Xperia 5: Sony’s New Photo & Video-Packed Flagship is Available Now
Since hearing the rumours, and recently having the opportunity to get an early hands-on, Sony’s latest, highly-anticipated addition to their flagship Experia smartphone series, the Xperia 5, is finally available.
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The new handset, that borrows much of its imaging tech from the brand’s digital imaging, TV and pro-cinema divisions, comes packed with image-making promise and early signs are very good.
The Xperia 5 lands with many of the key technologies we’ve seen previously in the Xperia 1, delivering them in a compact and sleek smartphone package.
Despite its smaller, more pocket-friendly footprint, the Xperia 5 has kept some of the key design leads and features that customers liked in the Xperia 1. The 21:9 CinemaWide™ 6.1 inch Full HD+ OLED display, powered by Sony’s award-winning BRAVIA® TV technologies, is ideal for running two apps concurrently, promising to deliver an experience with more contrast, colour and clarity than ever before.
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The cameras
As mentioned previously, Sony’s group tech is evident throughout the new Xperia 5, including the device’s triple-lens camera which boasts 12MP sensors along with Sony’s native ‘Optical SteadyShot™’ image stabilisation. This applies the brand’s critically acclaimed Eye AF technology that’s been borrowed directly from Sony’s Alpha™ cameras. There’s a 16mm lens for super wide-angle shots, a 26mm lens and a 52mm portrait and tele lens [35mm equiv.]
From our limited time with the Xperia 5, we learned that the pro video modes give the user a full range of tools that are pretty much unique to the device, [in terms of smartphones, that is]. We are itching to trial this in a review, so keep an eye out as we beg Sony for a sample to test.
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Gaming
Those who might be hoping for a home console experience from their smartphone can expect a lot from the Xperia 5 with the ability to sync their device to a PlayStation® DualShock®4, giving an unparalleled full-screen view and unrivalled control on the go.
Dolby Atmos® sound will add to the immersive experience, whether watching a movie, streaming a TV show, listening to music or playing games. The 3140mAh battery should be enough to keep the Xperia 5 going all day.
Pricing and availability
Available in Black, Blue and Grey, the new handset is available from £699 [sim-free] and comes with Android™ 9 Pie. It’s available online and in-store at retailers nationwide. Selected retailers are offering customers the opportunity to claim a handful of bundles with their purchase of the Xperia 5.
Watch this space for our hands-on review, coming soon. In the meantime, check out Sony’s dedicated web pages.