Testseek.co.uk have collected 677 expert reviews of the Sony Xperia Z and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Xperia Z.
February 2013
(83%)
677 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
-
0 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
830100677
The editors liked
Highperforming phones
We couldn't wait to drop the Xperia Z in a jug of water - So we did
Stunning display quality from the full 1080p screen
Supported by the Bravia Engine 2 (the same engine used in the Bravia range of TV's). The 5" screen boasts post-400 PPI
Or Pixels Per
Good screen and camera
Fast processor
Runs Android Jelly Bean
Water
Dust and scratch resistant
Smart
Featurefilled 13megapixel snapper
Sharp
Vibrant 1080p display
4G LTE support
Waterproof
Wireless connections (with other Sony devices).
Display
High resolution
Polished design
Quality manufacturing
Dustand waterresistant
Exemplary responsiveness
Sony user interface is effective and well integrated
Screen brightness
Good phone function
Water and dust resistant
Classical styling
Immersive display
The camera is effective and very easy to use and the waterproof case is a fun gimmick that could prove to be a lifesaver.
Full HD display looks stunning
Classical design
Refined UI
Fantastic camera UI
Lovely Design
Speedy UI
Great Camera
Smart and featurepacked 13MP camera
Beautifully crisp and vibrant 1080p screen
4G LTE compatible
Wireless connectivity (with other Sony products)
The Sony Xperia Z boasts a thin
Attractive design that's also dust- and water-resistant. It's equipped with a big
Bright screen and 4G LTE
Takes great pictures
And has sharp call quality
Design
Power control options
Sony's UI isn't offensive
Water resistant
HD Voice
Good video camera
Stunning music quality
We’ve always had a soft spot for Sony’s design - that obsession with black plastic and solid straight lines that somehow has come to embody design from the Japanese gadget giant.And while last year’s flagship Xperia S was just a bit too thick to compete
There’s no such problem here
This slick slab is just 7.9mm deep. Its large size isn’t for everyone - iPhone owners especially will struggle to
Smashing hi-def display
Superior camera
Chic styling
Excellent picture
Detailed
Punchy sound
Solid build
Attractive design
Quick in use
Beautiful 5-inch Full HD display
Sleek
Strong
Waterproof design
Pleasing OS and UI combination
Colourful screen
Powerful CPU performance
Slim design
Terrific screen
Powerful processor
Fine camera
Dust resistant
Fantastic screen
NFC
HDMI (MHL link via microUSB)
'Small apps'
Lovely design
The editors didn't like
It's a tradeoff between design
Price or performance
Section of this review
The viewing angle isn't as high as other smartphones but that in no way means it suffers from a poor viewing angle. Even the uncomfortable width and thickness of the handset is not something which would deter me from owning one
A
Poor battery
Not a lot of storage space for the high price tag
Disappointing battery life
Hefty dustloving body won’t suit everyone
Sony bloatware
Disappointing Socialife app.
Display
Low contrast
Finger smudging.
Photo quality less than the best
Speaker location
All ports under flaps
Mediocre battery life
Gets warm with intensive use
The size will defeat some smaller hands and the waterproof socket covers are necessary but fiddly
Port flaps can be annoying
Call quality isn't great
Camera images are heavily processed
Gets hot with HD movies and 3D games
Screen is a bit disappointing when compared to other screens
No dedicated camera button
Waterproof flaps can be a pain at times
Below average battery life in use
Bulky dustlovin’ design isn’t for everyone
Sony bloatware and halfbaked Socialife app
The Sony Xperia Z's battery life is short
Its camera is slow
And its processor is not as peppy as those found in other flagship phones. Its glossy chassis attracts fingerprints easily
Camera performance is average
Might be too big for some
Non removable battery
Software bugs
Fair warning
While we like it
You might hate the design. If you prefer the sleek curves of the HTC One X’ chassis
The boxy look of the Xperia Z may be the very opposite of what you’re after.The waterproof doors also add some unnecessary clutter
If you don’t think you’re likely to take your phone swimming anytime soon
You might hate the extra fuss of having to prise open a flap every time you
Terrific screen, powerful processor, fine camera, waterproof, dust resistant,
Have to wait for 4.2 Jelly Bean, runs hot, no HDMI port
The Sony Xperia Z is a terrific handset offering (almost) the best of Android plus a terrific screen, very fine camera, super-powerful processor and lots more besides. If you can handle the size and the weight, it's a phone to be proud of, and throws d...
Abstract: Smartphone technology promises to take a giant leap in 2013, with flagship handsets sporting large 5in full-HD touchscreens, 13Mp cameras , quad-core processors , more efficient battery life, plus dust- and waterproof designs. Getting a head-start on this...
Published: 2013-02-25, Author: Eric , review by: uk.hardware.info
Abstract: The annual Mobile World Congress in Barcelona opened its doors to the public today, but many manufacturers had already unveiled their high-end models for 2013 prior to the event. Sony, HTC and LG have been showing off their flagship models to the media ...
Abstract: Sony claim that the Xperia Z is a rugged smartphone and the tests seem to agree. So far, we've seen the Xperia Z face an Underwater challenge to play video and survive being in a baby's hands thanks to Three . Now, we take on the dust resistance and drago...
Was this review helpful?
-
Published: 2013-02-22, Author: Michel , review by: techview.co
Abstract: In this Post I would like to share some of my Thoughts on the Camera of the Sony Xperia Z .The first thing i tried out when i got the Sony Xperia Z was the 13 Megapixel Camera on the back. What I noticed is the Single-LED flash and the missing Camera Butt...
Smart, featurefilled 13megapixel snapper; sharp, vibrant 1080p display; 4G LTE support; Waterproof; Wireless connections (with other Sony devices).
Disappointing battery life; Hefty dustloving body won’t suit everyone; Sony bloatware; disappointing Socialife app.
The Sony Xperia Z is hefty and attracts dust like nobody's business. It also has a disappointing battery life, but still manages to be a very desirable superphone that had loads of great features and plenty of power. The 13-megapixel snapper and full HD d...
Abstract: Thanks to JonChoo for the photoOne of the best features of Sony's new Xperia Z smartphone is its resistance to everyday mishaps. Having an accident with your smartphone, whether that is damaging the phone or dropping it in liquid can often mean the end of...
Abstract: The new Sony Xperia Z Android smartphone is certainly impressive and comes ready to handle the harsh world we live in. The 5 inch Full HD 1080p screen is simply amazing and the Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine delivers incredibly crisp images. Add in a quad-core...
Was this review helpful?
-
Published: 2013-02-19, Author: Jay , review by: gadgetynews.com
Abstract: I was lucky enough to get hands on with a pre-production Sony Xperia Z last night – so here's my initial thoughts and first impressions of the device in a pre-release Xperia Z review.First thing, first. 5-inches. Yup, five inches of smartphone – more on t...
