Sony Xperia 1 VI In-depth Camera Review | Real-world Tests & Comparisons

I've been using the Sony Xperia 1 VI, Sony's 2024 flagship for three weeks, have taken almost 100GB worth of photos and videos, captured candid shots, and test comparisons against some of the best phones around, including the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, OPPO Find X7 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
After all of this testing, I'm in a great position to reflect on how good, bad, and underbaked the Sony Xperia 1 VI camera really is. Without giving too much away, the macro camera functionality blew me away, and the primary camera photos and videos were solid as a rock. I also loved the telephoto camera with its extended reach, particularly in bright environments. However, Sony's reluctance to lean into computational photography and the Xperia 1 VI's low light performance across its secondary cameras limits how competitive it is for anyone who wants a simpler-to-use point-and-shoot camera phone.
00:00 Intro
01:25 Camera Specs + 24mm Impressions
02:30 16mm Impressions
03:39 85-170mm Impressions
04:25 Selfie Camera Impressions
05:28 Camera App + Sideload Video Pro
07:35 Macro In-Depth vs Huawei Pura 70 Ultra
11:00 Stills Camera Review
16:20 Video Camera Review
17:00 Selfie Video Sample
19:20 Night Selfie Video (Disappointing)
20:05 Zoom Slider - There is one!
20:30 Only 256GB???
22:05 In Conclusion...
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[@tech_edit]

I'm going to be holding onto the phone for a bit longer, so let me know if there's anything you want to know about it, and I'm curious to know what you think of the Xperia 1 VI's camera? And if you're thinking about picking up an Xperia 1 VI from Amazon, if you use my link - amzn.to/3WQjsDz - I'll get a few quid to put to my next video. Cheers all! Basil

[@AlexA-ts8sq]

Not competitor for VIVO, or Xiaomi. Photo samples taken by optical zoom are with poor quality. They looks like taken by digital zoom, but not optical. Ultrawide camera with IMX363, that`s old sensor was on Google Pixel )) Vivo`s zoom senson bigger than on Xperia 1VI main sensor! What i can say... For SONY - Game Over

[@torimc]

Does it switch lenses in 4k60p? Does it do WDR 4k60p? If yes, what stabilization in WDR 4k30p and 4k60p?

[@Mckaluge]

It is more of a compromise on Sony side

[@curtis24-7]

Just realised you posted this 🤣 thought I found a glitch! If you sell the headphones you’ve got a well priced phone!

[@map00100]

Thank you for the review. What do you think about use point and shoot? Is it capable?

[@rouzbehba1780]

Sony abandoned middle east years ago but for some reason I just can't stop caring about their phones 😭

[@SonINK]

Same i just order them from online shops , is how i got my xperia 1 ii XD

[@devbhadra1557]

Same, they left India but I never stopped keeping tabs

[@SonyEnthusiast]

And the US 😢

[@NSR07]

​@@SonINK Got a M-II too, you gonna upgrade? I'm in 2 minds 😄

[@carezzando7]

Sony's attitude of valuing its technological capabilities and creators is wonderful, but unfortunately it is being pressured by the iPhone and Galaxy, which have completely different approaches, and Chinese manufacturers, who have different national systems, are working with the government to reduce prices, which is reducing the number of countries where the phone is sold, putting Sony in a difficult position. I agree with Sony's thinking. It is clear from the precedents of HTC and LG that some kind of trigger can greatly change the market share of smartphone manufacturers, so I hope that Sony's smartphones will recover someday.

[@vondafone1]

Just pre-ordered mine this morning can't wait😊

[@pillepolle3122]

then don't wait?

[@user_golden]

@@pillepolle3122He just ordered it. 😂

[@quienesroberto]

Which color?

[@abdulhakkimhakkim7861]

That's great...

[@victuringan1429]

Mine’s getting delivered at the end of this month 😊

[@TheWarKeeper]

This review is so amazing! Simply put the most detailed and honest Sony Xperia 1 VI review on youtube so far! Thank you so much!

[@tech_edit]

Glad it was helpful, and thanks for the kind words. Have a great day, Basil

[@jparker8505]

Really nice review and break down. I actually had an OPPO find X3 pro and I got some incredible shots with it , the micro mode was somewhat addictive but ultimately I was so scared of scratching the lens as you had to get so so close like 3mm to take a picture or video with it The inbuilt macro was very good but the camera really was an auto monster just point and shoot. The later updates focused more on a.i usage than manual along with all the extra modes you could do loads with it. It still gets improvement updates today. I passed it to my wife and bought the Xperia 1 IV and that has been faultless since the later updates I love editing and controlling my shots and the Xperia 1 IV nailed it Video is untouched if you know the basics and slow mo 4k is great fun in bad weather . I upgraded to the V later in the year as I needed another phone for work and the V did it all . Occasionally it bugs out in high heat environments but it has everything I need. The V Tele zoom got a mild improvement after Android 14 the final image is slightly crisper and.can be improved with the creative look VV setting. I wasn't going to upgrade as I want to keep the V my last Xperia z5 compact lasted 7 years. I always feel the latest Xperia ends up been how the previous should have been. Also I get annoyed we don't get any substantial software improvements to previous models It's like a one year window and that's it. Improved Bokeh and video editor were nice but we didn't get the improvements to the HDR Algorithm or 48mm sensor crop that could have been ported via driver updates from the 5 series. Still as much as I like Sony mobiles this year wasn't as big a jump as I was hoping The other changes are good , loss of a 4k screen isn't terrible but not upgrading all the sensors to the CMOS stacked 888 to me was a huge mistake. That sensor is outstanding in performance in both dynamic range and noise suppression while still keeping the 30fps shooting speeds . If the Xperia Pro c is true I'll save up and aim for that. Still build quality is amazing on these phones , after care needs improving as I had an issue with my first MK1 V and it took months to get a replacement as SONY now send all repairs via SBE LTD in the UK

[@dworoberts]

Thanks Basil. I found a dummy unit in an O2 shop yesterday which was only held onto the stand with some Blu-Tac, so - thanks to the sympathetic staff! - I was able to hold the handset rather than admire it locked in a little cage on the countertop, and compare it with the S24 Ultra (which is about a half-centimetre wider, maybe a little thicker and about the same height). I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to hold and use, given that it's the larger of the Sony 'phones. I will be migrating over from a 5-ii, but should be a welcome upgrade. It's so hard to give up on Sony after all these years - I almost feel obliged to buy one just to make sure they keep making them, and avoid the Samsung-Apple duopoly! Thanks for another helpful in-depth video, and have a great weekend.

[@tech_edit]

Thanks for the thoughtful message, totally agree. So manageable and great in-hand.

[@omotuyiadebayo8883]

Please do a display comparison with other flagship phones or the Xperia 1 v , let's know if it's really any better

[@dvdmike007]

Upgrading from a Pro-I to this, already pre-ordered this. I won't miss 4k on the Pro, I would rather have the battery life

[@fotosvond_]

Apple is selling 128 GB devices with feature restrictions due to limited storage and charging ridiculous prices for storage upgrades. Sony starts at 256 and gives you 1,5 TB for small money on top. I get your point and it's okay, but come on, that isn't really a downside. You can record the videos internally and just move them over to the SD card.

[@user-mv6li9wr1k]

I’ve pre-ordered mine. Cannot wait to give the camera a go.

[@pillepolle3122]

yeah. A go into the garbage bag .

[@quienesroberto]

Which color?

[@user-mv6li9wr1k]

@@quienesroberto black

[@curtis24-7]

FYI amazon have this on pre order sale for 1082 and you can still claim the headphones! not sure if it's an error on their part

[@alif__]

nice bro​@@user-mv6li9wr1k

[@s89kw]

Pre ordered mine It will arrive in 4 days Sony phones have a special charm It's not just the cameras that are great It has powerful front speakers Sd card 3.5 jack Weight less than 200 grams Two days of battery really two days, no joke Everyone is talking about Xperia 1vi battery Even the display I have no problem with it. full hd plus it's Very enough I have previously held a RedMagic 9 Pro and an Asus 7 Pro, both of those phones have great display but just need more brightness As for Sony it provided higher brightness than those phones I mentioned, so I am completely satisfied

[@danidarklord666]

Do a display comparison, color, brightness and if Sunlight Vision is any good or just gimmics

[@Mckaluge]

Honestly the people downplay the importance of the 4k 21.9 aspect ratio but in the right hands it's really important for rewatching footage without having to go to a computer and also people who use their phones more for watching movies at 4k quality is a dream and also 21.9 aspect ratio is really comfortable to hold and not bulky feelings, I used pixel 7 pro and Samsung s24 ultra and both got good cameras but the phones felt like they gonna fall at any moment but using Xperia 1V I never had that issue Sony really lost a big shot here because they could released the 1VI for £900 and made another version with the 4k screen and 21.9 aspect ratio and boosted up storage and ram for £1299 and killed the market

[@archie7288]

21:9 are really bad, cropped selfie when watching tiktok/ig livestreams left and right, cropped mostly youtube content most of the times till this day most videos still used 16:9, 21:9 are sucks, really suck when editing video in vertical, miserably clicking the edge of the screen, etc

[@Mckaluge]

@@archie7288 do you have a Sony device?

[@archie7288]

@@Mckaluge i still used xperia 5 mark 1 & 2

[@Mckaluge]

@@archie7288 so you using the smaller Xperia and you complaining on what basis because I haven't had any of the problems you talking about and am using 1V

[@archie7288]

@@Mckaluge all xperia 5 & 1 are using 21:9 duhh, because your casual user, even im mentioned here all the problems, you still doesn't get what's the problems, no matter what ur using xperia 1 v or 5 v, the problems are still remain the same duhh, its really hard telling the problems to the casual 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@almaschmitz1540]

Sehr chic und sehr überzeugende Performance. Ich bin angetan von diesem Gerät. Vielen Dank für dieses tolle Video ,hast du prima gemacht !

[@jordanyapmi768]

Great video, can you tell us about the exmor T vs Lytia 808 from OnePlus 12. It will be nice to have a comparison between these 2 also please.

[@alxgr752]

What about the flashlight? Like previous - very dim, not bright? When you shooting in RAW underexposed, after when you add 1-2 stops at post, there is a colorful vignette?

[@lharcapili4798]

i pre ordered im excited ❤❤

[@dkdk5486]

Finally a phone with controlled exposer. If there isn't any heating issues this is it.

[@sosiehtesaus2652]

I now have the 1V and have ordered the 1Vi. I really like the macro mode and am interested in the new autofocus But if the Pro i 2 comes out this year I will be very annoyed because I don't want to change it again That annoys me 😅

[@s89kw]

Don't worry Xperia 1 vi Amazing phone with amazing battery According to the leaks, the upcoming phone has a 6-inch screen. It may not be a phone, but it may be a phone. No one knows because it may be one of the camera accessories that has a screen something like vlog monitor

[@RodolphosTechchannel]

What a downgrade😂

[@sosiehtesaus2652]

@@RodolphosTechchannel I am not completely satisfied with the 1V.The Pro i ran much more smoothly for me even though the processor is two years older.I don't know what's causing it but it's annoying me. I've already reset it completely but it keeps getting jerky.Like before with Samsung devices. Well, otherwise the 1Vi is the better device in all areas.4K is not an argument because you won't see it anyway and Sony only shows a few contents in 4K with the 1V.

[@derekchuan]

Would love to see a 1V vs 1VI video

[@KananNallainathan]

thanks so much Basil! 👍🏽👍🏽

[@curtis24-7]

I’m probably one of those weird users who doesn’t buy xperia’s for the camera. I just love the device and its design. I’m most interested in screen, dac and flashlight, gps and signal performance. I’ve had the 1iv, 5iv and 1v all of which have had compass accuracy issues. The sound from the headphone jack on the 1v was pretty poor, especially compared to my ip15 pro usb c headphones and we all know what the flashlight is like 😅. Keep up the great work Basil 👍💪

[@kheankimhong]

I’m still loving this

[@bloodytoad2010]

Please do a video on setting its display to maximum manual brightness, look at how Sunlight vision perform, how legible can it go, and does this mode also apply to camera and video function, and how long does it take for the display to go dimmer, under hot sunny day (preferably measured temperature during that period). Then do another same test, now set display to auto brightness instead.

[@the_matchless]

Eagerly waiting for that classic speaker test. Also would like to see the battery performance test and a screen comparison especially the outdoors performance. How is the thermal behaviour of the phone? I would like to suggest that you may add a feel good meter of sorts in short medium and long term usage. With all the extensive experience I have of owning devices I must say that at the end of the day it is the feel good factor that wins over all the positive and negative points. So much so people are willing to pay a premium for that. Now I know it would vary from person to person as some would pay that premium for a certain brand, yet I think there can be some bare minimum standard of that feel good factor that can be established at an overall average, IUKWIM. If not a meter then at least it should be expressed in some standardized way in the review to add another dimension for the viewers in better understanding the device. For example some find a heavy large bulkier device in their hand while others prefer to hold a more compact and light weight device. While a vast majority of people wouldn't like a phone that feels light to the extent of feeling weak or cheap. In my opinion Xperia strikes that perfect balance. I like the 1 ii the most for that matter. Even the 1 iii doesn't feel as good as the 1 ii does in my opinion. Looking forward, cheers.

[@mh7711]

Sony (1V and I guess 1VI) produces excelent (not overprocessed) Raw-Files that can be edited in Lightroom perfectly! You can raise the quality and details in the Sony Raws so much compared to their Jpgs. It is absolutely impressive. With Samsung S24u for example you get very bad Raws (Pro Mode and Expert Raw) because they are already highly processed and they are not real Raws, only processed Jpgs in a Raw-Container. A thirdparty app can solve this little bit (motionCam or gCam), but it is tricky and not always good. So for photograper-freaks the Sony is way better than any other phone.

[@leetronix]

Basil, fantastic detailed camera session. Some great points and in-depth explanations 👏👏 I think I said this last time, but it's just not quite good enough for me to wish to change from my 1V. I still feel it's a side grade. However, that said, if anyone is looking to purchase a Sony for the first time or it's been a while or change from a different phone, then most definitely buy the Sony 1 VI.

[@Ben-AP]

I don't think using moon photos as an example of telephoto performance is all that great. Pretty sure all of the shown brands just do some sort of moon detection and then paste in additional detail that is not actually capture by the camera.

[@tech_edit]

That's a vey fair point. There are some garden gnome zoom shots as well for comparison at 15:29 - wonder if there's a garden gnome object recognition AI detail enhancer too 😅

[@bloodytoad2010]

Adding details to images .

[@ama-tu-an-ki]

Balanced review, TY

[@Eric-tx5cf]

I think I would like to see the following: 1. The headphone jack if it supports higher ohm for other higher quality headphones or earphones. 2. The Gaming Performance (i.e. Genshin after 30 min of gameplay). 3. The speakers 4. How good is the display under the sunlight and in the dark

[@l2etranger]

Haters most likely never had a Xperia phone before, they may recite any device specs, but that’s all they’ve got: it’s all on the sheets they’re looking at.

[@aideyp7333]

I picked this up yesterday, I gave the macro camera a quick try, it's pretty good. A nice USP for those into that feature 😎

[@MarekKR69]

Auto mode is finally good? In telephoto im interested only in day, generally i would expect good quality details from photo/video on day (With telephoto) and night (main camera only) without any manual settings. It has problems with overexposure in automode or not? I mean i know i could go for s24u for example but i like the fact it has 3.5 jaxk and i like Sony plus I'm not sure but i think tehre will be more details in not that hard overshapened picture, on the other hand Samsung has 200 mpix main camera..

[@namikazemitsuhide6803]

20:13 you can just tap once anywhere actually, not just the x2 time. You can tap on the x1 time and engage the slider.

[@marcin363]

What they need to improve is too tiny sensor sizes and wide lens should really be 12mm. Also it's time for 16GB of ram and 512GB of rom. Then they can scrap micro sd card. Btw is sony album app included?

[@disaffected_malcontent]

can you talk about the Xperia 10 VI too please :)

[@DanAuto]

I have been a loyal sony fan back since the sony Ericsson days . Ive been rocking my original Xperia 1 since 2019 its been faultless. However my network in Australia is switching off 3G. So i have no choice but to upgrade the handset. The new Xperia 1 VI just became available to order here in Australia,so im very excited to see the big jump in technology compared to my old 2019 model Xperia.

[@tech_edit]

Enjoy it!

[@angelevarcurioso8523]

Lower pixel density is actually better in lowlight situations and has higher DR

[@aideyp7333]

I'll probably be preordering it, as I like the improved zoom, the tele macro plus the longer-lasting battery. Although looking at 15:29, it shows that Sony needs to change the telephoto from 12 to 48mp to retain detail and add an AF to the selfie (like they did on my old XZ Premium!!) It really seems as though this is the Xperia 1 IV (b) as Sony is only changing a single camera each year (since the IV) Hopefully, next year Sony upgrade all the cameras, as I was hoping the rumours were true and all cameras were improved sensor-wise size.

[@everythingisalllies2141]

can you do focus bracketing or focus stacking with the sony? Like, in manual focus mode, can the camera do burst capture, so that i can change the focus as it takes pics? The huawei does really fast burst photography, but only in auto focus mode. The sony doesn't do as much in phone post processing, but the Huawei does. but what do the images look like from the sony after ive played with them in Lumina Neo? Shots from my Huawei P60 Art (one step up from the p60 Pro) often can't be improved much in Lumina, but I bet the pics from the sony will benefit a lot from edits in Neo. Anyone have anything to contribute? Any one done this that can upload example images before and after. I really enjoy editing my best shots myself.

[@eduardodavid4205]

Do you think mark V will get some of the

[@raghuraman9868]

Hello mate, thanks for your detailed review on sony smartphone 🎉

[@cristisun184]

There is no smartphone camera system to rule them all and in the end it is a very competent system.For preorder you get the xm5 headphones witch make Sense for the price but some of us don't need the xm5 so again this device should be lower in price more or less as the S23 plus.Many articles are coming out saying that the PRO-C will be the technical marvel that is to come from Sony but I dont want to imagine the price.

[@citrocar1028]

Goodness, seeing this chum after ages 😮! Why don't I get his vids suggested?

[@namelesssnitchy]

can you make seemless zoom video recording with all lenses? including the selfie lens?

[@alxgr752]

From 1 IV seamless zoom is available.

[@federic0]

my huawei mate 60 pro is fantastic at macro. video and photo. nice video!

[@tech_edit]

Yes it is, thanks for the comment. Basil

[@edis.s]

Watching this on my Find x3 Pro and thinking seriously about upgrading to Xperia VI

[@user-mv6li9wr1k]

Does the Xperia 1 VI still have dynamic vibration during movies / videos? Sony don’t even mention this on their website and always thought it was quite a cool and immersive feature.

[@Roomyverse]

Thanks for the video. What about the 48mps mode? Was that useful?

[@tech_edit]

Yes, in good light shots taken in it are more croppable for sure. This is from my full review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWi1gHyfidmdqMUsi=Z2qHA4KyHHL_sNgc&t=859 only a short insight but hopefully that helps :) Basil

[@michaelhuber2013]

Good video, thanks. If all cameras were so good like the main cam, more people would buy this phone.....

[@tech_edit]

100% agree, thanks for the comment. Basil

[@dragomirivanov7501]

how to solder the battery

[@ph1785]

Is it better than the Pixel 8 Pro? The photos, I saw some comparisons on KZbin, it seems the Xperia has improved from the last model, but the Pixel edges it out a bit. Sony photos seem not as processed more original and true to colors.

[@alkeryn1700]

preordered mine. only decent flagship nowadays.

[@M3M3M32]

I think i will hold out for the Samsung unpacked event and see what the Galaxy Flip 6 is like. The new screen resolution and size is a letdown for me compared to previous xperias. Need to compare it in a store to see what phone my next one will be. Also how come they do not include a charger any more. That is just cheap....

[@WaniMedia]

I have the 1V for year now, probably upgrade in 2-3 years again (or until i break it 😮)

[@ringo.d]

Thank you for the Video! For sure i would go for the Samsung Ultra as my father has it but i need memory expansion for my music and the headphonejack is also welcome (if it is better than in the 1V:). I preordered it at 15th and hope i will get it soon! Yesterday i heard about Pro-c and was not sure to cancel my order and wait for the new Pro for the better sensor but then i read that it will come "maybe" in october or later:/ My Samsung 20+ has battery issues, the photos are not very good and all the phones i tried this and last year could not satisfy me at least for memory issues and softwareproblems, thats why i will be waiting for the 1Vi;) best regards from Ringo

[@alikhan12301]

please compare display quality (xperia 1 vi & s24 ultra & xperia 1 v)

[@mdmikrail7386]

Plzz A Camera Comparison Between Sony And Apple And Samsung

[@elmikis8649]

The only Android phones I like are Motorola, Pixel and Xperia,sadly Sony is not coming to USA.

[@SunsetNova]

How is sound via the improved DAC?

[@radeklenartowicz4633]

Xperias have always had snapdragon integrated dac, so since it’s a switch from 8 gen 2 to 8 gen 3, I wouldn’t expect drastic changes.

[@UKRedSnow]

Thank you for one of the most honest reviews about this device. I was genuinely excited with rumours way back that Sony were going to do a wholesale upgrade of all sensors, but unfortunately they didn't. For now, its a no to coming back to Sony

[@deathdoor]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but the camera software is till NOT final, right? I think Sony promised that all features and camera applications will come later, right?

[@tech_edit]

Yes and no. The version I tested is final in that it is the software launching with the phone's general release, but there will be an update to add more pro video functionality. This will be made available in Autumn. Hope that helps! Basil

[@deathdoor]

@@tech_edit Thanks, excelente review as always, very complete.

[@nikolajovic1871]

camera comparison p70 ultra vs 1vi?

[@TheOne18263]

Stupid question but does this mean the main camera sensor is smaller on the vi than on the 1 iii ? Apparently it's 1/1.7 Vs 1/3.5?

[@tech_edit]

No stupid questions unless they're mean spirited or trolling. Hopefully this helps: Xperia 1 VI main camera: Sensor size: 1/1.35" Xperia 1 III main camera: Sensor size: 1/1.7" So the Xperia 1 VI sensor is bigger. You're referring to the telephoto camera with the 1/3.5" sensor, and you're actually right on that one. Xperia 1 VI tele camera: Sensor size: 1/3.5" Xperia 1 III tele camera: Sensor size: 1/2.9" But with the 1 VI, you get continuous zoom and excellent range from 85mm to 170mm. Have a great day, Basil

[@garfieldmtify]

hmmm, I figure interms of photography any camera Sony puts out it will be good so no stressing or fuss about that. Where I would like SONY to seriously take LEAD is video. I own a couple of SONY cameras (A1 & A7Siii) so a SONY mobile would be seriously welcomed for many reasons especially the flagship mobile. After looking at your video, hearing what you said, it still looks to me SONY is not going make me change from IOS when I really would like to. Thanks for video.

[@frankgnagy6316]

Regarding to the spec sheet of the Xperia 1 VI on the UK web site, it does not have OIS for the 85-170 and it also does not record 4K 120 on the 85-170. The Xperia 1 V did not have this restriction on the telephoto lens. Is this due to the added macro capabilities? Great video by the way, liled it a lot.

[@tech_edit]

Thanks! Good news, it definitely does record 4K 120 with the tele and does have OIS. Basil

[@frankgnagy6316]

@@tech_edit Thanks for confirmation. Then this is great news. I favour battery life over the 4K screen, this device might be for me :-)

[@tech_edit]

I've moved onto another phone as my daily driver and am missing the Xperia already. The battery life really is great. Basil

[@Tube2097]

I hear the speakers are apparently top tier. The screen looks gorgeous for an FHD+ and the phone itself is a sex bomb!

[@firstime911]

Does the photo quality is better than S24 ultra and Iphone 15 promax..? THank you I traded my Xperia 1v for iphone 15 promax last year.. and now havign S24 ultra.. I somewhat miss the sony feel.

[@JZhao-jr1ur]

The front camera’s stabilisation under low light looks terrible 🙊

[@supervid8871]

Yep it has some cons, but amount of pros which outweigh heavily just stunning. Sony did a great job no doubt

[@carezzando7]

Sony doesn't like artificial images created by AI, even if they look beautiful to the untrained eye, but it's clear that they believe that cameras should capture the truth optically. Sony always says that it's for creators, but they probably think that if anyone can take the same photo with AI, it's not creative. I personally agree with the idea of ​​reflecting the photographer's intention, and in fact, the optical photos created by Sony have a more natural finish than those processed by AI. Above all, photos created by AI are not interesting because you can't tell the photographer's intention when you look at them. However, I agree that there are disadvantages to trying to cover everything optically in the limited space of a smartphone, such as not being able to make the sensor larger. Also, Sony is technically capable of completely suppressing overexposure automatically, but the reason they don't do this is a mystery as to whether there is a problem with the image creation that Sony is aiming for, or whether they dislike the idea of ​​brightening only the dark parts and resulting in a flat image. I do think that Sony's direction is effective in expressing the brightness of the light source and the glossiness of the subject, but I prefer relatively low-key photos, so when I use Xperia, I often take photos with negative exposure compensation.

[@johnlesoudeur3653]

Sound, DAC quality?

[@danishblunt9698]

same as previous gen, rather meh.

[@fantasytky28]

@@danishblunt9698 try harder

[@danishblunt9698]

@@fantasytky28 lmao the butthurt pleb came all the way from reddit 🤣🤣🤣

[@gorakhvanjare7269]

Only downfall is display aspect which should not be changed

[@Vav_01]

OS overview

[@imagexr]

Such a shame Sony havent addressed PWM concerns with this screen, most manufacturers are moving towards eye friendly screens.

[@dulsanglama7412]

❤❤❤

[@Dragontrumpetare]

Was thinking. Maybe Sony is tired of the question of leaving the cellphone market that they gone against for years. So to go against that maybe the rethinking their approach to get more mainstream and less nisch. So the pro models maybe doing a comeback while xperia 1 and 5 get less nisch and more mainstream and the 10 is all mainstream. Could mean growing in markets. I dont like leaving 21:9 but sure less apps would work strange when it comes to screen format. Do hate you cant even film in 21:9.

[@user-jk4zd6ly7q]

if the main camera is a 1 inch sensor and the other two are at least half inch then I buy, I know this is possible.

[@awesomeguy9115]

Please do a gaming review and also check wheter it got 120fps on pubg or not pleaese love from pakistan ♥️🇵🇰

[@williehendriks4674]

Thank you, finally a decent review about the camera zoom, moon shots explanations etc. Unfortunately Sony does not allow couriers outside Sony Approved country sites, so me in South Africa can not buy it, since Sony does not sell their phones in Africa for example, Sony confirmed via email they only ship to local countries which has the phone available. Sony loosing a lot of buyers due to this.

[@ollienilson1644]

Macro videos, pleace. Thankyou.

[@alexissinclair8733]

In U.S. market sony will release xperia Pro-C..dont worry

[@eduardodavid4205]

Still have 1 inch sensor as the V?

[@michalvesely6659]

Xperia V havent 1 inch sensor :) 1 inch have only PRO-I ....

[@bernardcaillouet5565]

Why would Sony not launch this phone in US? I had decided this was going to be my next phone.

[@krishnasingh-jn6zz]

Don't know why they remove

[@kaiting1981]

Battery life? What is the charging speed?

[@alxgr752]

Good. Check gsmarena review. Charging like previous - 30W wired, 15W wireless

[@naimeshirou9734]

I see Tower of Fantasy! I need gaming review of this phone. My xperia 1 is not ok with game like ToF and Genshin.

[@Zw1nter]

Hearing you repeat the names of these phones, xD Just call em Jim or Jon

[@maanch47]

I don’t know which one to buy xperia 1 V or Xperia 1 Vi my priority is just gaming , camera and multi media can you guide me?

[@tech_edit]

Because of the battery and gaming benefits of the new screen and vapour chamber, as your priority is gaming, definitely the 1 VI. Also I do appreciate the extra zoom and macro. That's what I'd choose. Hope that helps! Basil

[@maanch47]

@@tech_edit will it be worth 300$ more to buy the vi to get these features?

[@tech_edit]

For me, yes. More power, better cooling, MUCH better battery, which is key for me. Plus much better zoom and I prefer the aspect ratio. But it really depends on what's a smart, affordable choice for you.

[@maanch47]

@@tech_edit sorry to bother you again the only thing i worry is about the decrease in screen resolution will it is a major decrease or unnoticeable and also the aspect ratio 21:9 was better or this one

[@InspireYourself33]

OMG!! The lens blur is actually the lens itself not AI like other devices out there. i can tell!!!

[@thatsalamebro-et8hb]

Wait... Xiaomi 14 Ultra features macro on three of its four cameras (on main + both Teles).

[@tech_edit]

Yes, they support macro on the ultra-wide up close, but the telephoto cameras don't focus anywhere near as close. Here's a brief blurb I wrote on telemacro cameras for a Digital Camera World. It explains why the Sony implementation of a near focus distance plus a telephoto camera is ideal. Hope that clarifies what I mean: "Telephoto macro photography, also known as telemacro, involves using the telephoto lens to capture close-up photos and offers numerous benefits. It adds distance between the subject and the photographer (particularly handy for shots of insects). This, in turn, eradicates shadows typically associated with macro photography and also eliminates wide-angle distortion."

[@seanburns1972]

I thought Sony used T coating on the lenses but I spotted alot of flaring

[@carezzando7]

This is due to reflections from the glass in the front that protects the lens. Only the main camera has a special coating applied to it.

[@intelligentinvestor5423]

What about Xperia 1 VI Premium 21:9 4k 120hz refresh rate for premium users!!!

[@rushikesh3443]

Adding an SD card is better than paying extra 100 dollars for 512 gb version.

[@sidersproductions941]

You buy a Sony phone because you love Sony and their philosophies not because they put out the best image quality. You just have to be ok with that. The camera UI is unmatched on a phone and they still support two of the greatest hardware legacy features in the microSD card slot and 3.5mm headphone jack. At least the VI does have class leading battery life now.

[@BrbZrk_2]

2x lossless zoom in VIDEO??? !noooo? Just with photo right???

[@LeviesForce]

xperia best phone in world

[@pillepolle3122]

no. WORST phone

[@tiagomachado5360]

Bro, I have the 1 V and although I love my device, I highly disagree.

[@Robwantsacurry]

On my Xperia 1 V I can record 4K 120 fps video directly onto a Sandisk Extreme Pro memory card with no issues whatsoever. So storage is a non issue, in fact it is easier to edit, with the toolless SD card tray, I pan pop the SD card into a card reader and access the footage directly on my PC.

[@smilingface2006]

speaker speaker

[@user-jgn1944]

A Real pity it's overpriced by around £200/300 against the Google 8 pro.