Sony · Xperia

Xperia Z1

Released September 2013

Sony's Xperia Z1 adds a larger camera sensor, faster processor and bigger battery to its water-resistant flagship phone.

Model history · 2 models, 2013–2013

2013Xperia Z Compare
2013Xperia Z1

Screen: 5″
Display: LCD
Chip: Snapdragon 800
Memory: 2 GB
Storage: 16 GB
Main camera: 20.7 MP
Zoom: –
Battery: 3,000 mAh
Weight: 170 g

Compact

What reviewers say

Engadget and PhoneArena praised the Z1's glass-and-metal build, fast performance and capable still camera. Engadget found its battery a major improvement over the Xperia Z, while PhoneArena's web test was less favourable. Both found video recording less impressive than the still camera; PhoneArena also criticised the loudspeaker and bulky body.

From engadget.com and phonearena.com

Specifications

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Display

Screen size: 5″
Resolution: 1920 × 1080
Sharpness: 441 pixels per inch
Panel: LCD
Display type: 5-inch Full HD TRILUMINOS TFT LCD
Display features: X-Reality for mobile picture processing

Performance

Chip: Snapdragon 800
Memory: 2 GB
Storage: 16 GB
CPU: Quad-core Qualcomm MSM8974 at 2.2 GHz
GPU: Adreno 330
Storage type: 16 GB flash; microSDXC slot supports up to 64 GB

Cameras

Main camera: 20.7 MP
Ultra wide camera: None
Telephoto camera: None
Optical zoom: None
Front camera: 2 MP
Main camera: 20.7 MP, 1/2.3-inch Exmor RS sensor, 27 mm ƒ/2.0 G Lens, BIONZ image processing and LED flash
Front camera: 2 MP camera with 1080p video
Video recording: 1080p video; HDR movie mode
Camera features: Superior Auto, burst mode, Social Live and dedicated two-stage camera button

Battery and charging

Battery: 3,000 mAh
Wireless charging: None
Battery life detail: Sony's C6903 white paper lists a 3,000 mAh minimum embedded battery and STAMINA mode

Design

Type: Standard
Weight: 170 g
Thickness: 8.5 mm
Height × width: 144 × 74 mm
Water and dust resistance: IP58
Materials: Tempered-glass front and back with one-piece aluminium frame
Colours: Black, White, Purple
Water resistance detail: Sony specifies IP55/IP58 water and dust protection; freshwater immersion to 1.5 m for up to 30 minutes requires the port covers to be shut
Speakers: Mono loudspeaker; ClearAudio+ and xLoud processing

Software

Operating system: Android
Software at launch: Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

Connectivity

Mobile network: 4G LTE Cat 4; UK C6903 supports LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 and 20
SIM: Micro-SIM
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
NFC: Yes
USB: Micro-USB 2.0 with MHL video output; 3.5 mm headphone socket

Storage options

Storage
16 GB

Pros and cons

Pros

20.7 MP camera with a large 1/2.3-inch sensor
IP55/IP58 water and dust protection
microSD expansion and 3.5 mm headphone socket

Cons

Large body for a 5-inch screen
Weak loudspeaker in independent testing
No optical image stabilisation for video

Closest rivals

Model	Screen	Display	Chip	Memory	Storage	Main camera	Zoom	Battery	Weight	Released
SamsungGalaxy S4	5″	OLED, 60 Hz	Snapdragon 600	2 GB	16 GB	13 MP	–	2,600 mAh	130 g	Apr 2013
SamsungGalaxy A5 (2015)	5″	OLED	Snapdragon 410	2 GB	16 GB	13 MP	–	2,300 mAh	123 g	Nov 2014
SonyXperia Z	5″	LCD	Snapdragon S4 Pro	2 GB	16 GB	13.1 MP	–	2,400 mAh	146 g	2013

Previous model: Xperia Z. Newer model: Xperia Z2.

Sources

Photo: smartweb.de

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