Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact | the best compact phone, again

[@hyungwoo0312]

Great to see you continue to review Sony phones, and I think you’ve been really fair towards Xperia devices, unlike many mainstream medias which either ignore it or produce negative reviews which are bordering on smack talks. I really appreciate your effort for giving the underdogs a fair chance! Had I stayed with Android still, the XZ2 Compact would probably be one of the phones to consider since my past Xperias (Z3, Z5 Compact) have been very reliable. Ultimately though, my desire for long term software updates (which Sony was excellent at, for Android, but 2 years was still short for me) has made me an iPhone 8 user. I’m loving the iPhone 8, but seeing an Xperia review makes me feel bittersweet of ditching a company I have a soft spot towards ☹️

[@Sabundy]

I agree.......it's amazing how many "reviews" of SONY phones are really just smear pieces. I am starting to think a lot of these "reviewers" are paid for their "opinions"

[@sgodsellify]

hyungwoo0312 your iPhone 8 costs more and gives you worse specs. Not to mention the Sony XZ2 compact is physically smaller than an iPhone 8. This Sony has a Full HD+ HDR resolution (2160x1080) display that is 18:9. Where as the iPhone 8 has a smaller lower resolution HD (1334x750) display that is 16:9. No HDR display on any iPhone, except the iPhone X. XZ2 LTE speed is 1.2 gigabit. Bluetooth 5 multiple device support on this XZ2 compact. Currently no iPhone supports multiple audio devices.

[@Sabundy]

Sean Godsell SONY phones are usually way ahead of iphones in terms of specs. Just with water proofing/resistance they were years ahead of Apple.

[@hyungwoo0312]

Sean Godsell Yes. I’m aware of the specs and all that. I won’t make any arguments that the iPhone 8 is better than the XZ2 series or any other phones because I’m happy with my choice right now and that’s all that matters to me. I made the choice because as I said, I wanted a replacement for the Z5 Compact which had its support ended in late 2017. For a replacement, I wanted the quick and long-term software support that Apple provides and I also wanted to try out an iPhone. Been an Android guy for 5 years till now ;) I was fully aware of the specs and everything the iPhone 8 provided prior to my purchasing decision and I had the option to return it if I didn’t like it, but it’s suiting me well and I hope it remains that way. As for a few points you made, 326 ppi doesn’t irk me since the Z5 Compact’s 4.6 inch 1280x720 screen was 319 ppi. Plus, the Xperia Z3’s 424 ppi (my phone before the Z5C) didn’t entice me enough to be swayed away from an HD screen. For aspect ratio, I actually prefer 16:9 over the recent 2:1 trend. As for HDR screen, yes, the XZ2’s screen is HDR while the iPhone 8 isn’t, but the iPhone 8 also has HDR playback support for apps such as Netflix. In the end, though, these are just what I thought I can point out. I don’t intend to create an argument. I knew all this prior to my purchase and if you prefer other options, that’s totally fine by me :)

[@Sabundy]

hyungwoo0312 I have zero issue with anything you say. For me the issue is the way iPhone users in general behave as if iphones do things so different, so unique, so special to any other phones...... which they generally do not. In fact a number of Android devices often have features and innovations that don't appear on iphones for years. The SONY XZP 2 looks like it will blow both the iPhone 8 and X away imho based on its features and especially if that camera works in the dark the way they have claimed..... yet I still expect iPhone users to tell me how incomparable an iPhone is *eyeroll*

[@erithacusR]

Thank you so much for making your review videos, and for giving your honest opinion about all the phones you review. I am a Sony phone user (have been for a number of years, and so yes, I do generally like them) and I think all of the reviews you have done on Sony phones have been absolutely fair. :-) Plus, you always specify when something you complain about is related to personal preference/opinion and not necessarily a problem with the phone. Your phone reviews are the best I've seen anywhere (I much appreciate the non-gimmicky format, the consistent tests between phones, and that you always give a good idea of what to expect with performance and battery life). I think you are absolutely right to call out any manufacturer when the phones they are marketing are not perfect for the price! Even a £150 phone is 3/4 of my monthly household food budget... So I find any sub-standard phone being offered at £300+ is just insulting. However, the information in your reviews has actually saved me from wasting money on an expensive dud phone. :-) If flaws are not called out honestly, then manufacturers will continue to keep them in their phone designs will ultimately alienate customers. So Thank you for doing what you do and calling phone flaws out honestly when you come across them! :-)

[@are4876]

I subscribed because I think you are honest with reviews

[@artyfly100]

If i have to be honest i like the sony camera app. It feels more like using an actual camera (focus confirmation+shutter) and less like a toy. That's my opinion as a photography nerd.

[@artyfly100]

Damir Franc I see your point. Especially with some camera features being separate "apps" like 4k and bokeh mode.

[@lm971120]

All I can say about you is you are a honest man! Although you lacks quantitative analysis, but your experiences are real and many don't mention. However I would suggest you try to understand how everything works. Like you mentioned that the camera is actually slower to take a picture, which is true and many don't mention as they think that's all to do with sd845, so can't be slower. The reason is the new algorithm Sony got this year, that takes multiple frame then compose for better HDR and lowlights, and also draw/sharpen all the edges (as an application of tof sensor at back). Thus, more processing time. Another one is the improvement in jack sound quality, this is due to upgrading to the recommended codec (for sd835 and sd845) wcd9341 instead of the 9335 used in last year model. Another point you mentioned about the back can be pressed down a bit which many didn't mention, yep you are right! (There is wireless charging planned but dropped at last minute). Overall you said it feels more premium, yep it is, as the budget Sony have on this is actually few times more than the previous one (xz1 compact I am using just feels half finished, I have every compact apart from z5c). I heard it could be the last premium compact SOMC ever made, as it barely sells, the next one will be midranger specs only. So for these keeps saying waiting, I would say maybe your turn now... Also for these saying hate the design, I recommend you have a look at the real one, as 3d designs, materials, finish and textures don't get reflected much in pictures.

[@ExclusiveMontages]

Wow, where did you get all of this info from? Nice! And now about "the new algorithm Sony got this year" for the camera. Since you've got almost all Compacts did you notice any improvement to the previous XZ1 Compact after some recent update in terms of photo quality? They're using the same sensor and F/2.0 lens so I think they could improve the XZ1 C's camera via software as well. But we all know - money. So they probably won't improve anything on XZ 1, so that you have to buy the newer model. Also wondering what are your thoughts about the even older, X Compact - do you have it as well? I'm thinking about switching from iPhone SE to one of them (X Compact or XZ1 Compact as the XZ2 is too expensive for me). I think I'll grab the X Compact for around 200€ and wait one year to upgrade to XZ2 Compact when its price come down to around 300-350€. I need 4K video recording, though, but I've heard that with 3rd party camera apps you can do that on X Compact - is that correct? Cheers.

[@lm971120]

Actually, the XZ2 series got a different lens made by better materials compared to previous models, which is why they called it Motion Eye 2.0, which topped up the improvement in the algorithm (thanks to increased budget). Regarding X Compact, I just sold mine a while ago, I have to admit it is very smooth and very fast for daily use, much faster than XZ and S7/S7+ released at the same time (I compared them head to head) in launching apps etc, not bad battery life (certainly better than XZ, but not as good as XZ1C). There are a few problems tho, firstly, the product at the era of cost-cutting, so expect cheap parts, like the vibrator loud as the speaker (like on XZ1C), bad display with serious ghosting (like on XZ1C), tho colours are quite alright. I would pick XZ1C as that's at least better spec (UFS, 4G RAM, SD835), longer guranteed support and more functions (960fps, native distortion correction which X compact doesn't have, better camera) to play around (especially if you want 4K, the third party on on X Compact doesn't seem to be great). Price wise I would suggest just wait for now if you are not that keen for compact as SOMC does not really care about XZ2 series as their priority is on the release later as well as 5G (their contract for back-mounted fingerprint sensor will end this summer, JDI's under display sensor is kinda ready), they are more of transformative and experimental products (tho they are good). If you are keen for the size, heard that's confirmed there won't be a flagship SOC on the future compact, and will be carriers only for seleced regions (similar to XZ2P) since it barely sells. I would think that's worth waiting for price cut. At the moment if you really want to grab one, I would still suggest XZ1 compact (very cheap for new one), at least it seems to improve a bit after updates (tho Oreo is the main reason they screwed up) and we could expect for more updates, while for X Compact I doubt Sony still cares much (they dropped that premium midranger line as that was a failure).

[@ExclusiveMontages]

Thanks! You seem so well informed! How does it come if I may ask? :) I'll probably wait for the price cut of XZ2 C or new iPhone SE then. Cheers.

[@lionelb8227]

Great review! I like the XZ2 more but this one is a great phone too, it reminds me of some Lumia with the polycarbonate back. And actually the charging time is as you said. I noticed that my phone (after several months) charges faster, dont know why... The camera apps (bokeh, AR, etc.) are more or less the same that came with the Z1 if I'm not mistaken, it needs improvements for sure! If you want a fast shutter you can turn on object tracking, it works very well.

[@soklimrit6703]

I love you the way of speaking and I also love sony xperia compact. You are doing a good job.

[@MrPanda-ke9rf]

This happiest tech youtuber i ever see

[@midnightthoughtsss]

subscribed man, this is very raw and straight review. happy to have watched this!

[@wuchinshan133]

Great review as usual & thank you! I simply don't understand why high-end compact phones aren't more popular these days. Even something slightly bigger than XZ2 Compact with higher-end SOC (SD 660 or above) is hard to find in the market. Originally intended to get the Huawei P20 but performance is a let-down. Would also consider Xiaomi (Mi7?) but their UI is too far from stock Android for my tastes. So few options. Looks like XZ2 Compact is really the only option in 2018.

[@sgodsellify]

Wu Chin Shan this Sony XZ2 has a SD 845. Is that not a high end SoC? It's Qualcomm's top dog right now.

[@davidletterboyz]

He did say the XZ2 Compact seems to be the only option.

[@wuchinshan133]

Sean Godsell, where did I say that the XZ2C is not a high-end compact phone? In fact, I said it is "the only option in 2018". Read more carefully before you comment.

[@ricki31556]

I have had Sony phones since my first analog phone in 1999 - I prefer the compact size, and have been most impressed with this latest model. I got it 3 months ago, and really appreciate the longer battery life. I am sad that Sony Australia is not selling them, here, and I had to order from Hong Kong, but it came very quickly and at an exceptional price via e-bay. I had to set it up myself (for the first time) and was grateful for all the helpful KZbin clips that helped me do this. Overall, I am very happy with my new Xperia XZ2 compact!!

[@SpencersStuffTV]

Its videos like these with critiques that I hope Sony watches and implements changes. Great video as always my friend! I can't wait for the xz2 pro

[@mbaxter22]

You know, with minimal bezels you can easily fit 5" of screen into a phone as small as the iPhone SE. Wouldn't it be cool if somebody did this?

[@n0cturn2l]

Yes, smartphone companies started to make huge phones with no bezels, they could have kept 5" or even 5.5" displays

[@mbaxter22]

*nocturnallynumb* Agree - without bezels I think 5.5” is just about the perfect phone size, big enough to satisfy most people but still very compact and easy to use in one hand...

[@siobhonc]

I like your review and I'm getting my phone tonight. I have no problem with bezels really.

[@donsimmons9539]

You're the only reviewer I watch. Your reviews can be trusted. Any chance you'll review the Kyocera Duro Force Pro 2? Would love to see and hear your analysis.

[@TheNitpicker]

No, no Kyocera here

[@vigneshie]

I just got this phone and am debating returning it to stay with the A3 2017. Really wanted to like it since every year even basic apps like Maps become more demanding and previous mid-range phones like the A3 eventually don't have enough power to provide a lag-free experience. Love the power from the 845 and agree the screen is fantastic. But it is just too heavy in the pocket. Also not thrilled with the ergonomics of the power button and fingerprint location, something that will be used so much. Biggest issue for me is notifications. So hard to go back to standard notification light (which is quite small in this phone) after having Always On Display. A3 2017 is my perfect phone, just wish it had more power and ram, but looks like Samsung has killed this line. Great review, very fair and well presented.

[@habibseyedi259]

As far as compact high end devices go, Sony has the best solution i think, nice video as always

[@naimeshirou9734]

Nice review and Xz2 review. Waiting for that :D

[@naimeshirou9734]

Damir Franc thank you :D

[@sreamengkuch7930]

Sony need you to be CEO .

[@DunnGolfing]

Still no dislikes top work smaller phones are cool 😄

[@amrashraf9559]

Hello Nice review Can you tell me which has better camera with better focus..the sony xz2 compact or the oneplus 5t? Especially at low light Thanks

[@johnorion496]

Nice review, Damir. A while back, I bought the X Compact based on your review and recommendation. It has been the best smart phone I've owned (coming from Samsung smart phones). I might skip the XZ2 Compact, though, as Android P and those Sony dual cameras (for better low light performance) are just around the corner (I usually upgrade my smart phones only when the camera technology has significantly improved and when the native OS of the new phone is higher than the latest OS of my current phone). On the other hand, XZ2 Premium with the dual camera is so heavy and so it may just be that Sony will not be using dual camera technology for their compacts for a while.

[@Ionut.78]

The design its a step down from XZ1C, and 5" is already to much, the perfect compact in my opinion will be a 4,5 - 4,7 inch display with very thin bezel and rectangular shape that make Sony stand up from the crowd.

[@brunomendes8031]

Ionut C I think 5 inch 18:9 is perfect if the bezels are reduced a little bit more. The lack of a jack, however, is a deal breaker for me.

[@Ionut.78]

Damir Franc yes, i know, but i was hoping for a litlle smaller. I'll keep my XZ1C and wait for next year compact.

[@monarchlifestyle6299]

Damir Franc what model would you prefer? Xz2 compact or xz2 ? Is the battery life that much more better on the bigger model compared to the compact?

[@griesbocha1]

Why not 5" and reduction of bezels? There is a big potential left

[@johncronogue6613]

Looking for a compact phone at the moment, just after watching ur review on the xz2 compact. Just wondering if ur opinion on the xz2 is still ok a year later

[@VertigoX26]

Why would anybody complain about the bezels on this thing? The top and bottom were reduced from the XZ1 Compact... Maybe the side bezels? Okay, it's not the Galaxy S9. Are sloped side edges really what complainers want? Because I don't.

[@mrvik97]

Battery is a killer! Nice review as always

[@ASmith-vl2km]

Thanks for the review

[@EricTanChinChian]

Hi, can i know what is that feature you're using on 5:56 ? the swipe gesture from side, change app back and forward.

[@mtavassoti]

Hi, what camera you are using to record? thanks for this great review clip.

[@Ivanhoe-vd9zq]

I own since 2018 two Sony Xperia XZ 2 Compact , indeed these are the best compact phones ever, they still working like new ,pitty Sony discontinued support

[@lucastomas3695]

Friend, can u help me? I'm between this one and Pixel 3, I own a Xperia X but the camera laggs and overheating are making me giving up, I also notice that this is a current problem on Sony smartphones, does the XZ2C also have this issue? Can I record for a long time without laggs, stuttering and the camera app simply saying that I can record more due to overheating?

[@amrashraf9559]

May you tell me what is the beat setting for video camera for the xz2 compact ? 4k or full hd ?

[@MadisOtenurm]

What upgrades do you think justify the extra thickness over last versions? Especially when there is no headphone jack anymore.

[@ramadantopalov4689]

Great review as always ! What's the app for side switching apps?

[@DLKReacts]

I want to buy this phone and I have a question: do you have (black or grey) side bars when watching youtube or when playing games?

[@iulian2548]

Damir, how is typing on such a narow device? How would you compare with the Mi6 in terms of hand feeling?

[@sfex3best]

Damir if you pre ordered this you get a free PSVR. It would be cool seeing you review something like that. The one off psvr titles like WipeoutVR are simply mind blowing. I know you've tried mobile vr but actual proper vr is soooo much better. Would be cool if you could review proper vr one day

[@sfex3best]

Damir Franc Are you sure there's ipd adjustments on the real vr units like psvr, htc vive and the oculus rift. Might be too old now but if you could get a review loaner on one of those I'd definitely try one out though. Incredible upcoming tech. I've tested a few racing games on my channel if you want a quick glance at how they're in vr. No talking just little clips check them out if you want. Sorry off topic from this video this review on the xz2 compact is fantastic btw

[@TheRanking96]

Would you choose XZ2 Compact over Nokia 8? I mean, is XZ2 Compact overall a better phone? Thanks :)

[@thiagomoreira3151]

Hi Damir, does the XZ2 Compact turn around on the table like the bigger one does?

[@kosaitaleb7324]

Pretty fair review i most say just ignore these people and keep going And about the speakers I think it will get louder with an update like the xzp before

[@kosaitaleb7324]

Damir Franc well we can hope But i think sony is going in the right direction with the xz2 and xz2 compact But they are not there yet

[@ExclusiveMontages]

Hey, so the speakers are better than on XZ1 Compact? Louder and better? You liked them (XZ1 Compact's ones) when compared to X Compact's speakers I remember.

[@abu269]

I moved on from Sony phones since the Z series but must admit I've never had a phone that I really enjoyed as much since. I hate the fact that all the best spec phones are so big and don't fit in my pocket comfortably. However, the XZ2c looks very promising! Great size, top specs, ergonomic design and I love the Sony skin along with the custom features like PS4 remote play and great camera... All things that I miss having. I'm glad the bezels have shrunk too as the huge bezels were a bit off-putting. I don't really care for the whole "bezel-less" look. I currently use a bezel-less phone and feel that I have to handle with extra care as it may not survive if dropped. At least the XZ2c looks more durable and the plastic back will not crack like the glass back on my device. I will most likely get this on my next upgrade unless there is a better compact phone on the market?

[@iccabc1]

Hello there, please i have a question, is the camera of the Sony xz2 compact similar to the google pixel 2 ? or xiaomi Mi mix 2s?

[@amrashraf9559]

Dear Sir Is the xz2 compact capable of achieving 7 hrs screen on time on mobile data? Some say it has great battery life and some say don't.

[@laurah5617]

but the rest...awesome lol yet one week ago I still inclined to buy a pixel2 while yesterday evening I saw the sony xz2 compact and I fell in love with it at once> I dont know why many people say the xz2 &xz2 compact is ugly ,i think it's just sony changed the design language from a box-like to a rounded one> now many phone in China is just copy the iphone X notch (except xiaomi), to find an independent design is very difficult.. thanks your review, I have placed the order on taobao with 3800 rmb in the afternoon , I'm very looking forward to it--------

[@JITbac]

Great video damir bro but those bezels ahhhhh so 2017

[@fidah2525]

Hi damir I want to get this phone really bad because I hate big phones I currently own a one plus 5t and I hate the experience of having to stretch my thumb and in general don't like big screens when it comes to using phones daily use. Do you think I should get this compact the only thing I am worried about is the longevity of the phone i don't know how long it will last me and if anyone has experience with sony do they give updates for at least 2 years?

[@joshtenesy9569]

Great Review Damir!! Just wanted your opinion on my current delima.... I love this phone and I love the fact that Sony is finally turning in the right direction as far as design, however, I just came across this at Best Buy, a $300 Sony Xperia xz1 Compact open box and excellent condition. What do you think, is the $300 (appox) difference worth the new design, feel, screen res., etc.. please let me know what you would go for, thanks!

[@nclsv]

Can't find this device in the FitBit supported devices list. Is that even posible this cannot pair with a FitBit? ( www.fitbit.com/devices )

[@garrtrigger]

I wish Sony and other OEMs start producing compact phones in the budget/mid range segment. A 720p display can't use that much cpu power anyway.

[@karpov3265]

Damir Franc Thanks for review. If you can, compare photo battle: XZ2 vs Galaxy S9 or P20 Pro

[@LucianAiftimie]

I pay a lot of attention to your opinion, as I like your work and also that I am trying to decide witch one to buy... xz1 compac or the xz 2 compact. I would love a quick opinion from you (buttons, battery, display, performance, buildaspect (solid or not) ... - comparison. Keep up the great work!

[@Nightmare52199]

Thank you once again for the very informative video.I really have to agree that Sony needs to work on the camera experience.Their cameras are very capable but not user friendly.Samsung made a good adjustment on their slow motion camera to automatically start capturing when the camera detects movement.Even if Sony has great EIS the lack of OIS makes it more difficult to take good low light shots because the camera shakes easily which leads to shorter Shutter speeds.If you have a tripod and you are a good user of the manual mode you can get very nice images on the Xperias and I really like their natural colors, but they need to make their cameras more convinient and easy to work with. XZ Premium user here.

[@Zdravovi1]

Do you know anything about next xz2 premium/pro and what do you expect from it?

[@mr.potatoguy4216]

Keyser Söze It was just announced

I have this one and can say that the blacks on the IPS displays on iPhones are better IMHO. The speaker distorts a lot on the last 2 volume settings. BTW, how can I apply this black theme? I couldn't find on my XZ2c

[@imelo54john88]

Yes, it is the best compact phone I know, even in 2022.

[@gunmetalskyline]

wow optional Glance screen definitely a plus 👌🏾

[@ExclusiveMontages]

What would be also interesting to see is the camera comparison between XZ1 and XZ2 Compact as they boths share the same sensor, IMX400 and F/2.0 lens. SO they had to improve it via software. And if so then after some newest update maybe the XZ1 Compact will offer pretty much the same photo performance as XZ2 Compact? Have you tested the XZ1 Compact again lately?

[@ashy_2002]

Only sony forever sony... phones... suit me therefore I don't change... still use the Nokia Z front end .. old style... the xz2 compact will be my next phone... currently on the G3226 android 8... which is bigger...

[@Daniel-fd5pr]

do you play pubg mobile? can it play extreme frame rate?appreciate your reply.

[@xzaxx]

sowa it have google maps? and how is the GPS?

[@ejebiga]

XZ1 Compact with less bezels would be the best phone ever build, period

[@yaoyeechua7668]

At least sex / six hours of phone data XD, glad to see your review on the compact where nobody even care doing it anymore. Keep it up man! XD

[@Pedro94Faria]

Bring Xperia XZ2 Premium please. Excited to see your review on that phone. And see how the camera improved :D

[@chribzzz]

i'am surprised that you don't compare it to the xiaomi mi 6 (or mi note 3 which you seem to like even more) , is has the older soc but is it too outdated? it is a little bigger but still realy compact, would love your opinion on it now in summer 2018. i don't care much about gaming but love a small phone with great battery, ok screen, ok performance and minimal 2 year usability. i'am looking for a phone under 350 euro:3

[@donsimmons9539]

I've read comments in other forums that Sony phones have a problem with either freezing or app crash. Is that true?

[@TheNitpicker]

not really, obviously some get everything to crash

[@Sau0791]

What are the best significant improvement Sony made in your opinion from last year?

[@neorich59]

I wish more phone manufacturers would produce "compact/mini" versions. I'd love to see a smaller OnePlus 6T. Most of the phones I see today are *way* too big for my needs. Love the look of this Sony Compact, but, what possessed Sony to place the fingerprint sensor so low? ;O)

[@TheNitpicker]

I agree

[@ChubbyChecker182]

Sony had designed the best two small Android phones of all time in the Z3 and Z5 Comoacts, but been going backwards ever since. Deffo needs a headphone socket, and what was a great FM radio.

[@sgodsellify]

ChubbyChecker182 it has a USB-C dongle in the box. So if you have headphones then the FM radio works as well on the XZ2 or XZ2 compact.

[@nikulasa7456]

Please do a comparison video with this and XZ1 compact.

[@towsifbillah834]

back then even 5.4 inch screen was considered to be big xD now most of us roccking with 6.5 inch screens in our pocket xD

[@mariuslister7294]

👍 Good job! Why Sony choose plastic on the back instead of glass like on the XZ2?

[@mariuslister7294]

Damir Franc Looks cheap

[@patcola7335]

Kind of like the old Nokia Lumia phones with medal edging and polycarbonate backs. Those were very high quality and had some heft to them. I don't mind a little heft...gives it a feel of real quality.

[@DimitrisA-dh9yh]

dont care so much about the af and speed of the camera..all i care about is the photo quality! and its great! i really like the stars u give! and the design..who cares! im gonna put a case anyway!

[@a.m.8333]

My last phone was an iPhone 6S, now I have this xz2 experia compact. I really like this phone. I like mostly all about this phone, but I have to agree and say that the only problem I can see is the camera interface, it is really slow, complicated to use and unresponsive. I still don't know how to film on slow motion since the instructions do not match the real experience. Then I went home and tried to stream my HDR videos in my hdr 4k tv and failed, wi-fi bandwidth might not be enough although I am using a premium router. Please SONY, listen to Damir and develop a new app from scratch, it really is a pain. Anything else about the phone is amazing besides audio which really is from another planet on the Bluetooth headphones that came with the phone.

[@amrashraf9559]

Is the camera of the xz3 much better than that of the xz2 compact? Or not much difference?

[@TheNitpicker]

Not a big difference no

[@amrashraf9559]

The Nitpicker And does the xz2 compact has much battery life than the xz3? I want a strong battery life but also dont wanna compromise the camera quality..

[@amrashraf9559]

The Nitpicker Plz reply me I am going to buy today 🙏

[@TheNitpicker]

Watch the according reviews. Battery life values are there. I can't remember every single detail about every phone

[@amrashraf9559]

The Nitpicker I bought the xz2 compact a week ago but unfortunately I can't get the 7 hours screen on time as u said. The best i get is 5 hrs screen on time using mobile data. Is there special setting to be done to achieve this 7 hours screen on time? I adjusted the screen brightness to medium level .

[@electricmiragemedia]

Compact series peaked with the z3, then just got worse and worse. This is a step in the right direction, but two steps back in other areas. Taking away the 3.5mm jack was the last straw for me.

[@greypayelll2507]

After the z3 compact we had the x compact which was massively underrated. That phone is so goood to this very day. Now this xz2 compact is a step up in so many areas display, in hand feel and performance wise it's miles miles better than the z3 compact. It's a huge upgrade and i wouldn't let the no hp jack hold you back if you want a compact just go for it. It's brilliant in so many important aspects.

[@1366solar]

Finally a Sony phone without the useless stupid headphone jack no one uses. I hate those dust catching holes I have no use for. Design is beautiful and the performance is the best you can currently get.

[@pawninwordsandsoon]

I still have the z3 compact, it's still a blazing fast phone and the battery life is great. I arrive at work at 99-100% battery and get home at 60% battery

[@Dec4AllTimeAlways]

You must miss using wired controllers 🎮. Just get with the times and get a nice wireless 🎧.

[@ruderabbit797]

What, no mention about network compatibility? OK, heard about its features, but if there are reported issues at different networks, it’s junk. Seen vids and read reviews there were issues at different networks for this phone.

[@MichaelGerrard]

A couple of years ago I was using the Z1 Compact. I think I used it for two and a half years, at least. I really want to like this new XZ2 Compact but I can't. My old Z1 compact had a glass back and it felt sleek in my hands with its flat back. This new phone looks like it has been eating too many burgers! I want to like it but I can't. Great review though.

[@anas7412]

Michael Gerrard u can try xz1 compact tho

[@idiakezmoralez9153]

I think like you, but I test this new compact in a store and believe me.....it's amazing holding this in the hand. It still a compact, but with 5 inch! You gonna test it...

[@anas7412]

IDIAKEZ MORALEZ ill be waiting for xz3 compact, or whatever its name, hopefully with earphone jack, and not too thick, and no bulging, I know what u saying it curves at the back to fit the palm of ur hand, but still I dont like it the new design

[@anas7412]

IDIAKEZ MORALEZ I tested it in the sony store, I agreee with u, feel so good in my hand, but still I didny buy it, coz no headphone jack, what a deal breaker. p/s I still dont like the new look, but I accept it coz it so comfortable to hold

[@mbaxter22]

Ergonomically, the curved back is much better. Thin phones are just for marketing; they don't actually gain you anything as the person using the phone in your hand.

[@samirul97]

How did you download the redox icon appearance?

[@TheNitpicker]

From the store

[@skyworks1621]

As an A3 2017 user I really miss good small phones and every time I go to my carrier and look at all new phones from A8, P20 ... I just dont like feel in the hand and lack.of one hand use. I did took a look at XZ2 compact Iam.not sure with design and I dont like Sony UI. Now that the price of S9 feel to 620.euros might think about, I like Samsung UI and feel in the hand is good the phone is not wide...

[@roberto2568]

SONY XZ2 COMPACT or XIAOMI MI6 ?

[@punx665]

Try it in two years again, the camera will probably break like on all xperia devices(camera may be in use by another application).It is also not the best compact device - it is the ONLY all other phones are over 130mm.

[@michaelwilson1717]

Pixel 2 or this? Thank you...U Rock

[@michaelwilson1717]

Thank you for your reply🍻

[@_Digitalguy]

tried it yesterday, great replacement for my s4, but uncomfortably heavy, even if I could get used to it, but the deal-breaker is the lack of a headphone jack, and also annoyed by the lack of wireless charging and quick charging... I'll move to the cheaper and still very good S7...

[@lionelb8227]

It has Quick Charge.

[@_Digitalguy]

so maybe I misunderstood... So basically it has quick charge but the charger is not quick charge? (= you have to buy one separately?)

[@lionelb8227]

The phone is QC compatible, but some units are shipped with a charger that is not Quick Charge capable. I know some people that received the Quick Charger for example. So to know if the phone has the Quick Charger included in the box, you have to ask the seller or find out when receiving the phone. If it is not included you can buy one separately .

[@_Digitalguy]

thanks all for the replies, so it's a non issue since I already have several quick charge chargers and power banks, still the headphone jack's absence hurts... But that screen was just amazing, so much better than the superamoled on my Samsung...

[@sgodsellify]

Digitalguy it has quick charging. In some areas they include the quick charger in the box, and some others don't include it. However if you have a quick charger it supports it.

[@bartondir]

i was looking for something compact next to my s9+ but i have picked Pixel 2 mainly because i dont like the new sony design

[@SommaRain]

After all i saw i can say - XZ1c is much better!

[@SommaRain]

Sorry, cant sure i understand u right - u said that XZ1c is not much better?

[@johnsonx2426]

Антон Сергиенко xz1 isn't better at all and almost in everything, first of all he obviously mentioned that there is no much deference in battery performance, performance never been an issue in Sony smartphones, the rear camera is way better even though it is the same 19mp camera sensor, the 5mp selfy camera is actually better than the 8mp in the xz1c, 18:9 aspect ratio gives you bigger screen in the same small body and more comfortable in hands, slightly improved speakers, FHD+ 5 inches display and "" HDR""...... Finally the design maybe does noy look better in the xz2 but it is definitely much more practical.

[@SommaRain]

no head phone jack... Sorry. But as a XZ1c user i cant see any things that will made me want this new XZ2c. again after all i saw i can say - XZ1c is much better!

[@johnsonx2426]

Антон Сергиенко Headphone jack is there in the box.

[@SommaRain]

Wait a minute! Wheres my driving wheel? In the trunk sir

[@ZeeNasir1]

The best compact phone in 2023.

[@lelio5464]

Sony experia xz2 or Google pixel 2?

[@ExclusiveMontages]

And what did you say in that preview that could make them do that? :o :-P

[@zuuuc]

what theme is that?!

[@danijelt5933]

Quick one: Sony XZ2 Compact VS Pixel 2?

[@ExclusiveMontages]

Pixel 2 no questions asked. I just whish there was a smaller version of it - with a little bit bigger battery.

[@MrXboy93]

Btw, could you do a comparison video XZ2 vs XZ1 (What's better, what's worse, is XZ1 still a good buy etc) :)

[@ExclusiveMontages]

That's sad :( But fully understandable!

[@svonegov8199]

It would destroy my pocket because of its thickness. My Htc Radar died last year, it was 11 mm thick and 3.7" screen and still was feeling heavy fat brick. This bigger in all ways.

[@Adam-gc6lp]

For me, phones which are ~15cm tall, are pocket destroyers :-D

[@sgodsellify]

This XZ2 compact is physically smaller than an iPhone 8, only it's slightly thicker. You must be a skinny jeans person. Especially to the point that you don't carry anything in your pockets.

[@zgroup3485]

can you do a comparison video between xz2 compact vs I phone 8 plz??? 💜💜💜

[@yod2189]

who here somhow likes the navigation buttons over the clear one

[@cmcm6676]

They could have made the top speaker the same as the bottom one.

[@cmcm6676]

Yes but it looked a bit better

[@anas7412]

Cm Cm yep jus like in z5c. look good in it

[@bona183]

If i had a lot of money, i will definitely go with Sony. I dont care about Samsung or shitty Apple Iphones

[@00dragan00]

Looks like you cleaned the lens.

[@mard192837]

Anyone used it on Verizon? Any Good?

[@Bayonet1809]

I think there is too much variability in your photo testing methodology: the better photos taken a day later might just be better because of the quality and quantity of light on that day. Also, "grammatic" is an English word, so your self-correction was unnecessary. :)

[@Bayonet1809]

The distinction is not just between Summer and Winter; light quality varies from day to day, even hour to hour. Compensating for light quality with seasonality is simply not feasible, as it ignores too many other factors. I understand it is not possible to maintain the same outdoor conditions, but perhaps you could introduce a control test to remove variability in both your perception and the sunlight. I know you already do this for low light testing, but you could implement another for conditions similar to outdoors (very high luminance 5500k-6500k colour temperature studio lights). I am not claiming you should do away with your outdoor tests, as they do have their own value, just that you could also provide a consistent reference point.

[@plo6670]

then *S10e* arrived

[@zackm474]

It looks like Xperia ZR