Sony Xperia 5 V: The MOST Beautiful Camera I've Tested. Period.
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- Опубліковано 27 тра 2024
- The Sony Xperia 5 V is the first Sony phone I've used in 15 years.
This phone got me in love with Sony all over again. Here's my thoughts.
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🎬 Video Timeline
0:00 - Pre-Intro (Shot on Xperia 5V)
0:28 - Intro
1:16 - SONY Camera Pro
1:40 - SONY Creative Look
1:48 - Camera Samples
2:31 - Video Footage
3:16 - SONY Video Pro
3:47- Other Features I Like
5:33 - One Slight Problem
5:54 - How's it as a Phone?
6:28 - Final Thoughts
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If money wasn't an issue, I'd buy this in a heartbeat. I used to own Xperia phones so I'm a Sony fan. Thanks for reviewing.
Yeah bro, got my 1 ii last year secondhand, because can't afford new one 😂
@@jakefischer755
😂👍 Same here. Being a Sony Ericsson user since 1999 and Sony since 2012 I had to go for Motorola in 2021, then I chanced upon this Xperia 1 ii, an 'Unboxed' lot someone is importing from Japan.
Unfortunately Sony has exited from our region in 2018.
Yeah man I bought the Xperia iv mark 10 earlier last year and this 5 mark V has everything I would want in a Sony phone.
Hopefully I can save enough one day to upgrade it.
Get a Pixel 8 for $600
It is so dang expensive. I'm still using my XZ1 for 7 years. Wanted to continue a sony phone but I can't afford to splurge on one
As an Xperia fan myself, I'm glad you enjoyed this device. It's not the most powerful, versatile or the greatest point and shoot in the market, but it's just so dang impressive to have a lot of Sony tech crammed into such a small package. Probably time for you to try the 1 VI when it come out next 😂.
It’s always refreshing to experience something new (for me at least)! I really can’t wait to try the 1!
@@LimReviewsIPHONE NOOB...
Xperia phones have shutter button since long ago.... welcome to the dark side 😂😂😂
Their phones naming still confuses
@@indiangamingfactshistory4642 Xperia 1: Big flagship
Xperia 5: Compact premium device
Xperia 10: Compact midrange device
And then, add a roman letter at the end for the generation.
Xperia 5 V is pronounced "5 mark 5".
I'm glad that Malaysia reviewer still aware of Sony Xperia phone. I'm Xperia user and used to take group photos and everyone are impressed with quality of photo (I'm mainly photo pro manual mode to adjust and fixed white balance, AEL, eyes AF).. most people not even know it's Sony phone. I have full set of tool like vlog monitor, Bluetooth grip remote control, Sony wireless mic that can use for interview video session..
Extra thing to tell.. you can record 4k 120 fps with recent Xperia phone across all lens. The only in smartphone can do that.. 30fps burst mode with HDR enabled. 30 photos in 1 secs..
I'm always amazed on the sony xperia phones. My cousin has one and he takes good photos. however, I dont know how to tinker the pro mode just like the way he can to get the best results. It's not the best for point-shoot photography. But if you know how to do the pro-mode, it is the best. Im going to buy one once I know how to adjust the settings
@@nilskiemle9556 basic of camera logic.. it's work like a camera with little AI integration. But compared to other smartphone, it is lesser AI but more close to camera
Sadly malaysia only come with black colour
That blue one is gorgeous
One of the best reviews I've seen of this phone, the Sony phones are not for the average user, most ppl demand all sorts of tricks and gimmicks, the Sony phone is a proper phone for enthusiasts.
Its xperia, gotta give like.
The thing about Xperia camera is the way it process the light, trying to keep it as natural or camera like, which is very natural and comfortable.
Those colors from both photos and videos are truly amazing. Priced at RM4500 (shopee near RM4000), at this price range most people would have just go for iPhones to be honest.
yeah I'm eyeing this phone for long time, using the XZ1 for 7 years now and wanna continue the sony phones because its so dang quality and durable. But goddamn its expensive, if buy from sony official shop its rm5k
@@gustinex i still rocking with xz1, not one but 2 haha
@@akmaldanial4418 ayyy my brother
As a Fuji shooter, i really love those colors, it reminds me a lot of the Fuji's film simulations. Great samples too!
True! I love those colors too. It's so pity that Sony doesn't give good software support throughout the years.
I would like to call this the honest phone because it encourages you to take genuine photos and videos without using any processing. It really gives you the most realistic image possible when it is dialed in right.
That sd card tray looks awesome! Other manufacturers stopped providing SD card slots to sell more 512GB phones but the SD card is actually the fastest and most reliable way to access a large photo/video collection on a computer. Plugging my phone to the computer with the usb cable makes me want to tear my hair out!
And then the USB drivers are not updated
i have to say the colors on the pictures are truly stunning
The highlight rolloff is so smooth
salute.. respect to you.. im notice youre the only 1 youtuber tech malaysian are using sony xperia..
Support. We need more sony in malaysia
2:05 You do speak the truth the clarity of the video and pictures are immensely clean. It resonates with me when you use the phrase "a camera with a phone in it" as to say the phone is a dedicated camera.
I've always been a fan of those Sony cameras, the video and picture quality is one of the best💯
Daaaam those colors are really nice. I hope sony brings those to their mirrorless cams in the future, i really love taking photos with my sony camera but i need to tweak a lot to give them nice colors
first time watching your channel.. amazing quality video, Lim!
short and sweet review, straight to the point, thanks for that!!!!
Wow, that looks great. And a camera shutter button with partial press for focus is great.
I love your honest review ❤️
Omgggg I can't believe u did Sony mobile review. ❤
The guy with honest reviews on UA-cam
Youre good as a malaysian reviewer, good points covered. Syabas.
A beautiful, elegant smartphone with a talented camera. I looked at many smartphones and only fell in love with Sony)
I watch this video again just to enjoy the photos and videos you took with this phone, realizing I couldn't afford it 😁
Thank you Lim!
New fan.
God I love that creative filter you used. Reminds me of Fujifilm film simulations.
Thank you for the well rounded review, I have been using a Sony Mark V IV during the last year with a Sony grip and have made some beautiful videos.
What's the grip you're using?
@@javierjimenez3627Sony camera Bluetooth grip. Vpt2bt. It is compatible with Xperia phone through photo pro and video pro apps. Can control shutter, zooming, C1 button, recording button.. also can enable camera endurance mode
Absolutely great review, more Sony reviews! Rode mic is crazy distracting though.
Thank you for the review
thank you for your review, very proud for this product, but still using my 1 IV here
those pictures looked amazing, oh my...
Thank you for showing this. I didn't know xperia has this. Beautiful color grading.
I always felt like you were missing the 1 V review. Especially with a periscope telephoto lens with true optimal zooming. Though I don't think it's as sharp as the 4.3x from Vivo's X100 Pro.
And video with the Sony Venice look SOOC is pretty amazing, too.
Really nice colors. A bit like the realme natgeo cinematic but more subdued and natural. Glad something simple is surprising pleasant to see. Color science and luts and filters are what makes videos beautiful.
Seus reviews são excelentes.
I have been watching your cooking skills since 2020. I would like to say that you're the most passionate and experienced chef(s)I have witnessed. Good job done ever folks.
That's really really impressive. ❤
finally it such a beauty 😍
Sony is one of the best cameras and sound company,
They do care about cameras and headphones jack, because their base customers also care about these things too.
that's why i love Sony Xperia. I'm currently using the Xperia 5iii and 5iv and planning to upgrade it. but, since knowing that the 5v didn't have a telephoto lens, i think i should wait for the next Xperia. Xperia 5vi maybe. and i hope Sony will bring back a telephoto lens to it's compact phone cause i love compact phone. the picture or video that comes out is very natural with huge bitrate compared to the other phone. samsung, pixel, and others didn't offer that naturality 😅
Im thinking of switching to Sony form my Oneplus 8. Could you pls share your experience with Sony' UI? And does it have built-in app lock feature ?😊
I think that's why pictures from it look good bc it does not have telephoto which usually ruins picture cleanliness and sharpness
I'm still using my XZ1 for 7 years. Wanted to continue a sony phone but I can't afford to splurge on one, and if I do, obviously gotta get your bang for the buck. the 5V looks perfect, hope it gets a drop in price when VI comes out
Just got one (through work so price not an issue). Immediately impressed with the camera, even on basic mode. Very natural and sharp images compared to the Pixel 8 Pro I'm comparing it with. Sending the Pixel 8 Pro back, it's massive and the photos are overprocessed crap.
I thought I was the only one who thought this about the pixel
@@graham1155 Pixel does over process a lot. Its a general issue with smartphone pictures imho.
I wish more manufacturers had a toggle in the settings to turn on their auto processing. Otherwise it would just give what the camera can put out raw. Photos changed after the iPhone X released I believe. This has me wanting to grab a Sony phone. I’m on a 15Pro.
i remember those sony phones!!! i used to have one, the james bond series. they are the only phone manufacturer at that time that uses a xenon flash.
Sony color gamut is best above all else. Even Sony monitors if you put it side by side against other brands it stands out all the time.
This is what I expect the picture quality to be. I'm using the 5 ii atm, pictures come out amazing, very capable for astro long exposures as well! But when I watch all those smartphone camera comparison videos , all the pics look like they came out of a 2001 Nokia.
The King of camera Sony Xperia my 1st phone on this planet
Split nice review Lim
I using sony 1v really love it yeah the color is very natural and does not pop up like Samsung phone the only bad thing is the price and there is no dual app supported . This phone is meant for photographer which is a niche market anf and the screen size is kinda of diff also
Why would a photographer use a phone to shoot pictures? Today's mirrorless cameras are compact enough to carry them around.
@@klausheinz5066 Mostly people do not bring their camera to go to office and rely their phone to take photos. Just like when u go nearby for a meal do you bring your camera along ?
I love how the camera is flush with the phone. You don't get that kind of form factor anymore since everyone is like comparing who got the best camera modules.
Lens is thicker as the sensor size grows
It's not flush though, it's clearly raised.
You should try the burst mode 10/20/30fps regular and 10/20fps hdr. All with continuous eye tracking autofocus. Its the reason why I bought the phone. Its nailing focus.
Nice shots of Bled👍
Great review! Do you have any pictures taken in Malaysia itself with the Xperia 5 V? Would love to see and compare as the tones may be a little different in Malaysia.
My ❤️ for SONY is on 🔥 again...
Xperia Z and XZP my Sony phones from the past... The only camera phone 🤳 that really gets me...😢
Amazing. Sony is SONY!
Awesome video, this is the first time im learning bout this phone, funny i never knew sony had phones, i thought only camera😅
where have you been in the last 20 years if you just knew about Sony smartphone exist ?
For the last 4 years now I've been using Xiaomi phones, but trust me when I say, if I ever get the money, I will buy a Sony phone again and stick to it.
Start saving for upcoming xperia flagship. Rumored to change design language.
Sony has an even more terrible software update policy than Xiaomi. Are you sure?
@@alanwerner7946but still, better then bugadsui
Same
Same. Save $ for my next phone.
Nice video!
omg this will be my next video phone!!!!!
I'm a '93 guy too. I grew up on Sony...started on Sony Ericsson. I had the newer version of the K800, the K810. Good to see someone excited about Xperia, not just Apple and Galaxy fanboys.
Me too. My first Sony phone was the Sony Ericcson T610. I currently have 23 Sony phones. Which phone do you have now?
@@SonyEnthusiast Xperia 5 III
@@viligyurimb9724 nice👍
Great video Lim, what FPS was the video set at? Looks a little choppy.
Great concise review. I love the camera too on 10 V especially in night mode. Does 5 V. Camera have ability when recording video to switch between back and front cameras?
Truly a camera phone.
The 'missing feature' from all the others is the half-press to focus shutter button. ïreally miss not having it from my Xperia handsets.
(the S, the T, Z1c, Z3c - fantastic units)
I am gonna buy this someday 😮
I used to own a Xperia z2 and z3 and I loved both of these phones. But all those years later they still look exactly the same. I mean the shutter button and stuff like this is awesome, don't get me wrong. The huge bezzles around the display are insane for a 2024 phone for almost 1000€ though.
These photos are crazy.
Welcome to Split! ❤️💙
It's truly a great phone and a underrated one but unfortunately nobody buys it.
Holy crap I didn't know Sony phones looked this good !
PRO TIP: adjust your music levels. If there's background noise coming from the Rode's, it's better to re-do everything or do a voiceover. Your production quality is very good, step it up!
One of the most interesting phones in a very long time!
Sony cameras+ Google software + ios hardware/ GPU = 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Looks like Fuji Classic Chrome and I love it.
Holy crap, looks amazing. Headphone jack, SIM card that doesn't need a pin to eject, amazing photos and selections that pro cameras use...
And the form factor says "I'm a phone" rather than "I'm a camera that's also a phone".
If only I could afford it lol
Sony has the best color grading on the spot camera
Yeah buddy, i had the K800i back then 🥰🥰🥰
very nice pictures indeed!it sound like the piano music is in the foreground and it makes it harder to listen to you
SONY-Godfather of camera
If they can do a special edition of this phone, like a 5 V compact I would snap it in a heartbeat.
I really want a Sony phone. It's seriously the best phone BUT I really wish they made bigger phones! It's the only flagship phone that has a headphone jack (that I know of). something I like as an audiophile. Best camera in the game.
what i also wish for (and i am a sony xperia 5ii user), is that you should easely be able to make videos with the zeemless zoom but while recording switching to selfie camera. would be so helpful for social media. The weird thing is that instagram for example can just do that. so its its a software thing not a hardware thing that does not make this happen. pls sony fix this. it would be such a big improvement
I love Xperia series It's not like Samsung and iPhone fake Colour saturations . Xperia capture absolute natural and realistic
THE perfect phone IMO
The pictures are looking great, but the videos... Can't really tell what it is but I feel iPhone videos still have the upper hand over any Android phone. They just feel way smoother overall. (always been an Android user)
Beautiful and minimalistic; I hate the look of all these huge bumps on most phones these days
Thanks 🎉 A Phone most reviewers would skip
When are you making a complete review of this phone
I wonder how well the night sky pictures will look with such a detailed promode.
1:56 finally found the bus from the Bus Simulator Ultimate!
Camera shutter button was present in my Sony Xperia C5 ultra
Sony Xperia phones are criminally underrated and unknown. And thats partly Sony's fault for not advertising and marketing them more/better. And its partly because UA-camrs..... certainly the big ones....tend to either ignore them or essentially trash them either because they dont understand how anything that isnt an iPhone works, or they are doing FUD marketing deliberately. But if you actually take the time to use an Xperia and especially the manual control apps with its camera system you will have a great experience. And one thst is actually fairly different to the other brands.
After watching this video make me want to go back to the Sony Xperia 😢
I used Xperia 1ii for 3 years before I switched to Nubia RedMagic 8 Pro, I switched because I love gaming..
Let's see after 3 years maybe I will go back to Sony
My dream phone sir
I like the Xperia camera look
would be fantastic if this and all smartphone cameras support adding custom lightroom presets to our camera experience
I have a Sony 5 ii. Though nothing compared to this, I am still trying to learn its Pro camera.
If I had seen this video before, I would've bought this phone...
i've been an android guy and previous owner of xperias (Z3, Z5) but switched to iphone for a few years now. (12 mini, 13 mini) - i'm going back to sony after this, they've caught up and even surpassed iphone's cameras IMO based on what i'm seeing here. i might not get the 5V, will probably wait for the 5VI coming out at the end of the yaer...
I have been using Sony phones many times. The battery, even much smaller than the competitors, was excellent. So smooth also, system was perfect and there was no cache delete?! The system was deleting by itself. So happy with everything except the cameras...Samsung or regular Iphone, not to mention Huawei back in those years, were much, much better in every scenario. That was a huge dealbreak for me. But this gives me hope :)
Everyone is all about the cameras. What about the audio dac? Does it play some good hi-res music?