Sony Xperia 1 VII in Kenya

Revolutionary Camera System – Crafted with Alpha Expertise:

• • Triple Rear Camera Array with ZEISS Optics & T Coating:* Experience unparalleled mobile imaging with a versatile triple-lens setup featuring ZEISS optics and the renowned ZEISS T anti-reflective coating* for superior clarity and reduced glare.²

     

    • Main Camera: A powerful 48 MP (effective) / 52 MP (full aspect) wide-angle lens (24mm equivalent) with a large 1/1.35″ Exmor T for mobile sensor (1.12µm pixel size, 2.24µm with binning), f/1.9 aperture, Dual Pixel PDAF, and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Delivers exceptional low-light performance and detail.
    • Continuous Optical Zoom Telephoto: A unique 12 MP telephoto lens (1/3.5″ Exmor RS for mobile sensor, 1.0µm pixel size) offering 3.5x to 7.1x continuous optical zoom (85mm-170mm equivalent), f/2.3-f/3.5 variable aperture, Dual Pixel PDAF, and OIS.³ Provides fluid, seamless zooming without digital interpolation, alongside a 4cm tele-macro capability at 120mm.

       

    • Upgraded Ultra-Wide Angle Camera: A new 48 MP (effective) / 50 MP (full aspect) ultra-wide lens (16mm equivalent, 104° FOV) with a significantly larger 1/1.56″ Exmor RS for mobile sensor (1.0µm pixel size, 2.0µm with binning) and f/2.0 aperture, PDAF.⁴ This larger sensor dramatically improves low-light performance for stunning wide shots.

       

Advanced Photography Features:

• • • Real-time Eye AF (Human & Animal): Pinpoint autofocus on subjects’ eyes for consistently sharp portraits, even with moving subjects.⁵

       

    • Real-time Tracking & AI Main Subject Recognition: Intelligently tracks fast-moving subjects with precision.
    • Up to 30 fps AF/AE Burst Shooting: Capture fast-action sequences with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure.⁶

       

    • Up to 60 times/second Continuous AF/AE Calculation: Ensures unparalleled focus accuracy.⁷

       

    • HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photo & Night Shooting: Capture vibrant images with extended dynamic range and impressive detail in challenging lighting.
    • Color Spectrum Sensor: Enhances white balance accuracy for natural color reproduction.
    • Physical Two-Stage Shutter Button: Provides a tactile camera experience akin to a dedicated camera.⁸

       

Professional Videography Capabilities:

• • • 4K HDR Video Recording: Shoot cinematic video at 24, 30, 60, and 120 fps.
    • Optical SteadyShot™ with FlawlessEye™: Advanced 5-axis gyro-EIS and OIS for incredibly stable, smooth video.⁹

       

    • AI Camerawork & Auto Framing: New AI-powered features leverage human pose estimation to automatically frame and stabilize your video subjects, even capturing a second vertical close-up simultaneously.
    • S-Cinetone for mobile & Creative Look: Apply professional cinematic color science directly to your videos.¹⁰

       

    • Product Showcase Setting: Ideal for product reviewers, ensuring subjects stay in focus.
    • Native Sony Alpha Camera Support: Seamless integration and control with select Sony Alpha cameras.
  • Front Camera: A high-resolution 12 MP wide-angle lens (24mm equivalent) with f/2.0 aperture, 1/2.9″ Exmor RS for mobile sensor (1.22µm pixel size), and 4K@30/60fps video recording with 5-axis gyro-EIS for stable selfies and vlogs.¹¹
    

     

Immersive Display – Powered by BRAVIA:

• • 6.5-inch LTPO OLED Display: A stunning 6.5-inch LTPO OLED panel with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio for an expansive viewing experience.¹²

     

  • FHD+ HDR Resolution: Boasts a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels (~396 ppi density), delivering sharp visuals.¹³

     

  • 120Hz Refresh Rate: Enjoy incredibly smooth scrolling, gaming, and video playback with a dynamic 120Hz refresh rate.
  • 1 Billion Colors & HDR BT.2020: Experience vibrant, true-to-life colors and exceptional contrast with 10-bit tonal gradation and support for the wide BT.2020 color gamut and HDR.
  • BRAVIA™ Engine & Sunlight Vision: Enhanced display processing from Sony’s BRAVIA TV division ensures stunning image quality.¹⁴ Improved peak brightness of up to 1475 nits for superior legibility outdoors, and automatic color adjustment in different lighting conditions.

     

  • Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2: Robust protection on the front for enhanced durability against drops and scratches.¹⁵

     

Uncompromised Performance:

• • Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm) Mobile Platform: Powering the Xperia 1 VII is the latest-generation Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) chipset, featuring an Octa-core CPU (2×4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6×3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) and Adreno 830 GPU, ensuring lightning-fast performance for demanding apps, gaming, and multitasking.¹⁶

     

  • 12GB LPDDR5X RAM: Seamless multitasking and fluid operation with ample 12GB of RAM.¹⁷

     

  • 256GB / 512GB UFS 4.0 Internal Storage: Blazing-fast storage speeds with UFS 4.0 technology, available in 256GB and 512GB variants.¹⁸

     

  • MicroSDXC Card Slot: Expand your storage up to 2TB with a dedicated microSDXC slot (uses shared SIM slot).¹⁹

     

  • Android 15 (Launch OS): Ships with the latest Android 15, promising up to 4 major Android OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates for long-term support.²⁰

     

  • Vapor Chamber Cooling System: Efficient heat dissipation for sustained peak performance during intensive tasks.²¹

    

Superior Audio Experience – Powered by WALKMAN®:

• • 3.5mm Audio Jack: A rare and welcome feature in flagships, the 3.5mm headphone jack is present, now featuring a higher-quality solder with added gold for minimized transmission loss.²²

     

  • 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res Audio & Hi-Res Audio Wireless (LDAC): Experience audiophile-grade sound quality, both wired and wirelessly, with support for high-resolution audio formats.²³

     

  • Full-stage Stereo Speakers: Front-firing stereo speakers offer immersive audio with 10% richer bass and mid-bass, tuned in collaboration with Sony Music Entertainment.²⁴

     

  • Dolby Atmos® & 360 Reality Audio Certified: Enjoy cinematic sound and spatial audio experiences.
  • DSEE Ultimate & Snapdragon Sound: AI-upscaling of compressed audio and robust wireless audio codecs for a premium listening experience.²⁵

     

  • Dynamic Vibration System: Enhances immersion by synchronizing haptic feedback with audio.

Robust Battery & Fast Charging:

• • Large 5000 mAh Battery: A substantial 5000 mAh battery provides extended usage, with Sony claiming up to 2 full days of endurance and 36 hours of continuous video playback.²⁶

     

  • 30W Wired Fast Charging: Get back to 50% battery in just 30 minutes with 30W USB Power Delivery (PD3.0) and PPS support.²⁷

     

  • 15W Wireless Charging & Reverse Wireless Charging: Convenient 15W Qi wireless charging and reverse wireless charging to power up other devices.
  • Xperia Adaptive Charging & Battery Care: Intelligent charging technologies designed to prolong battery health for up to 4 years.²⁸

     

Connectivity & Durability:

• • 5G Connectivity: Blazing-fast 5G speeds for seamless streaming, gaming, and downloads.
  • Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be): The latest Wi-Fi standard offers superior speeds, lower latency, and improved efficiency.²⁹ Also supports Wi-Fi 6e.

     

  • Bluetooth 6.0: Advanced Bluetooth with A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless for high-quality wireless audio.
  • USB Type-C 3.2: High-speed data transfer and video output support.³⁰

     

  • IP65/IP68 Dust & Water Resistance: Built to withstand the elements, protected against dust ingress and immersion in up to 1.5m of water for 30 minutes.
  • Durable Build: Features Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and Gorilla Glass Victus on the back, encased in a robust aluminum frame.³¹

     

  • Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor: Secure and convenient biometric authentication.
  • Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM / Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM): Flexible SIM options for personal and work lines.

What’s in the box?

• Xperia 1 VII Smartphone
• Charging cable USB-C  (Adapter not included)

Conclusion

The Sony Xperia 1 VII stands as a testament to Sony’s engineering prowess, offering a compelling package for photographers, videographers, audio enthusiasts, and power users. Its unique blend of professional camera features, stunning display technology, high-resolution audio, and top-tier performance makes it a standout choice in the flagship smartphone market. Experience true quality and real emotion with the Xperia 1 VII.