Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ก.ค. 2018
- Earlier this year, Sony introduced us to its flagship in the Xperia XZ2, which managed to pique our interest more than its flagships from previous years. However, shortly after its introduction and subsequent release, the company soon announced its bigger brother in the Xperia XZ2 Premium - a behemoth in every regard! From its 4K HDR display, to the ultra low-light capture from its camera, the Xperia XZ2 Premium is a phone on steroids, the stuff we dream about. Everything about this phone appears to be promising, but with a retail price at $999.99, it’s seriously going to need to prove itself in every facet.
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PhoneArena knows nothing about HDR recording 🙄.
Isn't a fake hdr video like in the s9, this is HLG and you can get much better picture, editing the video in Adobe Premiere Pro and using Luts.
Also put the HDR footage in this video is the worst that you can do.
i totally agree, i am impressed by the sound quality especially the clean mid bass when i trying it, however i'm very disappointed that sony has decided to replace their side power + finger print sensor to the back, that is a huge turn off for me
S9 cant record 4K HDR... Only XZ2 family and G7.
Samsung phones are just average for videography.
Samshit can't do hdr 4k, only Sony, LG and Apple iPhones
that's because they're amateurs, apparently they haven't learned shit from their years of reviewing tech
S9 = 4K 60 fps... i said all.
When Samsung releases note at around 1000$..nobody complains.. They say it's because it's "note"..But if Sony releases a 1000$ fone.. Oh it's too pricey.. With the specs..the hardware...camera and everything else Sony is offering.. The note or anyother fone isnt anywhere close to this xz2 premium..
Cyril Shiju 🤣
Yeah. So annoying this price thing
Samsung is pure shit.
Factorum Monterrey Samsung is the best rest is pure shit🤣
Marty S ask them to stop advertise, reality will come up. They are famous because of their marketing.
Most of the reviews say it has the best low light video recording performance among all smartphones. With photos at par with others.
Why are you biased against Sony?
Compare it with the notched ipx, 4k display, 4k hdr recording, best ip rating, 960 fps @1080p, best low light videos, and the list goes on. Still it can't justify its price while other can with less features?
Yasir Fawad He didnt mention no1 feature of this phone at all. The Fusions extra sensitivity 1080p lowlight video! He only babled about 4k videos stabilisation and 10bit hdr!?!
That's what I am telling you they didn't mention it at all
The reason Sony lost popularity is because of this kind of review.. And now everybody watch this video think Sony is bad, Sony is over price. 😑
Naime Shirou I dont know people...there should be a law of some kind, to fine this kind of antimarketing stuff PhoneArena is doing. Not their first either...
Yasir Fawad because Sony don’t pay them for marketing.
The total lack of understanding of what is HDR and how it works is a disgrace for the channel. Basically I was right all along by saying 99% of all tech youtubers are total noobs, that were lucky enough to start their channels in the early days of YT and gain a following. If it were my channel this dude would instantly get fired. INSTANTLY. You should take down this video, and do a re-do with a public apology to the fans and viewers. It´s not about Sony fan-boyism, it´s about being relevant. The damage to Sony is already done and was being done for years, as this and some other videos will be used as a reference by other non tech savvy people, and news outlets.
Who brought you waterproofing in premium phones as a standard? Who brought you camera AI? Who brought you high FPS slo-mo? Who standardized glass backs? Stereo speakers? Hi-res Audio? 4k screens? HDR screens? HDR video? Who always produces the most optimized android phones on the market besides Pixel?
Like them or not, show some respect to a brand, and be a proper journalist. Or let someone else do the review if you don´t know how HDR works and what is it.. Unbelievable.
Amen, brother.
Ivan Šulava lol i love sony 2 n iv owned the early t68, 1st gen sony xperia, z3 compact and the z5. You see the problem is the durability of their phone its plane garbage as sh1t! That’s why i will never ever buy a sony phone again.
Turubio Abugay
My comment is not about durability. It's about the reviewer, who doesn't even know the basic stuff.
Ivan Šulava respect :)
Ivan Šulava your comment has opend my eyes , now that i think about it a big part of my ignorance in tern of HDR and some other things related to phones comes from youtube chanels like this like you mentioned and other news sites that do not know a lot about phones but still try to review them .
Best phone of 2018 and most underrated❤️
Agree
Agree
Dim bezels doe!
Why that hideous phone the best phone?
one blue it's not even close to be the "best phone of 2018"
I love you Sony ❤
Rabisco Master Oficial what sony do you have? I have xperia xz1
nowadays,many phones are look the same(design) but sony the only one look different from the others,not only about the design but many more,ike started from ip68,glass back,stereo speakers,full touch screen,slow motion,3d creater,4k screen,4k hdr screen,4k video recorder,4k hdr video recorder,sony have their own character and that is make sony unique...
Anyone else still like the 16:9 display 🤷🏾♂
No
Yes
i still like it
If 1 mark 2,3 would have kept the screen form.. I would buy them in a beat! But the new format it's not good! Tall and skinny..
I hate this design but after watching your video in detail i changed my mind
What a, fantastic looking device, Excellent looking camera, Sharp vived Display 🤘
Pip Hacker
Yeah, the design isn't exactly the best, but I respect Sony's decision to stand out. Everybody will know you're using a Sony device.
design lenovo...
Pip Hacker this design is to celebrate 10th anniversary of the 1st xperia. You never know what Sony is hiding. FPS location is good n bad if u reach phone from your pocket it's good. Try to hold in your hand xz2, xz2p is a killer Rex
Its the ugliest modern phone by far
Goran Petrovic opinion is opinion it can't be wrong
I miss the old design
i wish they took the nice rectangular phones and just slimmed the bezels and kept the headphone jack
XA2 Plus
David Yang That David, was what the world wanted from the future Xperia devices....none though wanted a complete 'overhaul' of the otherwise stunning design of the Xperia smartphones. The 'Ambient flow' doesn't look pleasing. Sony is taking the wrong road....Miss the 'Omnibalance'.
Guys you got to understand that Ambient Flow is taking homage to Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo and Neo V so it's not a HTC Copy as you claimed oh by the way don't you dare start with that word that is LOL please it's getting annoying when you say that so good day SIR!!!!
Same i like XZ Premium design
Seriously?
You only bable about 4k stabilisation and already existent 10bit hdr video from XZ2?
You totally AVOIDED mentioning the phones no1 selling point: dual Fusion extra sensitive lowlight 1080p video performance, a feature it excels over any other phone out there!
wtf!?!
Ikr! :((
Relax.. its PA, they dont like sony phone.. take a pinch of salt whe. Pa review sony phone.
Hi ! Is there a link where I can read about this feature in detail ? Or a more neutral review ? Thank you !!
So slick, triluminos display is sick, 🔥and u can try to be a ghost hunter from the camera with the highest iso. 👍🏻
I see sony. I click like... 👍
Sony has the best hardware 😍
Noticed how he puts the phone on a uneven hedge and says how slippery this phone is 😂then puts it on sofa and ever so slightly puts a little pressure on the opposite side and watches it slide and says how slippery it is 😃😂 , it’s the same with all the other reviews about this phone or the xz2 some sort of bias to say it’s a slippery phone when in reality it’s really not that bad I know I have one
Chris true, it is slippery only if your hands are deadass dry af 😂
Haha yeah. It's not slippery, it's convex- shaped back fits on the palm of the hand.
I really dont like how PA review sony phone. If its iphone or samsung, john v. will praise it no matter what. His camera review is really lacking.
Michael Orlain No mention of no1 feature here: Fusion extra lowlight 1080p video, one indeed new innovative thing this phone excels at!!!
Avoided to mention/review on purpose or what!?!
This is trash.
Maybe this reviewer know nothing about photography or biased maybe. This is the reason why Sony lost popularity. Because of this kind of review
Naime Shirou Reviewing a 1000$ phone, without reviewing its main seriously innovating feature.
Either paid on purpose lacking review, or in need of new staff who ll at least read the specs sheet before reviewing. Im inclined to believe in the former.
youdarkraver yeah. He review this phone at dirty place. Super insult for 1000 phone haha
Michael Orlain how they can call it a review if this phone is not released n Software is preproduction
It's always been bugging me that Sony makes these excellent cameras and sensors for other manufacturers but they can't seem to apply it to their own phones.
Sony never ceases to amaze us!
Superb 5.8" screen in traditional 16:9 aspect ratio, not the skinny little '5.8"' 18:9 of the Galaxy S8/9. Wish reviewers would draw proper attention to this important detail as many people can be confused or misled by these screen size numbers...
Most of us are still bugged on that bezels but the phone is beast...though i miss the previous sony designs....first youtuber from west to review the unit luv u john v!
So its the best phone on the market but its the most expensive.. makes sense to me.. iphonex also costs a thousand bucks so, i guess theres still no way to make Omelets without eggs, if we want premium, we have to pay premium.. off course "best" as to be used with caution because in reality no phone is the best. It really depends on what someone wants. But overall, specs wise, man this is trully a beast. Amazing.
Norberto Castro cool 😎
I bought it brand new from amazon for £400 vs SS9+ for £400-450
always check ur reviews whether interested in the device itself or not 😂
Thank you phone arena...esp for covering all aspects esp call quality....Good Job John
Forget price and back side of phone...its awesome 😁😁😁
R.I.P boxy feel
Yapppp
PhoneArena, i think everybody appreciate so much if you could be a little more impartial about smarthones, iPhone and Samsung are the biggest, but it doesn't mean that they are the best, i don't like the design of this phone for example, but i think you are a little rude to talk about characteristics that are awesome in contrast with other brands, and i have seen many Iphon or Samsung reviews with a sweet tone about the new characteristics, for example we can go to see what you told about the 960fps record in S9, and no an important mention of the fullhd 960 in this phone. I like Sony, the new Sony phones no, but i think you must be a little more impartial.
juanchocriticon because Phonearena getting paid by Apple and Samsung and Sony don’t pay them
Have you seen the xperia 1? 😲😲😲😲😲😲😲
Sharp pictures as sharp as can be. I simply luv this phone. 😍👍👌
Finally found a review about the XZ2 Premium that was pretty fair. Not a bad phone at all. 4K HDR display, take that Apple and Samsung.
Glad to see a positive Xperia review for a change. Great phone! My XZP feels inadequate now xD
I'm glad that I purchased the XZ2c and not the oversized premium. Knew that it would be too big because of the ZX1 Premium..
The King!!!
you forgot the front camera.
May be rare flagship today which is not don't have 18:9 display, Being a movie lover I still love 16:9 displays, it just feels cinematic while watching movie or TV show having that ratio
I spent a few hours with this phone. Checking on the specs and the many things it offered.
Screen was awesome as he'll
Pics, honestly, one plus 6 is a better performer. And I agree, the camera app is not intuitive enough.
960fps was crazy good
Speakers, my humble opinion, is really good. Any stereo front facing speaker is going to be better than one.
Built quality, really solid and almost as heavy as your samsung flagship.
It really boils down to your personal preference as to what do you really need your phone for. The image processing churns out punchier coloured images, compared to the xiaomis and huaweis.
I really loved it when I was testing it, but the camera was a let down. Since most smartphones are using Sony's sensor, I expected them to be better.
Sony don't focus on looks of their phone but they they damn give everything on their quality
Bokeh mode is already released for Sony it's just you have to download it manually from playstore, search "Bokeh Sony" and download it, it's automatically integrated in the camera app after its installed.
Front design is beautiful, but rear design is.... I don't know what to say.... Maybe XZ Premium still rocks in term of design until now
Nice. Please make a camera comparison - those shots looked amazing but I'm interested in knowing how it compares to Pixel2 and S9
I love sony
Where is the front facing cam or slow-mo feature? Non were mentioned here.
$1000 for a phone without a headphone jack is beyond ridiculous.
wireless headphones?
S Saini They don't sound as good as wired ones. Plus who is going to be charging it anyway? It ain't going to be me that's for sure.
Same applies for the iPhone X btw.
Funny cuz yall hater give more amount of money for iPhone WITHOUT HEADPHONE JACK
There is headphone jack. U can use the adapter included in the box to connect the headphone jack to the charging port
I'll definitely wait for a price drop to get it, as 900€ (kinda justified because of the hardware) is still a bit high, one of the best (if not the best) camera available right now! Low light shots are stunning and video recording at night time is unmatched.
But was this phone on final software?
Liion B phone is for sale in China and USA, pre-order in other countries..
Ability of boken and monochrome only will arrive as update
This is not the final software. People are having occasional glitches with the UI, camera UI and not that good battery life. Sony will release a final software update, maybe in August, to fix the problem and to add some bokeh and monocrome etc features for the camera.
Numbers of people on the Internet say "I love sony phones.", "I will choose XZ2 premium over Note9." BUT why are there very few of Xperia users in a real life? 🤔🤔🤔
I don't ever think I'm getting another phone other than Sony.. Love these shits
Just bought my XZ2P. Should arrive in a couple of days. Can't wait!
how is it
It's an amazing phone! Runs super smooth, pictures are amazing. Color detail is spot and being able to take low light pictures is great. The screen on this phone is amazing! Color accuracy is very good, 4k is a awesome perk and it gets pretty bright. People talk about the size of the phone. It's a big phone but nothing like some people make it out to be. Go pick up a Note 8-9, it's really close in size, XZ2P is slightly larger. The weight of phone is what I notice most. Yes it's the heaviest phone I ever owned but that doesn't mean it's a brick. The weight feels good in my hand, plus the phone is very well balanced. I'd buy this phone again, I'm very impressed with it.
Ever think about comparing the XZ Premium to this one? Internals aside, it sounds like last generation's phone was better : more sleek, cheaper, and not too different in terms of software and effective performance.
Does sony ps4 remote play come with this phone
i think so?
Smart Tech Streaming There might be a bundle where you get the PS4 remote with the phone. Not sure though.
Hello guys, first we must try this Monstrosity in Camera section if it claims about camera what it is advertised n explained, honestly I don't care about big bezels, I have big hands with long fingers, with bezels it's not so fragile, Sony display is superb next year they gonna put again there creation oled in TVs n phones Sony oled doesn't have burn in issue cuz of Pixel shifting. I own Sony products from walkman cassette players, now I can Finally upgrade from Z1 to this beast, I like design, 16:9 aspect ratio suites me, ofc I can wait for next premium it could have again flat back with sharp edges maybe even more like Y design, but 5G it's not priority for me. I will wait 2020 to upgrade XZ2P.
Put your pinky finger on the bottom of the phone, then the finger print sensor magically falls in the right place!
Henry Ng hahahah this comment is so on point, you are right 😂 fingerprint sensor is on the most natural spot, couldn't be more natural than it already is tho
That may be the most absurd comment I've EVER heard on a review. Shooting in complete darkness... COMPLETE DARKNESS doesn't produce the best pictures. The fact it produces ANYTHING is one hell of an achievement!!! Have you ever seen an infrared picture??? They suck! This at least produces some color. SMH.
wait, you mean a scenario with no light doesn't make for good photos? No shit sherlock. The phone isn't receiving any light to the sensor to make colors or images appear cleanly. You need light for color. Basic physics and common sense. I do love this phone though and it is a solid device. I would love to get it.
This is my problem with these guys, the review of the low light camera capabilities isn't only about shooting in complete darkness. I have seen tons of comparisons done in low light situations on the street and the XZ2 premium blows everything out the water in detail, DR, and clarity. Stop talking about extreme darkness, there's no phone that can shoot in extreme darkness without it being grainy. Most other phones won't even capture anything in that scenario, this review is trying to down play its capabilities like he has seen better low light performing cameras in smartphones.
ahhhhh 16:8, no black bars while watching video.. feelsgoodman
Actually, your comparison of HDR vs non HDR is kinda problematic because HDR contents will always appear washed out when watching on an incompatible screen. So maybe comparing the two videos on an HDR screen would be much better
Beautiful phone 📱
Sony hade actually explained why the fingerprint-sensor is where it is. According to Sony it has to do with how you grab your phone when is in your pocket. The finger would then naturally end up on the sensor.
*Thank you* for explaining this! This is exactly what I've been trying to say to so many people that doesn't understand!
Wow superb sony xperia xz2 premium
I really impressed with this phone but some flaws are there like its too heavy and take 3 hrs to be charged up.
Camera is simply outstanding
Excellent review.
That 4k video looks awesome.
Wait a minute,john v comeback to phonearena?since when?i haven't watching phonearena channel for like long time
When the HTC One M8 had that back (made of metal) everyone loved it.
Now most people hate it...
Phonearena Sony haters!!! watch out
*Forgets to metion that it's waterproof, has wireless charging, has a 3540mah battery*
10/10 reasearch @phonearena.
they probably want you to head over to their website for their full detailed review, I agree that the title of this video is misleading.
Do the separate camera review please
What are "some of the other greats out there" it is competing with? Really good run down on this phone, catching the good, bad, and the ugly. Much higher price tag than i expected and have out off getting another Android to replace my current one waiting for this model/features to release. First they took the headphone jack out...not happy with that...did they also remove the IR blister also? Maybe I need to wait and see what the Note 9 will have - or has that one already been released? I wish to make some light duty videos and use my phones for just about everything. Typing on my Windows phone now which has some issues but really pleased with. And the price for this was reasonable...not like trying to buy a run around town car price of $1,000 like this Sony which is why I thought maybe it is time to explore other options. Thank you.
They reviewed the pre-production unit deliberately to make it look bad and avoided to mention the main feature because their's beloved brands dont have it!
What a shame Phonearena and such an unprofessional behavior is not acceptable...
So, a device with 1080p SDR screen, no slot sd, no IP rating, no 4K HDR, no stereo speakers, weaker photo/video skills earns 9.
Mike Está Aqui Sorry, but OP6 is nothing against XZ2 Premium.
If you remove half of what XZ2P has then it would cost same of OP6.
Phonearena is fucked up never trust their reviews or rating....
Mike Está Aqui noone is forcing you to buy it n like it... There is plenty other brands
I I have this phone, is 4k, in fact sony made the first 4k phone, and also has hdr, fully waterproof. This phone is underrated and is better than apple and samsung
manny Mate money do everything Icrap and Samlag pays a lot money to advertise em and etc and to downrate others, complain make worse reviews, there are not much TH-camrs that honestly reviews Sony phones sadly...
Still faithful to the same Xperia Z5
i don't get it. its thick yet they weren't able to put a headphone jack?
I currently own a Nexus 6p and I love it however it is 3+ years old and it's getting slow and will probably die any day. Would you recommend this phone to me, I am the type to get a phone case and screen protector so not sure if ugly design is going to matter. However I am not so sure about the finger print scanner. I just can't decide if this phone is worth $1k. Also I am a little skeptical about this phone being able to handle all of the heavy tech it has and still last 2-3 years.
Sony continues to impress
No headphone jack
Almost old phone design
$999 price
Doesn't look impressive to me :/
Meanwhile Apple ask 1000 USD for something similar or worse and everybody wants it. I don't get it. Sony 2018 phones are amazing. XA2 is the most beautifull phone I saw in a long time. XZ2/XZ2 premium looks really good but a bit to "curvy" for my taste. At least they don't have a notch nor rounded screen corners.
Both doesn't look impressive -- both Sony's and Apple's :///
PS. I own a Sony phone 👋
BlackMidKnight what about the 4k dispkay? See no smartphone has 4K display yet except sony phone,
one blue
But is the 4K worth it for it's price let alone at a small 5.8" screen?
I pretty sure you won't even notice the difference between a 2k (common) and 4k in a small screen
4k is more on a bigger screen. 4k on a smartphone is somehow a gimmick - a waste of money for now. That's why is a rare find to see a 4k smartphone except sony.
Sony Xperia LTE bands for different countries are shrinking. Seems like there are giving up on selling to some markets. 238 grams though, hefty for a phone with a regular sized battery. Other specs are great but can't use this with such limited LTE bands.
How would you mistake a circular fingerprint scanner for an oval camera ?
Why are you shitting on the low light performance by saying it doesn't wow you like some other phones? you're telling me there's other phones taking better pictures than the XZ2P right now in daylight/night time right now?! where!? LOL and saying why should we shoot something dark when it'll look blend? you do understand the camera hardware they've used in this means it'll outperform the other in places like taking pictures outside a bar/club /restaurant at night right? and people do take pictures at night and no this phone wasn't designed to shoot only in total eclipse times like you seem to think but yes IT can see in that condition as well so it's a plus.
Looking at this phone makes me feel happy with my own phone.
ok it has 4k hdr display but does it run at full 3840x2160 resolution or is it still scaled on 1080p like first xz premium phones ?
Sony phones have never let me down. When it comes to the camera, it's up there with Apple and Samsung or always steps ahead. I don't even know why I said Apple. Their camera isn't that great and the Samsung low light while moving is horrendous. I have always loved Sony and will get this phone when available. UPDATE: I just ordered mine. WOOT!!!
Why were the videos skipping frames? I assume that was a rendering error.
Sony has always been the cutting edge tech. Just need to know the release date for the UK. I've been waiting for a while!
Rumours point at 30 september.
Strongly considering the compact from last year.
This is the best android phone
DragonTechRoyale4k and better than iPhones
Ανδρέας 'Οθωνος no phone is better than the iPhone
iSheep spotted. Most phones are better than iPhones.
alexdiezg I’m not an isheep I’m an Apple Sheep
That's the same shit, you Apple iSheep. Thus, you should not be taken seriously.
I just got Xperia XZ2 unlocked. I just use it on my WIFI. Since not compatiable with Verizon. When I turn on a POP UP AD will always show on screen. When phone is on and then goes off due to not using when I hit button to turn on another POP UP AD shows up. Can I change this? BTW I LOVE THIS PHONE.
Why not talk about 12800 iso for video, no footage?
I want this for the 4k display
We are still happy with xperia xz premium. 4k uhd is amazing.
is it true that this has audio issues when recording video?
Last year flagship XZ1 is a bargain of a deal right now. Only 300 Euro in Europe.
Great video on great smartphone..
I'm sold after finding out that the phone is thiccer. I really don't like thin phones, I feels like I can snap it in 2 if I so much as squeeze it hard enough.
just got the phone. YES
Probably one of the last high end phones with a 16:9 aspect ratio so soon i will have to carry around may smartphone and a 16:9 tablet by the looks of it as the new phones don't display movies correctly due to being the wrong aspect ratio.
Can someone tell me what's the exposure time in the manual settings? I own a xz premium, and I have a miserable 1second in the manual settings. Is the xz2 premium any better?
I used Sony Z2 almost 4 years, great mobile brand, but now lost pace due to competition.
The Best Of Sony Xperia Xz Premium ❤️
Sony ❤ 😍
WOLF - DARK
Is there a pink color of it bro?? Just like original XZ2 had
19HajimeSaitou91
Sony Xperia xz2 premium
There are two colors, white and black
19HajimeSaitou91
Chrome color is very good
WOLF - DARK
Thanks dawg 😊
Actually the price of the phone itself is around 750$, the preorder at 1000$ is packed with wireless headphones worth around 350$, but nobody mention that when it comes to 1000. The camera with 50k ISO is something that consider a revolutionary in smart phones. What about Samsung and boring iPhone at 1k, 1.2 k? What they offer?
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All of these reviewers who complain about finger print sensor position doesn't really know how to use it.
This phone is gorgeous! :o
Damn i need this
im using xperia for 5 years,honestly the photos are not great,creepy ghost during in night and blurred image in daylight coz the wrong auto focus,but im speechless for the sounds when it connected to my Ldac bluetooth headphone