Monday 24 February 2014

Sony Xperia Z2 - Review, Features, Price, Pros & Cons

Features:
Display : 5.2 inches with IPS LCD Capacitive touch
Resolution : 1080 x 1920 pixels
Camera : 20.7mp with LED flash
Video : 2160p @ 30fps, 1080p @ 30fps, 720p @ 120fps
Front Camera : 2.2mp, 1080p @ 30fps
OS : Android KitKat 4.4.2
CPU: Quad core 2.3Ghz CPU
Memory : Internal 16 gb storage, expandable upto 64gb
RAM : 3 GB RAM
Battery : 3000 mAh Li-Ion
Additional Features: Triluminous Display, X reality  Engine, Touch focus, Face & Smile detection, Image & video stabilization, HDR, Panorama

Review :
Sony's Xperia Z2 is the next flagship from sony after Xperia Z1. It is the most advanced version in the Xperia line. It comes with 5.2 inches of Display with Triluminous Display technology and X-Reality for mobile previously found on Xperia Z1. With 2.3 GHz of Quadcore Processor along with 3 GB Ram the Device provides lag free performance.

Camera on Xperia Z2 remains the same as previous one i.e. 20 Mega Pixels but now it has improved and can record video at 4K Ultra-HD resolution. Sony has introduced new camera apps such as 'TimeShift' which lets you record 720p video at 120 FPS & view it later in slow motion. There is also an app called 'Background Defocus' which allows you to focus on main subject and blur the background.

The device has an IP58 rating which means one can click photos and record videos under water for 30 minutes over 1 meter of depth. There is dedicated camera shutter key on the right to shoot photos and videos which comes handy if you are using the phone beneath the water.
The Xperia Z2 runs on latest android 4.4.2 KitKat version of OS and Sony's time scape user interface. Design wise Xperia Z2 has not changed very much. But the speaker at the bottom is now in 3 dots pattern instead of the long bar. And the device is slimmer and lighter than before. Xperia Z2 will be available to buy in the markets from this March.

Colour options include Black, White, Purple.

In addition to above, Sony has also introduced a number new accessories for a better user experience. This includes a Smartband, Noise cancelling headset, magnetic charging dock and a attachable Stereo Microphone.

Pros :
  • Triluminous Display
  • 20.7 MP Camera
  • 4K video recording
  • Water and Dust Resistant
  • Android 4.4.2 KitKat
  • NFC Support
Cons :
  • Need to take care of USB and charging flaps
Expected Price : Rs. 49,900/- including Smartband SWR10 Last updated on 28/5/2014

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