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The Sony Xperia 5 V is the newest kid in the compact flagship block. And one of its most coveted features happens to be the 52 MP Exmor T primary camera. Effectively 48 MP in resolution, the Exmor T primary camera however isn’t an entirely new development as Sony had first debuted this sensor on the Xperia 1 V. That said, what sets it apart is Sony’s fresh approach to the unit that has provided it with a fresh new twist.
What Sony managed to achieve is they have harnessed the primary camera for 2x zoom capabilities while bidding farewell to the telephoto lens. Accompanying this powerhouse is a 12 MP ultra-wide angle shooter sporting a 16mm lens. Although the Xperia 5 V may not outshine the Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Google Pixel 7 Pro in terms of zoom range, it promises to hold its ground in various photographic scenarios.
Under the Xperia 5 V’s hood, you’ll find the robust Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, complemented by 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, the latter being further expandable via the microSD card slot. Staying true to Sony’s legacy, this flagship retains the cherished 3.5mm headphone jack. The device maintains its compact form factor, housing a 6.1-inch FHD+ HDR OLED display with having 120Hz refresh rate. However, unlike some leading Android smartphones, this panel doesn’t support variable refresh rates, which may disappoint some users.
Further, in a bid to cater to content creators, Sony has also introduced the Video Creator app, a dynamic tool that can automatically craft captivating short clips from your selected photos and videos, ready for sharing across social media platforms. Notably, the Xperia 5 V comes equipped with a dedicated video recording microphone, ensuring pristine audio capture for vloggers and videographers alike.
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In terms of build, the Xperia 5 V is marginally heavier and thicker compared to its predecessor. Given its compact stature, though, these changes are unlikely to be a significant concern for most users. The Sony Xperia 5 V is scheduled for release in late September, with a price tag of €999 in Europe and £849 in the UK.
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- Network Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G 2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 4G bands 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
- Dimensions 153 x 72 x 8.3 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in) Weight 168 g (5.93 oz) Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), plastic frame, plastic back SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM IP65/IP68 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
- Display Type OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR Size 6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~422 ppi density) Protection Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 5 Triluminos display
- Platform OS Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, up to 4 major Android upgrades Chipset Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) CPU Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) GPU Adreno 710
- Main Camera Dual 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.4, 16mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0" Features LED flash, HDR, panorama Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS Selfie camera Single 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Features HDR Video 1080p@30fps
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- Get creative with a choice of three lenses; 16mm, 24mm and 60mm.Other camera description:Front,Rear
- Dramatize every moment w/ 4K HDR 120fps slow motion on all lenses
- Real-time Eye AF & object tracking for photo/video on all rear lenses
- Brighter 6.1” FHD 120Hz HDR 21:9 wide display
- Build-in live streaming for videographers and mobile gamers
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- Network Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G 2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 4G bands 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
- Dimensions 153 x 72 x 8.3 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in) Weight 168 g (5.93 oz) Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), plastic frame, plastic back SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM IP65/IP68 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
- Display Type OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR Size 6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~422 ppi density) Protection Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 5 Triluminos display
- Platform OS Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, up to 4 major Android upgrades Chipset Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) CPU Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) GPU Adreno 710
- Main Camera Dual 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.4, 16mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0" Features LED flash, HDR, panorama Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS Selfie camera Single 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Features HDR Video 1080p@30fps
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