Sony Xperia 10 V will Weigh Less and Have Bigger Sensors
Sony has recently unveiled the Xperia 10 V, joining its flagship 1 V model as a new midrange offering. One notable feature of this smartphone is its lightweight design, making it the world’s lightest 5,000 mAh smartphone currently available. Weighing in at just 159 grams, it is even a few grams lighter than its predecessor.
Under the hood, the Xperia 10 V retains the Snapdragon 695 chipset found in the Xperia 10 IV, as well as the options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which can still be expanded using microSD cards.
The device sports a 6.1-inch 1080p OLED display, which Sony claims is now 1.5 times brighter than before. However, it is worth noting that the screen’s refresh rate is limited to 60Hz, which may be underwhelming for some users in 2023. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus, while the back and frame of the phone are made of plastic to achieve its lightweight profile.
One of the notable improvements comes in the form of the main camera. The Xperia 10 V boasts a 48MP 1/2.0″ sensor with 0.8µm pixels and an f/1.8 lens, featuring optical image stabilization. Alongside the main camera, there is an 8MP telephoto lens and an 8MP ultrawide lens with respective apertures of f/2.2. The telephoto lens provides 2x zoom, while the ultrawide lens offers a 120-degree field of view. The inclusion of the telephoto lens is particularly noteworthy, as it sets the phone apart in the midrange segment. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera.
Powering the Xperia 10 V is a 5,000 mAh battery that Sony claims will retain at least 80% capacity after three years of use. The charging speed is not explicitly mentioned but is likely to be around 21W over Power Delivery.
Other notable features of the Xperia 10 V include IP65/68 water and dust resistance, a 3.5mm audio jack with Hi-Res audio support, and front-facing stereo speakers. The phone will be available in Europe for €449 and is set to go on sale in mid-June, although pre-orders and availability may vary slightly depending on the market.
Published on 05/20/23 4:01 | by Rawa John
