Sony Xperia Z1 Compact 

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launchFeb, 2014

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Design

  • Premium, one-piece, aluminium design
  • Top notch build quality
  • Feels great to hold
  • Compact
  • Glass build susceptible to scratches, grease and dust (so using a case is a good idea)

Display

  • Excellent display with good colours, viewing angles and contrast

Software

  • Android interface

Performance

  • Blazing fast performance throughout

Camera

  • Decent camera

Audio

  • Good call quality

Battery

  • Good battery life

More

  • Water proof

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Sony Xperia Z1 Compact Specifications

Operating System
Smartphone OSAndroid 4.3, Upgradeable to 5.1 LollipopNo more updates expected
Display
TouchscreenYes (Capacitive)
Screen Size4.3 inches
Screen Resolution720x1280 pixels (~ 342 pixels per inch)
Display TypeIPS LCD
Display Features
  • Triluminos
  • X-Reality
Scratch Resistant DisplayYes
Sensors
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Proximity
Face UnlockYes
Processor/RAM
Processor2.2 GHz, Quad Core, Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 Krait 400Ranked #76 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
GPUAdreno 330
RAM2 GB
Memory
Internal Memory16 GB
Expandable Memory SlotYes, up to 64 GB
Battery
Battery Capacity2300 mAh
Battery Standby670 hrs
Battery Standby (3G)600 hrs
Battery Talktime10.00 hrs
Battery Talktime (3G)18.00 hrs
Dimensions
Weight137 gmLight
Thickness9.5 mmThick
Width64.9 mmComfortable for one-handed use
Camera
Primary Camera20.7MP
Camera Auto-FocusYes
Camera FlashYes
HD Video RecordingYes (Full HD)
Other Camera Features
  • 1/2.3'' sensor size
  • Touch Focus
  • Face Detection
  • Image Stabilization
  • HDR both picture/film
  • Panorama Shot
  • Video Stabilization
  • Exmor RS
  • Burst mode
  • BIONZ for mobile image processor engine
  • Sony G Lens
  • Object tracking
  • Red-eye reduction
  • Scene recognition
  • Smile shutter
  • Superior Auto
  • Touch capture
Secondary Camera2.0MP
Secondary Camera Features
  • Full HD Video Recording
Connectivity
BluetoothYes
Connecting PortUSB
USB On-The-GoYes
WiFiYes
WiFi DirectYes
4GYes (limited band support)
3GYes
2G Internet (GPRS/EDGE)Yes
GPSYes + GLONASS
CompassYes
TV OutYes, via MHL
DLNAYes
NFCYes
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Water ResistantYes, IP58 Rated (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Dust ResistantYes
Noise FiltrationYes
FM RadioYes
More
  • BRAVIA Engine 2
  • Noise Suppression
  • Xperia Socialife
  • Gesture Input
  • Senser-on-lens
  • STAMINA Mode
  • Screenshot Capturing
  • Throw
  • PlayStation Certified
  • SensMe and SensMe Slideshow
  • TV Launcher
  • 3D Surround Sound
  • Clear Audio+
  • Clear Bass
  • Clear Stereo
  • Music Recognition
  • xLoud Experience
  • ANT+
  • Screen Mirroring
  • Smart Connect
  • Movies Application
  • Sony Entertainment Network
  • WALKMAN Application
  • Info-eye

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