The Almighty Z5!

[year2013]

Yes. I will be getting the Z5 Premium Dual to replace my Z3 Dual.

Me too !!

 

[Sephirot]

Thursday went, no see it leh. Maybe too early.

313 have gold n green demo set. I like the silver but do not like the white front.

 

[johnsonheng]

Yes. I will be getting the Z5 Premium Dual to replace my Z3 Dual.

got z5 premium dual

 

[omelet]

Played with the display unit at 313...the camera UI not updated yet...think will have a new camera update coming...

This is how the new UI should look:
http://www.xperiablog.net/2015/09/03/new-camera-interface-heading-to-xperia-z5-series/

The new matt color looks good, especially the dark green model. But it felt chunkier than Z3+. Think will stick with my shiny and slim aqua green Z3+ for now...can't wait to touch the premium model

 

[titaniumsx2]

I managed to test it during the launch event and here are the general thought including from conversation with others at the event;

* camera final output have little to none of improvement from previous Z series.

* main bugbear is the over-sharpening effect, an issue dating back to the original xperia Z. Most attendees prefer minimal sharpening so that they can control it later using Snapseed app or other photo editing. Once you over sharpen, it is difficult to bring it down a few notches.

* the over sharpening causes what some called it "mottling" or "watercolour effect". This was very apparently when they showcase the final output from pictures taken during that event on their tv. Was not so bad on small Z5 screen but photo enthusiast will get the idea that it will be a problem when cropping or recomposing pictures.

* Camera UI little to no improvement from previous version.

* ISO can only be changed at 8MP and below. Not a choice at 20MP and above.

* low light capabilities is awesome, on par with other new phones.

* 4K display is amazing for viewing. A pleasure to spend some time watching great content.

* 4K youtube will render well on the Z5P as vouched for by event ambassador.

* General UI is smooth, as expected during any new phone launch.

* Sony cast, like chromecast, works well with their tv. Games played well on it.

My personal conclusion is that the Z5 is great for consuming content but those heavy on creating content might want to take a long hard look at it

Thanks for speaking my thoughts. Felt like I was the only one finding issues with the over sharpening.

 

[carlover76]

got z5 premium dual

Yes. It is available in Hong Kong so you need purchase it there so there is no warranty unless in Hong Kong.

The link for Z5 Premium Dual :Z5 Premium Dual in Hong Kong

 

[haylui]

The professionals are still sticking with their dedicated cameras for quality pictures, since pictures taken from phones are mainly good for casual photographers.

I never expect any great progress for such small lens in a phone.

Except those sample images from official websites of respective phone maker.
Hard for Sony since they can't explicitly says their z5 is better than Alpha... LOL

 

[rssd21]

Except those sample images from official websites of respective phone maker.
Hard for Sony since they can't explicitly says their z5 is better than Alpha... LOL

Those images are real, but taken at the best possible situations and settings which casual users will almost never achieve.

On the other hand, it is easier to take better shots with dedicated cameras compared to a phone.

 

[haylui]

Those images are real, but taken at the best possible situations and settings which casual users will almost never achieve.

On the other hand, it is easier to take better shots with dedicated cameras compared to a phone.

Don't get me wrong. I myself own DSLR for photography and can't be denied, using dedicated tools for dedicated task is unbeatable.
I really don't like those phone keep selling cameras on such a tiny slab...srsly, if anyone need a good device to have good photos please...get a ......

 

[rssd21]

Don't get me wrong. I myself own DSLR for photography and can't be denied, using dedicated tools for dedicated task is unbeatable.
I really don't like those phone keep selling cameras on such a tiny slab...srsly, if anyone need a good device to have good photos please...get a ......

Otherwise, if you look at it, it is getting harder to sell phones without those few basic selling points - design, screen, camera, battery, etc.

People like the idea of convenience with smartphone.
Who still wants to carry around dedicated camera, music player, speaker, game console when makers claimed you can do all these with smartphone.

 

[Kitaro9202]

Otherwise, if you look at it, it is getting harder to sell phones without those few basic selling points - design, screen, camera, battery, etc.

People are like the idea of convenience with smartphone.
Who still wants to carry around dedicated camera, music player, speaker, game console when makers claimed you can do all these with smartphone.

user perference for me

i prefer to get a delicated mp3 player and camera

phone camera use when go out nv bring out camera

 

[manutdonline]

anyone know if the z5 compact is on demo at 313? thanks!

 

[rssd21]

user perference for me

i prefer to get a delicated mp3 player and camera

phone camera use when go out nv bring out camera

That is cool for you.
I would also use my dedicated camera for those quality picture moments.

But for those students or people who are lazy to carry bags around, they prefer smartphones to do the work.
And they have no excuses to complain about picture quality or battery life then.

 

[omelet]

anyone know if the z5 compact is on demo at 313? thanks!

Yup, played with it at 313 on Saturday...

 

[Illusionist_85]

Otherwise, if you look at it, it is getting harder to sell phones without those few basic selling points - design, screen, camera, battery, etc.

People like the idea of convenience with smartphone.
Who still wants to carry around dedicated camera, music player, speaker, game console when makers claimed you can do all these with smartphone.

If Sony come up with some mp3 player similar to sansa clip, I confirm support.

Sent from Sony Z4 using GAGT

 

[yang_nastyman]

If Sony come up with some mp3 player similar to sansa clip, I confirm support.

Sent from Sony Z4 using GAGT

woooo hestia

 

[kopi22]

So I guess there are no photos by Z5 camera comparisons yet since the phone is yet to be official? Hope to see how well Z5 will do against other flagship.

Sent from inside the toilet bowl taking upskirts using GAGT

 

[lekhte]

previous Z series telco got pre-orders?

As far as i could remember, there are

 

[yhw22]

As far as i could remember, there are

Yup, but don't think it is necessary to have pre-order purchase. U can always get your phone very fast as no queue.

Got it on the 1st day lunch time for few times, most of the times, the queue is waiting for me to form it.

Unlike ifruity/Samseng....queue nite or even risk their life to get it.

 

[GreenHorn]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0h8azRNN6E

After watching this, i think i am still sticking back with my S6.