Xperia 1 VII

Pro photography, perfected for your pocket.

The Sony Xperia 1 VII elevates mobile photography with a next-generation stacked CMOS sensor for unparalleled image quality. It also introduces an enhanced variable telephoto lens, offering greater optical zoom flexibility for creators.

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Verdict

Pros

Next-generation camera sensor technology
Versatile variable telephoto lens
Professional-grade photo and video apps
Headphone jack and expandable storage
Premium, no-notch display design

Cons

Expected premium price point
Charging speeds may lag behind competitors
Niche appeal for professional users
Tall and narrow aspect ratio isn't for everyone

Full specifications

Display

Type: OLED
Size: —
Resolution: —
Refresh rate: 120Hz
Peak brightness: —
Protection: —
Features: Creator Mode 'powered by CineAlta'
BRAVIA Engine

Performance

Chipset: —
Process: —
CPU: —
GPU: —
AnTuTu: —
Geekbench (single): —
Geekbench (multi): —

Camera

4K at 24/25/30/60/120fps HDR

Rear camera

4K at 24/25/30/60/120fps HDR

Wide—

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Next-generation stacked CMOS sensor

Variable Telephoto—

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Improved continuous optical zoom

Ultrawide—

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ZEISS T* lens coatingReal-time Eye AF for humans and animalsPhotography Pro and Videography Pro apps

Front camera

4K at 30fps

Wide—

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HDR

Battery & charging

Capacity: 5000 mAh
Type: Li-Po
Wired: —
Wireless: Qi wireless charging
Reverse: Reverse wireless charging
Endurance: —

Build & design

Dimensions: —
Weight: —
Materials: Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water/dust: IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant
Colors: Black
Khaki Green
Platinum Silver

Software & AI

OS at launch: Android 16 (Expected)
Skin / UI: Sony Xperia UI
Update policy: —
AI features

Connectivity

Network: 5G
Wi-Fi: —
Bluetooth: —
NFC: Yes
USB: USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM and eSIM)
Infrared: No

Sensors

Fingerprint: Side-mounted (in power button)
Face unlock: 2D Software
Other sensors: Accelerometer
Gyro
Proximity
Barometer
Compass
Color spectrum