Sony has introduced two new flagship smartphones at IFA 2016 as part of its Xperia lineup: The 4.6-inch Xperia X Compact and the larger 5.2-inch Xperia XZ. Both are notable for having 23 MP rear cameras not unlike on the existing Xperia Z5, but these upcoming models will incorporate laser auto-focus for even faster auto-focus.
The larger Xperia XZ will ship with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 SoC, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB eMMC, all of which are already becoming more common on mainstream or upper-middle class smartphones like the OnePlus 3. The new Sony units will ship with Android 6.0 Marshmallow with a promised update to Android 7 Nougat when available.
Other features of the XZ include a FHD display and an adaptive charging technology that will conserve more battery power during use when the device is plugged in. Quick Charge and IP65/68 certification for dust and water resistance will also be standard.
The Xperia XZ will be available in Forest Blue, Mineral Black, and Platinum colors.
Technical specifications for the Xperia XZ:
- 5.2-inch FHD Gorilla Glass TRILUMINOUS display
- 3 GB RAM
- 32 GB eMMC w/ support for 256 GB MicroSD
- Google Android 6.0
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 SoC
- 2900 mAh battery
- 23 MP rear camera (1/2.3-inch Exmor, 24 mm wide-angle, 4K video recording, SteadyShot)
- 13 MP front camera (1/3.06-inch Exmor, F2.0, 22 mm wide-angle)
- 4G LTE Cat 9
- Nano SIM
- 146 x 72 x 8.1 mm
- 161 g
Meanwhile, the smaller Xperia X Compact will have the same cameras and adaptive charging technology as its larger sibling but without 4K recording capabilities. Its native resolution is lower at 720p and with a weaker Snapdragon 650 SoC. Colors include Mist Blue, Black, and White.
Both the Xperia XZ and Xperia X Compact will ship globally later this month.
Technical specifications for the Xperia X Compact:
- 4.6-inch HD Gorilla Glass TRILUMINOUS display
- 3 GB RAM
- 32 GB eMMC w/ support for 256 GB MicroSD
- Google Android 6.0
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 SoC
- 2700 mAh battery
- 23 MP rear camera (1/2.3-inch Exmor, 24 mm wide-angle, SteadyShot)
- 13 MP front camera (1/3.06-inch Exmor, F2.0, 22 mm wide-angle)
- 4G LTE Cat 9
- Nano SIM
- 129 x 65 x 9.5 mm
- 135 g
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