to save energy very well, it does this by closing all background processes. For example, if the smartphone screen turns off, all background processes are automatically terminated. In the same case, if the screen, on the contrary, turns on, background processes are immediately launched.

Such a very progressive approach to saving energy allows you to significantly increase the operating time of the device without recharging, which is an undoubted advantage of this model. If you use the device in reading mode with a brightness of 50%, then it can work for about 10 hours. If you use it in HQ video mode and with Wi-Fi turned on, its duration will be 6 hours, if you play games at maximum settings, the smartphone will last 2-3 hours.

cameras

The device has two cameras - main and front. The front camera has a small resolution, which is 2 megapixels, it is capable of taking pictures with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels.

As for the main camera of the device, it is one of the main features of this smartphone. The main camera in its work uses a BIONZ processor, as well as an Exmor RS CMOS sensor. The tasks of the processor include processing photos, reducing noise during shooting, and much more. The resolution of the main camera is 20.7 megapixels, which is a very good indicator for modern smartphones.

The pictures taken with this smartphone are really very good, almost professional quality in some cases. The camera works very well in both sunny and cloudy weather. Also, the camera has a number of very useful and interesting shooting modes. Among these modes, one can note the augmented reality mode, the essence of which is that in the process of shooting, various additional objects will adjust to the picture. For example, you can add a butterfly to the picture, which will fly after the person being photographed. In addition to the butterfly, sony xperia z1 c6903 allows you to use many other objects and effects, such as: dinosaur, masquerade, immersion and some others.

Software

Sony xperia z1 compact is running Android version 4.2.2 using branded shell from Sony. There is no wrangling about the operation of the interface, all the effects used in it flow as smoothly and beautifully as possible.

The camera is very fast and easy to launch right from the screen of the device, that is, for this, there is no need to use additional shortcuts to applications and everything else. Also, a smartphone user has the ability to change desktops, change themes, set desktop wallpapers and perform a large number of other various functions.

The video player that is preinstalled on the sony xperia z1 compact smartphone can handle most video and audio formats, including the AVI format, very easily. However, the MKV format can only play without sound.

If we draw conclusions about this model from all of the above, then we can say that the Sony xperia z1 compact d5503 smartphone has its own special style and minimalist design. In addition, the device boasts very good technical specifications and a good hardware stuffing, which makes it a very convenient and easy-to-use device.

A very important factor is the high performance of this model. According to these parameters, the Sony xperia z1 bypasses most of its competitors, and in some respects it demonstrates simply incredible performance. This smartphone is considered a very reliable development, however, in which case the Sony xperia z1 can be repaired, most likely, without any problems, since the model uses the most common components, which are not a problem to get.

Of the minuses, one can single out not the best viewing angles of the screen, as well as poor equipment. Perhaps a weak bundle is not a minus, since a case for a sony xperia z1 compact can always be bought for a very small amount.

This device is perfect for those people who want to have a powerful device with a good camera and additional features. If you want to know more about sony xperia z1, reviews on various websites and online stores can help you, so we recommend that you read them carefully.

Smartphone Sony xperia z1 review was last modified: May 4th, 2016 by MaximB

Flagship smartphones to which the model in question Sony Xperia Z1 and refers to, they usually demonstrate all the best that has been achieved by the manufacturer by the time the new product is released. The latest solutions implemented in the Xperia family were characterized by the presence of an "aristocratic" design, protection against moisture and dust, a convenient graphic shell and wide multimedia capabilities. In addition, they had excellent characteristics, acceptable price and high showiness, which was demonstrated by official photos. submitted overviewSony Xperia Z1 will show whether the model fits into this series, and also how it differs.

Features of the design style of the smartphone Sony Xperia Z1

At one time, the Xperia Z model was presented as the first smartphone in the brand new OmniBalance design style, and the device in question Sony Xperia Z1 develops this concept. The embodied somewhat angular body of the device seems to be monolithic, which not everyone can demonstrate. The front and back panels, made of glass with resistance to damage, in fact, form a single whole with a slightly rounded and convex side frame made of aluminum alloy.

Looking at Sony Xperia Z1 photo, immediately striking is the abundance of empty space on the front panel. The device offers three color options for the case: black, white, magenta. The device has grown in size (144 * 74 * 8.5 instead of 139 * 71 * 7.9), and has also become heavier with a mass of 170g versus 146g. In the hand, the smartphone does not slip so much and is held more confidently, which also demonstrates. On the front panel in its upper part there is a front camera lens, as well as light and distance sensors, an event / discharge indicator and a speaker. The rear panel has a 20-megapixel main camera lens, flash and an additional microphone. A 3.5mm headset jack is located on the upper structural end of the case. Moreover, in this model there is no plug, which increases the convenience of frequent listening to music in headphones. After immersion in water, it is strongly recommended to simply shake out the remains and do not use the headset for two hours.

At the bottom of the case Sony Xperia Z1 price which is listed below, there is a microphone with a speaker, and the location of the latter is extremely successful, since it is now quite difficult to close it accidentally. In the right edge, a protected microSIM slot, a lock / power button in the corporate style of a “metal rivet” are found, which would also look good on a tablet, a volume rocker, and a separate key for shooting, which was definitely not enough for its predecessor. The left side of the device is occupied by closed slots for SD and microUSB memory cards in combination with a charging dock connector. There are also holes for attaching a strap.

The constant closing/opening of the cover for the microUSB slot, for example, to connect to a computer equipped with , causes reasonable annoyance, however, Sony Xperia Z1 characteristics have to pay. The smartphone has official certification for compliance with standardization for protection against moisture and dust, which allows it to continue its functionality even after immersion for half an hour in fresh water within a depth of 1.5m.

Camera - implementation features

One of the main features of the smartphone, which overviewSony Xperia Z1 should pay attention, there is a 20.7-pixel integrated camera with a sensor (½.3 inches) called Exmor RS for mobile. This size of the matrix captures more light, and also reduces noise in low light conditions. In addition, in the chamber Sony Experia there is a manufacturer's proprietary technology called BIONZ for mobile for intelligent image processing, which functionally ensures photo clarity, fast work autofocus and help during video shooting in eliminating blur.

In addition to the standard settings installed by the software for the camera Sony Ixspiria There are several more interesting possibilities. For example, when the Timeshift burst mode is activated, the device will take 61 shots in just two seconds, which is clearly lacking in the model, from which you can later choose the best option. The Social Life application provides the ability to share footage in real time with other Facebook users, while the comments posted to them will immediately be displayed on the screen. There are also two modes associated with augmented realism: Info-eye, which allows you to find additional information about the object in the frame, and AR Effect, which has the potential to combine shots with a variety of fun animations. You can also overlay one of nine possible graphic effects. In general, the main camera is just great.

O front camera Sony reviewZ1 can state that it is mainly designed for video chats, equipped with a 2-megapixel sensor and shoots with a resolution of 1920 * 1080 pixels. Video recording, the excellent quality of which the tablet also demonstrates, at 30 frames / s is made in 1080p Full HD resolution. At the same time, clips are saved in an MP4 container file, and for sound files AAC LC format is provided.

Display and sound capabilities of the Sony Ixperia smartphone

The considered model of the device received a TFT five-inch screen, which is placed below SonyZ1 video demonstrates more clearly, with the presence Full permissions HD 1920*1080 and 441ppi pixel density. Display brightness can be adjusted manually and automatic modes, and the existing support for multi-touch provides the ability to simultaneously process up to 10 touches.

It is known that TFT screens at large viewing angles give a slightly whitish picture and somewhat faded colors. To improve this situation, the developers have integrated original technologies in the form of Triluminos, as well as X-Reality. The first of them transmits a larger color spectrum, which is especially important for monochrome photos, and the second one automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast. In the end result, Sony review The Xperia Z1 can state that the screen of the device in question has become noticeably better compared to its predecessor, although there was no miracle, since there are a series of models on the market with more preferred displays.

In terms of sound, Sony Expiria is practically no different from its predecessor. The sound quality and loudness of the "musical" speaker can be called average and clearly not pulling on the flagship performance. However, when headphones are connected, the situation changes radically, and the device demonstrates a transparent and clear sound. By the way, now they are no longer included with the smartphone, and they must be purchased separately.

Sony Xperia Z1 Software

Wishing buy sony xperiaZ1 you should know that the manufacturer traditionally completes its smartphones with a convenient Timescape graphical shell, which is very organically integrated into the Android 4.2.2 OC available in the device. Moreover, the company states that at the beginning of 2014. will be updated to the next version.

There are eight themes to choose from, as well as a couple of dozens of background images. On the Sony Ixspiria lock screen, there is a link for getting quick access to the smartphone's camera, while a number of widgets can be placed in the same place. By default, the desktop is represented by five pages, which can be increased to seven. However, they cannot be scrolled in a circle, therefore, having reached the last one, it requires scrolling in the opposite direction.

As the Sony Z1 review revealed, there are practically no “junk” applications in the device, which immediately appear to be deleted. The available set of programs is quite successful, especially this statement applies to multimedia, including the ubiquitous Walkman, as well as the TrackID application, or better known as Shazam, capable of recognizing the melody being listened to. Among the useful little things are the NeoReader barcode reader, as well as the Sketch application for creating handwritten notes and drawings with your finger. The presence of a standard Google Play store is complemented by the proprietary Sony Select application, through which you can download a variety of functional and interesting programs that are fully compatible with the device in question.

The filling and performance of the smartphone Sony Xperia Z1

The specifications of the Sony Xperia Z1 are based on the latest Snapdragon 800 chipset, with each of the four Krait cores clocked at 2.2GHz. At the same time, for graphics operations, the Adreno330 coprocessor is provided, which is almost 50% faster than the analog that the predecessor of the device has.

Those who want to buy Sony Xperia Z1 will receive 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal memory, of which about 11.7GB is available to the user. The device supports SDXC memory cards up to 64GB. In general, the "iron" characteristics can be called quite advanced.

In a smartphone Sony Xperia Z1 a non-removable capacious 3000mAh battery is installed, so if there is no excessive passion for games and videos, its power can be enough for a day. At the same time, the efficiency of energy consumption can be improved by turning on the Stamina power saving mode, which turns off when the Wi-Fi screen is off and data transfer via cellular network. It should be noted that the inclusion of this mode does not affect the work with the active display. Also, to save energy, there is “Wi-Fi with location”, thanks to which the smartphone wireless module activated only when a familiar network is recognized, without keeping it constantly on. To charge the battery, you can use a special DK31 docking station or the usual microUSB connector.

Smartphone cost and conclusions

Immediately after entering the market, the recommended price for the Sony Xperia Z1 was 29,990 rubles. To date, its value has begun to decline and in large retail chains the device can already be purchased for 27,990 rubles. Gray suppliers offer the device at a cost below 20 thousand.

Pros:

– case materials and design – uniquely high-quality and “expensive”;

- amazing camera for a smartphone;

- increased level of moisture resistance;

- excellent performance;

- a lot of useful software.

Minuses:

- viewing angles of the screen are inferior to other flagships;

— the presence of unimportant ergonomics due to dimensions.

Summing up, it should be noted that Sony Xperia Z1 is among the flagships one of the most powerful smartphones and unambiguously the best device of the manufacturer. The display has become better, the design has been updated, performance has been significantly increased, and a variety of pleasant little things have appeared.

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