New Sony Iquisper XZ 1. Sony Xperia XZ1 smartphone review: former style, top filling and moderate price. Design. Perfect Loop Surface.

Sony Xperia XZ1 is one of the most important announcements within the framework of IFA 2017. Although the Japanese company has shown two more smartphones, but it is XPERIA XZ1 that attracts the most attention. Therefore, with him and let's start!

SONY XPERIA XZ1 Specifications

• Display: 5.2 ", 1920 x 1080 Points, ~ 420 PPI, IPS Triluminos, Dynamic Contrast Enhancer, SRGB 138%, 600 NIT, Glass 2,5D, Gorilla Glass 5
• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon. 835, 8 cores (KRYO 280 Performance 2450 MHz + Kryo 280 Efficiency 1900 MHz), 10 Nm, Adreno 540 Video Score
• RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4
• Built-in memory: 64 GB UFS 2.1
• Main Camera: 19 MP, 1/2 "Exmor RS, Lens 25mm G Lens, Aperture F2.0, Physical Pixel Size 1.22 μm, Motion Eye Technology, Three-Layer Image Sensor with Built-in DRAM Memory
• Front camera: 13 megapixel, lens 22mm, 1/3.06 "Exmor RS
• Communication: 4G LTE, 3G, 802.11 AC, Bluetooth 5.0
• Connectors: USB Type-C 3.1, Mini Jack 3.5 mm
• Battery: 2700 Mach, Fast Charging Quick Charge 3.0, Smart Stamina 3.0, Qnovo
• Case Material: Glass, Metal
• Operating system: Android 8.0 Oreo
• Dimensions: 148 x 73 x 7.4 mm, weight - 156 grams
• Features: Waterproofing for IP65 / 68, Fast Fingerprint Sensor In Power Button, Support, 3D Creator

First impressions of Sony Xperia XZ1

Initially, after leaks of Xperia XZ1 renders, I was tuned towards this device, to put it mildly, skeptical.

Thoughts were sworn in the head - "Loop Surface is cool, but how much old ideas can be exploited!", "Where is the cramless design?!", "Why such a huge framework?, And the question" Why pay for Xperia XZ1, if there is Xperia XZS with such The camera, but noticeably cheaper (at least on the gray market). "

Most of these internal exclamations evaporated as soon as I took Xperia Xz1 in hand. There were enough pairs of moments to understand - this is another phone that skillfully masked under the past flagships of Sony Xperia.

Design. Perfect Loop Surface.

At first it was difficult to understand how Sony designers managed to improve the already licked Loop Surface concept. Apparently, the slogan "no limit perfection" is most suitable for Sony Xperia smartphones. Without changing dramatically design, they manage to show more and more cool, technologically products. It is worthy of respect.

From the point of view of design, Xperia XZ1 A bright sample of engineering thought of the Japanese company. As a pre-war Japanese Katana, it is honed and brought to the brilliance.

The flagships of Sony Xperia are no longer an iPhone in the Android world, but Porsche in the world of automotive industry. Awesome gossip and persistent followed by their ideals.

The Xperia XZ1 case is made of a single piece of aluminum. The lower and top ends are covered with plastic. The quality of execution reminded premium music players Walkman, everything is so cool.

Very surprised antennas, they are already four pieces and they are embedded with grace, inaccessible to most manufacturers. Such a solution is not only for beauty to show the skill of Sony Mobile engineers, but also for a practical purpose - due to 4 antennas catch LTE Advanced and gigabit internet with it. There are already such miracles at MegaFon in Moscow.

The power button, combined with the fingerprint scanner, finally began to paint the body of the case. She became completely invisible on black.

Dimensions and ergonomics have become better than in or XZS. Many thanks to more smooth ends, as well as the smaller body thickness - was 8.1, it became 7.4 mm.

Screen. Good

High-quality IPS screen with FHD resolution and HDR support. The manufacturer declares brightness at the level of 600 NIT.

The corners of the reviews are maximum, black is good, contrast also at the level of top competitors. You can choose the color profiles like that.

In general, a good and pleasant eye screen with a traditional aspect ratio of 16: 9 and average resolution.

Camera. Motion Eye.

In Xperia XZ1, installed the most top chamber Sony - the IMX400 sensor, named Motion Eye, a bunch of sensors, tracking autofocus and super-slow motion 960 FPS.

Such a camera is in Xperia XZ Premium and XPERIA XZ1 Compact, which will tell in the next review.

Who is a little viewer of the Xperia XZ Premium camera, I advise you to look at the Xperia XZ1, LG G6 and Xperia X camera, which I did on IFA 2017:

Software and shell. Android 8.0 Oreo from the box

Software sony's provision XPERIA XZ1 surprises no less than his licked to the little detail design.

It will be the first phone on Snapdragon 835, working on Android 8.0 Oreo from the box. Moreover, there is not just the newest Android, it is already almost deprived of Sony's branded add-ons.

In fact, we have a phone on the Android 8.0 Oreo bow with minor splashes from Sony Mobile developers, such as improved SMART Stamina 3.0 energy saving mode and refinement in the screen area.

Settings almost do not differ from the stock Android Oreo, and the shell as a whole looks very close to the devices Google Pixel. What does it mean? This means that now the flagships of Sony Xperia will receive updates faster than other manufacturers of smartphones.

Having received a fresh version of Android OS 8.0 OREO, this smartphone in metal case replenished the flagship ruler. In addition to a powerful processor, among its advantages, a bright HDR display is, high-quality sound, a unique Motion Eye camera with an overall and predictive shooting, as well as a 3D scan function. News.hi-tech figured out in all the details of Sony Xperia XZ1

As part of the IFA 2017 exhibition, Sony announced the Xperia XZ1 smartphone and its compact version of XPERIA XZ1 Compact, which earned "from the box" on new version Android 8.0 Oreo. As in the flagship, one of the main "chips" of new models was the Motion Eye camera with the built-in buffer memoryThrough which the video is possible in the overall mode and predictive photography.

Sony's enviable persistence developers implement their vision of top devices, which, generally speaking, is inherent in any conservatism. As such "Vivita" correlates with modern trends of smart phon-building, let's look at the example of xperia xz1.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Specifications

• Model: G8342.
• OS: Android 8.0 (Oreo) with the Brand Shell Xperia
• Processor: 8-nuclear 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor (MSM8998), Armv8-A architecture, 4 kernel Kryo 280 (2.45 GHz) + 4 kernel Kryo 280 (1.9 GHz), HEXAGON 682 DSP coprocessor
• Graphic subsystem: Adreno 540 (710 MHz)
• RAM: 2-channel 32-bit (x64), 4 GB
• Data storage memory: 64 GB, UFS, MICROSD / HC / XC Memory Card Support (up to 256 GB)
• Screen: 5.2 inches, HDR IPS Triluminos (1920x1080 Points), X-Reality, Dynamic Contrast Enhancement, Pixel Density in Che 424 PPI, Color Coverage 138% SRGB, Protective Glass Corning Gorilla Glass 5
• Motion Eye main chamber: 19 MP, Exmor RS (optical size 1 / 2.3 inches, pixel 1.22 μm), Wide-angle lens G Lens, EFR 25 mm, Aperture F / 2.0, 8-fold digital zoom, predictive hybrid autofocus , LED flash, superfluous HD video 960 FPS, video 4k
• Front Camera 13 MP, Exmor RS, (optical size 1 / 3.06 inches), wide-angle lens, EFR 22 mm, Aperture F / 2.0
• Network: GSM / GPRS / EDGE, UMTS HSPA +, LTE CAT.16 (up to 1024/150 Mbps)
• Interfaces: Bluetooth 5.0 (APTX HD), Wi-Fi 802.11 AC / B / G / N (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz), Miracast, Google Cast, DLNA, NFC, USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen. 1, OTG)
• SIM-Card format: Nanosim (4FF)
• First Slot: Nanosim
• Second Slot: Nanosim (Dual Sim Dual Stand-BY) or MicroSD / HD / XC
• Sound: LDAC, Dsee HX, High-Resolution Audio, Clear Audio +, S-Force Front Surround
• NAVIGATION: GPS / GLONASS, A-GPS
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Light and Approximation Sensors, Gyro, Compass (Hall Sensor), Dactyloskopic Scanner
• Battery: non-removable, lithium polymer, 2,700 mA * h, support fast charging Quick Charge 3.0 and Adaptive Qnovo, Battery Care
• Features: Dustproofness and Waterproof (IP65 / IP68)
• Dimensions: 148x73x7,4 mm
• Weight: 156 grams
• Color: Black, Moonlight, Warm Silver, Pink Dawn

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Design, Ergonomics

Neat "brick" topical smartphone Xperia is easily recognizable even from afar. Although branded design over time somehow changes, but its overall style remains unchanged. B Models of Xperia XZ1 developed the concept of Loop Surface, also tested on the main flagship of the line -. In it, as is well known, the idea of \u200b\u200ba continuous surface is laid. Only now glass and polycarbonate replaced with metal.

The fact is that rear panel The device is a single whole along with side ribs, as it is made of solid aluminum alloy sheet. The deposits for Xperia XZ1 chose the following - black, lunar blue, warm silver and pink dawn (the device in such a color got to us for a test). Unlike a glass surface, on the matte metal, fingerprints are practically not visible.

Radio transparent areas for antennas are externally decorated in the types of elegant fine inserts on the sidewalls (moreover, judging by the arrangement of the antennas in the description, the ends of the case are and the ends of the corps). The new flagship looks great, and in the palm of the palm lies very convenient, you can say, confidently, which largely contributes to the "classic" size of the screen (5.2 inches) and the shape of the housing with rounded faces. Xperia XZ1 dimensions are 148x73x7.4 mm, and the weight is 156 grams. The new flagship, as, was certified for compliance with IP65 / IP68 standards, which promises full dustiness (IP6x), protection against low-pressure water jets (IPX5) and even work in immersed mode (IPX8). Nevertheless, the manufacturer guarantees protection only from rain and washing under the crane, but for some reason it forbids the apparatus completely into the water.

The entire front panel is closed by protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass 5, but contrary to the fashionable trend of the "limitless" screen, the frame around the Xperia XZ1 is noticeably wide. However, it is they who allow you to comfortably keep the smartphone and in portrait and in landscape orientationwithout touching the screen.

In addition, the lower and the upper dies shelted stereo speakers, one of which is used as "conversational". A slightly lower than his decorative lattice were sony's logo. The left is the front camera lens and the charging / notification LED indicator, and the right - sensors of approximation and illumination.

Pictograms "Triangle", "Circle" and "Square", which occupied the place at the bottom of the screen, are associated with the touch buttons of the control panel ("back", "home" and "recent applications").

A hole for the "Conversational" Microphone and USB Type-C connector for charging / synchronization (supports USB 3.1 Gen. 1 interface) occupied the lower end end of the case.

But the 3.5-mm connector (CTI) for the audio headset and the hole for the second microphone (noise reduction) were predictable in the upper end.

By good tradition on the right edge, between the volume of the volume and the selected key to shoot, the inclusion / blocking button of the oblong form is placed in which the ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is built.

The button is in a small niche, which does not interfere with easy to find it. It is worth noting that this is perhaps one of the most convenient locations of the dactyloscopic scanner in terms of unlocking the smartphone.

The left edge got a slot closed with a hermetic lid, which, however, is easy to pose a nail. A tray is fixed on the lid for an alternative installation of the second subscriber identification module (Nanosim format) or MicroSD memory card. Another not related to the lid tray is designed exclusively for the first Nanosim card. Even after a random opening of the slot cover, a smartphone reboot is performed.

The central portion of the rear panel was decorated with the Xperia logo,

and in its upper left corner, the lens of the main chamber was placed in its upper left corner, a slightly relevant a module consisting of a laser rangefinder, an infrared RGB-sensor of the color correction, LED flash and an NFC antenna region marked with the corresponding logo.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Screen

In the hardware parameters of the front camera change also did not occur. She got a 13 megapixel sensor Exmor RS (optical size 1 / 3.06 inches), and a wide-angle lens with EFR 22 mm boasts aperture F / 2.0. For selfie, it is proposed to activate the cosmetic effect of "soft skin". Among additional applications are offered, for example, various filters ("artistic") and the effects of augmented reality ("Ar-effect").

Full HD video quality is available for both cameras, while the main photo module provides frame rate not only 30 FPS, but also 60 FPS.

But the choice of shooting mode UHD 4K (3820x2160 pixels) @ 30 FPS for the main camera from a separate application has now moved to the settings. At the same time, as an alternative to the H.264 / AVC codec, you can use more advanced - H.265 / HEVC. If in a nutshell, then with the same picture of H.265 / HEVC, only half of the H.264 / AVC bit rate is required, which is important not only for transmission, but also for efficiently storing video content. In other words, videos in H.265 / HEVC significantly save place in memory.

In the "Video" mode, next to the recording button, there is a pictogram that is used to activate the overall (960 FPS) or simply slow (120 FPS) shooting with HD quality (1280x720 pixels). What a fragment looks like a similar record you can see, for example.

The 3D models constructor application using the Sony brand algorithm offers four scanning modes (heads, faces, food and arbitrary shape).

The scanning process itself resembles the creation of circular panoramas (360 degrees). The resulting images can be divided, as well as display them on a 3D printer.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Sound

The stereo speakers of Xperia XZ1 sounds flagship loudly and with acceptable quality, while the surround sound support is assigned to the FORTER FRONT SURROUND function. According to the manufacturer, it gives half the sound power than the previous Xperia models. The DSEE HX algorithms will help to restore the cropped frequencies of MP3 files with a low bit rate. But the Clearaudio + option in manual mode replaces the 5-band equalizer with presets. In turn, the dynamic normalizer aligns the volume of different audio tracks or video records. The Hi-Res Audio technology provides support for formats without loss of quality, such as FLAC.

Fortunately, Xperia flagships are quite conservative to give up a 3.5 mm connector for an audio headset today. At the same time, the sound of wired headphones (including with noise reduction function) is proposed to be automatically optimized. But for Bluetooth wireless accessories, LDAC and APTX HD codecs are available.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Stuffing, Performance

As well as the older model in the lineup -, the novelty is based on the most powerful chipset of Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, taken into account the design standards of 10 nm. Recall that the eight of its computational nuclei is broken into two clusters from Kryo 280 cores, while the first quartet is clocked with a frequency of up to 2.45 GHz, and the second is up to 1.9 GHz. Adreno 540 graphics accelerator supports DirectX 12, OpenGL ES 3.2, OpenCL 2.0. The built-in LTE modem X16 with the aggregation of carrier frequencies allows you to take data at a speed of up to 1 Gbit / s (Cat. 16). In addition, the new chip includes bluetooth modules 5.0 and Wi-Fi (including 802.11ad and 802.11ac Wave-2). The basic configuration of Xperia XZ1 is complemented by 4 GB random access memory.

TestingSonyXperia.Xz1 . RESULTS IN ANTUTU Benchmark

TestingSony Xperia XZ1. Results in Benchmark GEEKBENCH

TestingSony Xperia XZ1 . Results in visual test EPIC.Citadel.

Judging by the results presented above, it simply does not arise to the performance of the new flagship.

The number of fast-built-in memory of the UFS type reaches 64 GB, with approximately 50.9 GB, and free even less. You can expand the repository of the MicroSD / HC / XC memory card with a volume of up to 256 GB for which the location is provided on the combined tray. In addition, USB-OTG technology allows us to connect conventional flash drives to the device.

The new flagship in the fourth generation networks works in important for Russia frequency bands LTE-FDD - B3 (1 800 MHz), B7 (2,600 MHz) and B20 (800 MHz). High-speed mobile Internet support gives Xperia XZ1 another plus, which in domestic realities is only significant for Moscow MegaFon's Moscow subscribers, which recently launched a LTE gigabit network (Cat. 16). The wireless communications set also includes Wi-Fi 802.11 AS / B / G / N / (2.4 and 5 GHz), Miracast, Google Cast, DLNA, Bluetooth 5.0 (LDAC, APTX HD) and NFC.

With the application "Moscow Transport Maps" is read by the Troika balance. In addition, the NFC interface is required for the Android Pay service.

Satellite systems, including GPS and GLONASS, can be used to determine location and navigation. The coordination mode for Wi-Fi and cellular networks is also available (A-GPS).

The capacitance of the non-removable battery in Xperia XZ1 is only 2,700 mA * h, which, generally speaking, is somewhat surprising. After all, hope for good autonomy with such a battery, a little chances. To some extent, the situation could save the fast charging of Quick Charge 3.0, but the corresponding adapter is not included in the standard package (you need to purchase separately). Adaptive charging technology from QNOVO increases battery life (according to the manufacturer) almost twice.

The low energy intensity of the battery The Antutu Tester program appreciated in 6 997 points. Test set of videos in MP4 format (hardware decoding) and Full HD quality on full brightness spinning continuously for about 6.5 hours. The result, how to say, is not impressive.

Stamina and Ultra Stamina energy saving modes are served to extend the autonomy of the new smartphone. But radically correct the situation, they certainly cannot.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Software Features

As already noted, Xperia XZ1 directly "out of the box" runs running the newest version of the operating android systems 8.0 Oreo. Its interface replaces the Xperia branded shell, which, however, is similar in many ways.

In addition to selecting wallpaper and themes, in the settings it is easy to change the grid of icons, as well as determine the type of transition between the screens.

Due to the presence of a finger-block scanner embedded in the on / lock button, fingerprints are conveniently used to further protect the smartphone (together, for example, with the PIN-code entry).

Like on, the new flagship got a set preset applications, including "album", "video", "Music", "Files", Slideshow Designer from Movie Creator Photo, Xperia Lounge Entertainment Aggregator, etc.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Purchase, Conclusions

Flagship Xperia XZ1, keeping traditional style in his design top smartphones Sony, boasts the body from a solid metal sheet. TO distinctive traits This device should be attributed to high performance, bright HDR display, fast LTE modem, high-quality sound and stereo speakers, as well as protection of the housing from water and dust. In addition, the camera with an overall and predicative shooting, but never received a couple, is now supplemented by the 3D scan function.

Contrary to modern trends, Xperia XZ1 has a fairly wide frame around the display. Besides, in a set with a smartphone does not have a quick charging adapter, and when installing the second subscriber identification module, you have to sacrifice a card to expand memory (and vice versa). However, the most significant disadvantage was low autonomy Xperia XZ1.

At the same time, the new flagship differs not only by the size and resolution of the HDR screen, but also at the price (for the better, of course). Thus, at the time of testing in large retail networks for Xperia XZ1, 49,990 rubles were asked (against 54,990 rubles for). But even within this amount, Sony's innovations there are quite a few competitors. For example, for exactly the same money (49,990 rubles) offer a "galactic" premium model, which is famous for its "limitless" screen, high-quality camera and excellent autonomy. Or, for example, a smartphone with top "minced meat", where references deserve more than a decent chamber and sound, which was rated by 10 thousand cheaper (39,990 rubles). So "hook" the next flagship novelty of buyers who are not Xperia fans will not be so easy.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Smartphone Review

Pros:

• Solid metal sheet
• Flagship performance
• Bright HDR display
• Camera with supercounted and predicative surveillance, as well as 3D scanning
• Fast LTE modem
• Qualitative sound and stereo speakers
• Protection of the case from water and dust

Minuses:

• Low autonomy
• Wide displays
• Mandatory choice between the second SIM card and memory expansion
• Includes there is no fast charging adapter

Among the innovations shown in IFA 2017, the XZ1 ranks first, and the reader may have an erroneous opinion, as if this is a new flagship of the company. In fact, this model is under XZ Premium, that is, it is not quite a flagship, but just a smartphone with very good characteristics.

Characteristics

Specifications
Dimensions	148x73.4x7.4 mm
Weight	155 grams
Materials housing	Aluminum and plastic
Screen diagonal	5.2 inches
Screen resolution	1920x1080 Points
Type of matrix	IPS.
Protective covering	Glass Gorilla Glass 5
Oleophobic coating	there is
Net	2G: 850/900/1800/1900 3G: 850/900/1700/1900/2100 4G: B3 / B7 / B20 / B38 LTE CAT.15 Volte. Two SIM cards
Platform	Qualcomm Snapdragon 835.
CPU	Eight-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
Video accelerator	Adreno 540.
Inner memory	64 GB
RAM	4 GB
Memory card slot	There are combined
Wi-Fi	b / G / N / AC, dual-band, Wi-Fi Calling
Bluetooth	5.0, APTX HD, LE
NFC.	there is
Main camera	19 MP, f / 2.0, 25mm, electronic stabilization
Front-camera	13 MP, F / 2.0
Navigation	GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Sensors	Fingerprint Scanner, Gyroscope, Barometer, Compass, Lighting and Approximation Sensors
Battery	Li-ion, 2700 mAh, non-removable
Cost	50 000 rubles

Equipment

• Smartphone
• Charger
• Cable for connecting to a PC (also part of the charger)

Appearance, materials

The design of the smartphone echoes the appearance of the current and past Sony flagships. The same strict lines and sharp corners, as well as large frames from above and below. After hundreds of Chinese design from Sony as a sip of fresh air, despite the fact that the company has already been exploited for quite a long time.

In contrast to the XZ1 Compact, the usual XZ1 has an aluminum case and plastic inserts from above and below. I must note, thanks to this, the device is much more pleasant to keep in hand, it is completely different in a different way.

The smartphone will be sold in three colors: black, silver and blue, I have exactly the last color on the test. There is also a pink version of the apparatus, but in Russia it will not be sold.

I can not not note that, unlike most other companies, in Sony make the facial side of the body of the same color as the rear, and do not leave it trite black or white.

The device is certified according to the IP68 standard, it can be immersed in water to a depth of one meter for half an hour, but I do not recommend abuse. The slightest gap in the plug, and you can lose guarantees.

Control elements, assembly

Above the screen are a mesh conversational speaker, Lighting and approximation sensors, front camera and LED indicator.

Under the display, you can see the external speaker, together with the conversation they form a stereo pair.

At the bottom, the port of Type C and the microphone are located, and on the top - minijacks and a hole of the second microphone.

On the right, the volume of the volume adjustment and the power button is set. The fingerprint scanner entered the last one. This is the original solution, none of the other major manufacturers of smartphones uses it. Side scanner is a stick about two ends. On the one hand, you take a smartphone in your hand, the finger immediately falls on the power button, and the device is easy to unlock, on the other - if you need to see notifications on the lock screen, it is better to turn on the display with another finger, otherwise you will immediately find yourself on the desktop.

The tray for the SIM card and memory card is hidden under the block on the left. I can not not note the complex procedure for extracting the tray, it needs to pose a nail for a small protrusion and only then pull out. Unlike XZ1 Compact, XZ1 can work with two SIM cards.

It was found from the device and a place for a separate camera button. Its long press starts the camera from any application or directly from the lock screen. During filming, using the button, you can focus on the object or immediately take a picture.

Rear are the main 19 MP camera, flash and NFC module. The camera has a small protrusion, less than a millimeter, it can be noticed only if you look at it.

The assembly of the device is excellent, symptoms and backlays are missing.

Gabarits.

Our commentators love to scold Sony for the wide frames from above and below, they say, they strongly affect the dimensions of the smartphone. On the one hand, they are right, and on the other - in my daily use did not arise with this special problems. Yes, the smartphone is slightly more elongated, but it does not interfere at all when used. Moreover, the lower frame allows it to hold it with two fingers, which is very convenient.

I liked that the smartphone is thin, narrow and light. Yes, many write about the fact that the device would be thicker, but had more cream battery, but I do not agree with such a point of view. Slim I. easy phone It is completely different.

Screen

In my opinion, XZ1 has perfect resolution and display diagonal. The screen is not huge, but not small, the resolution is quite large, but not excessive. In this regard, the XZ1 is much balanced by its compact version.

Once again, I would note that for several years in Sony made a large jerk on the screens. Instead of the whites, they began to demonstrate natural color reproduction, the viewing angles and behavior in the sun were significantly improved. By the way, if you wish, you can independently change the color scrolling of the screen in the settings. The oleophobic coating is excellent, the finger will easily slide on the screen, prints quickly rub off.

From the disadvantages, the display of white in the corners will be released: with a horizontal deviation, it goes into red tones, and with vertical - yellow. Honestly, I notice it only when you turn on the smartphone when it lies on the table and on the entire display a black logo is displayed on a white background.

Operating system

This is one of the few smartphones, from the box running on Android 8.0. Moreover, there is not exactly the stock android, but its modification from Sony with small additions. The more goodbye to see such efficiency in the update of its devices to actual version Android.

Separately, I note that Sony every year makes his shell more and more laconic, and gradually it is more and more reminds clean AndroidAt the same time, the gallery branded chips, the player and other applications do not go anywhere.

Performance

Almost stock Android and top filling allow the device to work very quickly, and if you add fast UFS memory to this, then everything becomes very good. As for heating, most of the time the case of the smartphone is cool, it is heated only in benchmarks and the most productive toys.

Autonomous work

First of all, it is worth noting that for a small thickness and weight you always have to pay the battery capacity. But Sony tried to make users not feel problems with time autonomous work. In the shell there is a separate Stamina mode, it reduces the background activity of applications, as a result, the device can work longer. With a low charge, the smartphone proposes to enable this mode automatically.

In case of everyday use, you can count on three hours of the display on the maximum brightness. This is the most guaranteed minimum at maximum load. If you use 50% of brightness and Stamina mode, then this time is perfectly increased twice.

The results in our synthetic tests are medium, however, I can not say that he felt the need to recharge the smartphone during the day, until the evening his charge is great enough.

At the same time, the device supports QuickCharge 3.0 technology, so for half an hour you will easily get 60% of the charge, and in an hour - almost fully charged apparatus (92%).

Camera

IN sony review XPERIA XZ1 Compact I was filmed in the "soupowend", which is enabled by default. A number of readers noted that you need to choose manual mode. His key difference In the manual there is no automatic (and sometimes wrong) scene selection, and the result, in theory, should be better. I made a couple of nightly pictures in manual and soupover, below - a small comparison of two night photos, on the left in the manual, on the right in autores.

As you can see, nightly pictures are given to a smartphone badly in any case, just authorship through the brightness, and it is not always good.

With artificial lighting, the device copes much better. Yes, the detailing suffers a little, but in general, I like the pictures.

The smartphone is able to shoot video in resolution up to 4K, there is also a separate cool mode of super-grumbling. Within five seconds you can get Super Slo-Mo video, look such delays very effectively, it is a pity that they are limited in time.

Wireless interfaces

I really like Sony's attention to wireless interfaces: all those small filhes that ignore many companies, in Sony be sure to add, for example, the same Volte and Wi-Fi Calling. By the way, both functions are already working in Moscow, colleagues told about their correct work on this smartphone. I myself, unfortunately, could not connect to Wi-Fi Calling, I was present the icon, but when calling I was simply not heard. Separately, I note that other users had no such problems.

Also this is one of several smartphones supporting a gigabit mobile Internet "MegaFon".

It uses a fresh version of Bluetooth, it enlarged the range of work with devices and the stability of the connection.

Unlike the XZ1 Compact, the older version has slots for two SIM cards, however, the slot here is hybrid.

The NFC module works with Android Pay and travel "Troika" (there is support for Mifare Classic).

Sound

In the apparatus good quality Sound, it concerns both external stereo speakers and sound in headphones. Smartphone will easily replace both the portable column and a separate player.

Conclusion

I did not have any complaints about the quality of transmission of speech for the month of use, you and your interlocutor hear each other.

In retail, smartphone costs 50 thousand rubles. For this money, you get a device with a signature design from Sony, a good display, cool dimensions, pleasant shell and Android 8.0 out of the box. The camera has a number of interesting and unusual features, besides, the same shooting in 960 to / s or the shooting of 3D objects are unique chips. The presence of a complete set of wireless modules is also plus devices. By cons. I would take a small battery capacity (although the day without recharging the smartphone works) and the medium chamber.

Key competitors of this model - Samsung Galaxy S8 and HTC U11. Both models have better displays and the best camera features. By autonomy at U11 with the XZ1 parity, but S8 works longer.

On the side of the Sony interesting design, unique camera chips and a fresh version of Android. In essence, your choice should be based on priorities (camera, display, design) or personal preferences among companies. Personally I liked the device, I enjoyed them with pleasure.

The IFA 2017 exhibition features many different modern devices. They all deserve close attention, but in this review we will consider a new flagship apparatus from Sony, which was called Xperia XZ1. The Sony Xperia line for the past few years is constantly updated with excellent smartphones. Not exception has become 2017.

Appearance Sony Xperia XZ1

Sony does not change its traditions for many years. All Sony Xperia Line Smartphones have a similar design. Despite this, each new apparatus has its own unique features and features. Sony Xperia XZ1 smartphone housing is made of aluminum and polycarbonate. It has the shape of an ideal rectangle, with sharp edges around the edges. It seems as if, with this form, the user may experience certain discomfort when held, because sharp edges will crash in the hand. However, the company's engineers have thought out this issue and were able to fully smooth out the angles, while maintaining general geometry. The device can rightly be attributed to compact devices. Its length is only 148 millimeters, and width 73. Compared to the previous model, the XZ1 became a little thinner - 7.4 millimeters. But in terms of lightness, the device is slightly inferior - 156 grams. Sony Xperia XZ1 smartphone is conveniently lies in hand, no creaks and backlats. Externally, it looks very kindly, reminds the car of the premium class.

The manufacturer pleases users with several color versions of the case. They are offered as much as 4, and there is some "exotic" among them:

• lunar blue;
• pink dawn;
• the black;
• warm silver.

Separately, I want to pay attention to the fingerprint scanner. The company's engineers did not use the traditional scheme and place it on the back panel or under the screen. They came up with a new conceptual decision. In the Sony Xperia XZ1 smartphone, the sensor is mounted in the side screen unlocking button. And on the quality of work, this location does not have any negative impact. The scanner works clearly, without delay.

Ergonomics of the device is also at the height. The lower control buttons are sensory, which made it possible to make the lower frame even thinner. Next to them is a conversational microphone. Traditionally, from above, the front camera module, speaker and several additional sensors. The charging slot is located on the bottom face, on the top there is a connector for connecting headphones.

Sony Xperia XZ1: Display Characteristics

Smartphone Sony Xperia XZ1 equipped with a 5.2 inch display with FullHD 1920 permission support for 1080 pixels. The aspect ratio is traditional for mobile devices - 16: 9. Among other things, this screen It has an excellent triluminos matrix and support of the extended dynamic range technology (HDR). Such technologies are currently used in the production of television equipment. Triluminos screens have much greater brightness and contrast compared to competitors. If we talk about numbers, the ratio is 138 percent of the brightness of standard screens. Such a display can convey even the most tender shades, allowing you to get a better and natural picture. The viewing angles deserve praise, with a slope, brightness and contrast are preserved at the same level.

To improve the quality of the video demonstration, the manufacturer applied its own television technology for his smartphone. Sony Bravia.which allows you to further enlarge the quality of the video in HDR format. But on this Sony decided not to stop and equipped flagship smartphone Xperia XZ1 mobile technology X-REALITY. Its essence is that the device is capable of automatically adding missing pixels, reduce the noise level and improve the quality of the picture. Thus, even low-quality video will be reproduced much better. And thanks to the Dynamic Contrast Enhancer function, the screen automatically adjusts the image contrast.

All these functions in the aggregate allow the new Sony smartphone XZ1 to play video with excellent clarity, natural colors and excellent image quality. Now he will fully replace the TV. To watch video has become even more comfortable, Sony has released a special case that can be transformed into a stand for a smartphone. You can steadily place the device on any surface and enjoy watching your favorite films.

I did not forget the manufacturer and the safety of the screen. To protect the glass from Corning, the Gorilla Glass model of the 5th generation. It provides an excellent level of scratch and shock protection, has stylish rounded edges and will allow you to last your smartphone much longer. The presence of a high-quality oleophobic coating will become a pleasant bonus for you. Traces of dirty fingers will no longer spoil the appearance of the device.

Sony Xperia XZ1: Hardware Overview, Interfaces

The flagship received the processor of the corresponding level. The "brain" of the device is Chip Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. It has 8 active nuclei that work with good frequencies up to 2.5 GHz.

The processor is made on the 10th technical process. According to the test results, it was possible to establish that the new 835 in terms of speed is 20% ahead of competitors. It has excellent indicators in data processing speed and games. The chip perfectly copes with encoding and video processing.

This powerful processor needs no less powerful ally to respond to graphics processing. That is why Sony paid attention to the Adreno 540 graphics accelerator. It supports DirectX 12 technology and perfectly copes with its tasks. All games go with good graphics, without any problems.

Such a system needs good memory and company engineers did not forget about it. As a result, the Sony Xperia XZ1 smartphone received 4 gigabytes of RAM. Some models of smartphones are supplied and large volume, but this moment Such a number of memory is enough with an excess for all tasks.

To store personal information, the user has received a 64 gigabyte of the built-in memory. Standard applications And the operating system itself occupies 9.5 gigabytes internal memory, so the user receives at the disposal of more than 54 gigabytes. For most users, this is quite enough. Expand space can be memory card. Maximum volume - 256 gigabytes.

SONY XPERIA XZ1 smartphone operating system deserves separate attention. The device will be the first in the line of mobile phones, which in the original form from the box will work on the new version of Android 8.0 Oreo. Moreover, the manufacturer practically removed all its author's supplements. As a result, the user will receive "naked" operating system. Such an OS has a number of certain advantages, since numerous chips and the author's shell are deprived. As practice shows, it works much faster, has less bugs and errors. In a combination with such powerful glands, the smartphone will work simply excellent.

I also want to affect the interfaces of the Sony Xperia XZ1 smartphone. Like most modern devices, it supports the simultaneous operation of two SIM cards of Nano. In this case, one slot may occupy a memory card to expand the internal storage. The device supports 4G standard, perfectly feels in LTE networks. Bluetooth 5.0 wireless interfaces and Wi-Fi Miracast also did not go out. A-GNSS navigation system (GPS + GLONASS) will allow you to always find the right path and choose the right road.

Multimedia Sony Iquisper XZ1

The new flagship Xperia XZ1 provides its users with a wide range of multimedia features. What is only worth the author's application from Sony - 3D Creator. With this technology, you can automatically scan any three-dimensional object, including your face, and transfer it not only to the screen of your smartphone, but also send to social networks and even print on a specialized printer.

Sony has long been famous for excellent musical smartphones. Their audio equipment deserves the highest praise. This time the manufacturer also did not bypassed the musical ability of his smartphone. Thanks to the use of modern DSEE HX technology, you can even get pleasure from the lowest quality record. Noise reduction technology is also implemented perfectly. In combination with branded headphones, it allows you to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of music and get rid of the annoying foreign horses. Clear Bass is an indispensable assistant for high-frequency lovers and clean bass. However, thanks to the built-in equalizer, which has a large range of different user settings, the user can easily correct each entry under his own taste.

If earlier wireless headsets have significantly inferior to their wired counterparts in volume and sound quality, now Sony has been able to correct this problem. In this device, a large number of functions that are able to correct all these shortcomings are implemented. For example, the LDAC function provides a clearer and stable sound transmission through Bluetooth. Virtual Phones Technology allows you to play a volumetric sound in the headphones to create a complete immersion effect into the atmosphere of music.

Sony Xperia XZ1 smartphone is equipped with two cameras:

• 19 megapixel Motion Eye;
• 13 megapixel frontal.

The main chamber is a real work of art. The quality of the pictures is simply amazing. This is achieved through the use of 1 / 2.3-inch Exmor RS matrix. In addition, there is an 8-fold digital zoom, branded wide-angle optics (25 mm) Sony G Lens with a diaphragm F / 2.0 and the possibility of shooting in a popular HDR mode. The camera matrix is \u200b\u200bequipped with a memory feature, thanks to which you can capture any movement, create a great picture without blur and distortion. Among other things, the manufacturer has added a function of the overall shooting at a speed of 960 frames per second. It is almost 4 times more than any other smartphone. Such videos are obtained by very clear, detailed and watching their pleasure. You will delight lovers of high-quality photos and predictive shooting. The essence of this technology is that at the moment of the picture, our emotions can change. Padrovaya shooting will fix each moment.

The front camera is also here one of the best among smartphones. It is equipped with a 13 megapixel sensor, a 22-millimeter wide-angle lens and on-screen flash. Thanks to this, your selfie will have excellent quality at any lighting. The front-ender is equipped with Steadyshot technology, which provides excellent video stabilization.

Summing up, I would like to notice that in terms of sound and cameras will be difficult to find equals for Sony Xperia XZ1 in this price segment.

Autonomy and additional features of Sony Xperia XZ1

For the autonomous work of the smartphone corresponds to the battery with a capacity of 2700 mAh. At first glance, it may seem that such a volume is clearly not enough and the device will not be able to work long. However, it should be noted that the device has a small screen, an excellent economical processor, a clean shell with the support of the Smart Stamina 3.0 function. Therefore, in moderate use mode, it can easily work out one day, and maybe more. Full load will reduce this period to 7-8 hours. There is support for fast charging function Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0.

It has this smartphone and a number of features. In particular, it is protected according to the IP-68 standard, which implies protection against dust and water. Therefore, it is not afraid of rain and even washing under the crane. However, it should be remembered that he did not receive full protection against moisture, so it's not worth checking it on buoyancy.

Among other things, Sony has developed two functional covers that are ideal for a smartphone and fit perfectly into its design. The first SCTG50 touch cover has a transparent front cover, which allows you to respond to calls and view notifications without opening it. In addition, the back cover is made of metal, which gives additional strength and protect the device. Weigh such a cover only 49 grams.

The second case is more suitable for lovers to watch movies and rollers, because it turns into an original stand. It weighs only 55 grams, provides additional protection to the device and automatically blocks the smartphone when the lid is closed.

Sony Xperia XZ1: Released, Pros and Cons, Price

The release date of Sony Xperia XZ1 in Russia is still unknown. In general, the device is quite good. Among its main advantages, we note:

• Modern design and durable case.
• High-quality screen.
• New features for 3D.
• Good cameras.

Not devoid of apparatus and disadvantages. For example, many users do not want to make a choice between the second SIM card and flash card. There are smartphones and with three slots already. It is also not very pleased with the battery capacity. Everyone perfectly understand that the work announced by the manufacturer's day under standard load is, most likely, on the minimum brightness of the display and in flight mode.

Sony Xperia XZ1 price in Russia - 49,990 rubles.

From today's review, you can make different conclusions. On the one hand, Sony has once again proved everything that can do excellent smartphones, with good features, stylish design and first-class sound. On the other hand, nothing is fundamental. An interesting 3D Creator solution, but not straight "Wow!" For the money in 2017.

Everyone who wants to visually familiarize themselves with the design and features of the novelty, we suggest see the following video review:

Most recently, the camera in Sony phones are so highly quoted that Samsung and Apple devices remained to swallow dust. However, in recent years, the role of camera phones is more likely to try on. But this year, Sony decided to declare the market that there was still gunpowder in the Porokhnitsa. The manufacturer did not chase the trends by setting the double chamber, preferred to one, but the most top sensor. The back side is decorated with a 19-megapixel camera Motion Eye (IMX400) with aperture F / 2.0. And this is really an innovative system. Why?

Sony involved special memorywhich ranked between the sensor and control schemes. It serves as a certain buffer, where the frames are temporarily saved, without waiting for the record in the main memory. As a result, it affects positively at the speed of reading the sensor. In addition, it is the built-in memory that allows you to record Slow-Mo video in 960 FPS, while most smartphones can write in 240 FPS at best. Not even deepening especially in the characteristics sony cameras Xperia XZ1, it can be called it with confidence one of the best on the market. Sony did not take quantities, presenting one, but a high-quality module.

As for the quality of the quality of the photo, the Xperia XZ1 will be comparable to another smartphone of the company - XZ Premium. It also uses the Motion Eye sensor. Happy photos are just excellent. Many details, minimum noise, wide range and accurate colors. With insufficient lighting, the quality of photos, of course, falls, but still remains at a fairly acceptable level.

Video on Sony Xperia XZ1 can be recorded with a maximum resolution of 4K. You can write 1080p rollers at 30 or 60 fps. In 720p, you can record video at speeds up to 960 FPS. Sony Xperia XZ1 rollers are obtained very and very decent levels.

Front camera on 13 megapixels with aperture F / 2.0. Good sensor supporting video recording in FullHD. Pictures are obtained detailed, clear. there is additional modes. In general, to create good selfie capabilities of the camera more than enough.

3D modeling

Perhaps the most enormal feature of Sony Xperia XZ1. The proprietary development of a Japanese company, which allows you to create 3D models of various objects by using the chamber. The technology looks really interesting and promising. The principle of the function is well outlined in this video:

With scanned models, you can make a bunch of different actions, starting with their processing directly on the smartphone, ending with printing on a 3D printer. What else is interesting, the system is self-learning. The manufacturer promises that with each subsequent scanning we will get more and better models. I am glad that Sony does not lag behind other companies, developing augmented and virtual reality technologies.

Autonomy

Let's not walk around yes about - a 2700 mAh battery for characteristics Sony XPERIA XZ1 seems very very small. However, the smartphone continues to be pleasant to amaze. It is not clear what affected autonomy (more efficient chipset technical process or software optimization), but Xperia XZ1 shows autonomy results, superior smartphones with batteries for 3000+ mAh. It probably really affects the restriction of background processes in, which is one of the main features of the updated OS.

Naturally, you should not count that the smartphone will be in active mode A record amount of time to do. For active useNo matter how cool, but in the evening, Sony Xperia XZ1 will have to be charged. In the video playback mode, the smartphone shows amazing 11 and a half hours of autonomous operation, in web surfing mode - 2 hours less.

The smartphone supports modern fast charging technology - QuickCharge 3.0. In just 30 minutes, the battery can be filled with 60%.

Sony Xperia XZ1: where to buy, price, analogues

In Russia, Sony Xperia XZ1 starts at a price of 49990 rubles. The date of the start of the sales of the smartphone is scheduled for October 11. In the period from September 27 to October 3, the company will receive pre-orders. Users who made a pre-order will receive a gift headphones as a gift with noise reduction function. In other countries, Sony Xperia XZ1 can be bought for about 775 dollars.

What can be viewed from Sony Xperia XZ1 analogs? Yes, in principle, any of the latest flagships of 2017.

• SAMSUNG GALAXY S8.An excellent smartphone that is on sale for almost half a year. Powerful "hardware", first-class chambers, display 18: 9.
• . The novelty of another Korean company, presented on IFA 2017. Russia must start in October. Offers top "stuffing", flagship cameras and big display With thin frames.
• . Smartphone in a more classical design. Excellent screen, excellent chambers and top iron.

Conclusion and Feedback Sony Xperia XZ1

Despite the wide frames, the absence of a double camera and classic design, Sony Xperia XZ1 produces a pleasant impression. The smartphone looks stylishly, he has an advanced "iron", the top sensor of the main chamber, it works under the control of the latest version of Android, he has an excellent stereo sound and a bunch of less noticeable innovations. Well, what is not the flagship?! Sony Xperia XZ1 is difficult to complain. Some roughness of the firmware and software from the manufacturer will be "doped" in subsequent updates, which in turn will affect performance. The true connoisseurs of the design of smartphones Sony will also be assessed Xperia XZ1, and not connoisseurs are unlikely to consider the device. Even the battery, despite the expectations, did not fail.

Sony Xperia XZ1 is a good smartphone, but not for everyone. At a price of almost 50,000 rubles, he has a lot of alternatives, which are more likely to success thanks to various trend features - a double camera, a beamless screen. Is Sony Xperia XZ1 worth his money? Rather yes than no. Show me a flagship smartphone from AAA-brand, which at the start would cost much cheaper.