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Sony Xperia Pro-I update brings livestreaming in Videography Pro mode

Sudhanshu — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 13:51:58 +0000

Last year, Sony launched the Sony Xperia Pro-I, which is an Alpha camera-influenced smartphone aimed mainly at content creators and photography/videography enthusiasts. It features a massive 1-inch sensor that is capable of capturing scenes in great detail.

The smartphone has recently received a new OTA update that adds the ability to live-stream directly from the Videography Pro app for the device’s camera UI, potentially making it simpler and more efficient to use on social media platforms. In order to facilitate any future editing, the update also ensures that a file’s metadata accurately represents the fact that this new option is activated when shooting in portrait at 120 frames per second.

Those who have both the Pro-I and the GP-VPT2BT accessories benefit from this OTA as well. Owners of the Xperia Pro-I will be able to access the “custom” C1 button on the mini tripod/grip via the same Videography Pro software for more direct reprogramming.

Sony Xperia PRO-I specs & features

The Sony Xperia Pro-I launched last year with a price tag of $1,800. For this price, users get a 6.5-inch 4K OLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 CPU inside, along with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. Additionally, the gadget has a microSD card slot that enables you to increase the tablet’s storage capacity by up to 1TB.

The device has three camera lenses, each of which has a 3D iToF sensor and ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating. A recently created 24mm lens uses ZEISS Tessar Optics to produce high-resolution images with less peripheral image distortion and greater contrast and sharpness. The 1-inch sensor on the smartphone is borrowed from the RX100 VII camera and it supports RAW 12-bit shooting for incredible dynamic range, and dual aperture that goes from f/2.0 to f/4.0 for changing the depth of field.

A 12-megapixel 16mm f/2.2 ultrawide sensor and a second 12-megapixel 50mm f/2.4 2x optical telephoto sensor are combined with the 24-mm lens. There’s a monaural microphone next to the main camera for clear speech recording.

It has compatibility with Wi-Fi 6 and 5G in addition to the standard range of connectivity options. The smartphone is powered by a 4,500mAh battery that supports 30W rapid charging technology and runs the Android operating system.

Next-gen Sony Xperia Pro with triple 48-megapixel sensors could launch in November

Anurag — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:00:30 +0000

Sony recently unveiled the Xperia 5 IV with some welcome improvements. Now, rumors are rife that the Japanese tech giant is working on another smartphone and it may be launched in November. The rumored smartphone is said to be the successor to the Xperia Pro-I, which was launched last year. The device’s moniker is not known yet, and we’d rather not speculate.

According to a tipster, the alleged Sony Xperia smartphone will come with a triple rear camera setup, featuring improved sensors (Via GSMArena). The device is said to have three 48-megapixel sensors. Interestingly, one of the three cameras will have a variable aperture between f/1.2 and f/4.0.

Sony Xperia Pro-I Camera

Further, the tipster reveals the primary camera will have the company’s 1-inch IMX903 sensor and the ultrawide unit will feature the 1/1.3-inch IMX803 sensor. The telephoto camera, on the other hand, will be an upgraded version of the 1/1.7” IMX557, which was also seen on the Xperia 1 II and Xperia 5 IV.

Details about the Xperia smartphone are still pretty short. As of now, we only know the alleged camera specifications of the smartphone. As mentioned, it will likely launch as the next-gen Sony Xperia Pro-I, which came with a 6.5-inch 4K HDR OLED display offering a 120Hz refresh rate.

The handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC paired with 12GB of RAM. In terms of optics, the device features a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 12-megapixel 1-inch sensor accompanied by a 12-megapixel sensor, and a 12-megapixel sensor. While on the front, it has an 8-megapixel snapper for selfies and video calls.

Sony Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III, Xperia PRO-I Android 12 update now rolling out

Zohaib Ahmed — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 11:19:39 +0000

Sony last week announced the Android 12 upgrade plan for a total of five devices — Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III, Xperia PRO-I, Xperia 1 II, and Xperia 5 II. Some of these models are now beginning to receive the update, namely the Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III, and the Xperia PRO-I.

Aside from the brand new system interface and all of that Material You goodness, the Xperia Android 12 update also brings a host of improvements to system functions. Some of the newly added features include long screenshots, conversation widgets, and call recording.

A new emergency call function has also been added, allowing a very speedy emergency call dial simply by tapping the power button 5 times. There’s also fresh support for emergency contacts.

The one-handed mode has also received a complete revamp. Just slide down on the bottom navigation bar and the mobile phone interface will sink to the bottom, making it easier to reach the content at the top of the screen.

The two apps, Photography Master and Movie Master, have also been further optimized. First of all, they have added a prompt page, through which one can easily access tips and tricks. The second is for photographers, adding custom functions for AEL buttons, DISP buttons, and function menu buttons, making the app more convenient to use.

Sony Xperia PRO-I now up for pre-order in China; costs 10,999 yuan ($1,723)

Jeet — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 03:39:33 +0000

A few weeks ago, Sony launched the Xperia PRO-I flagship smartphone that comes packed with an impressive set of camera technology and features. This new device from the company is now up for pre-sale in China.

The Sony Xperia PRO-I, which is priced at 10,999 yuan (approximately $1,723) can now be pre-ordered in China and will start shipping from 6th December.

The smartphone features a 6.5-inch 4K OLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device comes powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

The device comes with three camera lenses, all of which are enhanced with ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating and a 3D iToF sensor. There’s a newly developed 24mm lens that adopts ZEISS Tessar Optics for delivering high-resolution images with less peripheral image distortion and more intense contrast and sharpness.

The 24mm lens is clubbed with two other sensors — a 12-megapixel 16mm f/2.2 ultrawide sensor and another 12-megapixel 50mm f/2.4 2x optical telephoto lens. It is touted to be the world’s first smartphone to come with a 1.0-type sensor with phase detection, packing an Exmor RS sensor with a 2.4µm pixel pitch for impressive low-light performance.

Sony claims the Xperia Pro-I to be the world’s first smartphone allowing users to shoot high-quality video in 4K 120fps and slow-motion video at up to 5x. There’s a monaural microphone next to the main camera for clear speech recording.

It supports the usual set of connectivity options, with support for 5G and Wi-Fi 6. The device runs the Android operating system and is powered by a 4,500mAh battery with supports for 30W fast charging technology.

Sony Xperia PRO-I Chinese Variant will finally go on sale on 6th December for 10,999 yuan ($1720)

Sudhanshu — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 15:27:05 +0000

At the end of October, Sony held a product launch conference launching the Chinese version of the Xperia Pro-I, the latest flagship smartphone offering from Sony.

The phone will finally be up for pre-order for Chinese customers starting November 22, and will go on sale at 8 PM December 6th for 10,999 yuan ($1720). Furthermore, the phone’s vlog monitor accessory is expected to cost around 1000 yuan (150 dollars).

Sony Xperia PRO-I

It sports a 6.5-inch 4K HDR (3,840×1,644 pixels) OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, a 21:9 aspect ratio, and 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut. Its display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, while the back gets Gorilla Glass 6 protection. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC paired with 12GB of RAM and 512 GB storage. There’s also a microSD card slot, allowing you to further expand the storage capacity up to 1TB on the device. The phone hosts a 4,500mAh battery with 30W fast charging support, giving 50 percent battery life in 30 minutes. Sony Xperia Pro-I gets IPX5 and IPX8 ratings for water resistance and IP6X rating for dust resistance. The phone measures 166x72x8.9mm and weighs 211 grams. The Sony smartphone also features Dolby Atmos for the built-in speakers.

In the design department, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is designed with a focus on function over form featuring frosted glass matte-black finish and rigid rails going all along the side, making the phone easier to grip. It has a dedicated shutter button on the right spine that you can press to access the camera, then half-press to focus and full press to snap a picture. Sony has also introduced a Vlog Monitor that acts as an accessory and enables you to vlog using the phone’s rear camera with greater ease.

Sony Xperia PRO-I Camera

It wouldn’t be a lie if someone described this device as a phone attached to a camera, as the phone is clearly built for photography and content creation enthusiasts.

The Xperia Pro-I features a triple rear camera setup. It gets a 12-megapixel 1-inch type Exmor RS sensor with a variable aperture ranging from f/2.0 to f/4.0 as its primary camera. It also features a 12-megapixel 1/2.9-inch Exmor RS sensor with an f/2.4 aperture lens, and another 12-megapixel 1/2.5-inch Exmor RS sensor with an f/2.2 aperture lens. The rear cameras also get optical image stabilization (OIS).

For selfies and video calls, the Sony Xperia Pro-I sports an 8-megapixel 1/4-inch sensor with an f/2.0 aperture lens. The smartphone gets a dedicated shutter button and a shortcut key that can be customized as per the user’s preference.

The new Sony Xperia flagship smartphone records videos in 21:9 video format at 4K resolution and 120 frames per second. It comes with a Cinematography Pro mode that lets users adjust various settings. Sony’s Vlog Monitor acts as a secondary display that attaches at the back of the Xperia Pro-I.

Other features

Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, dual-band Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, Bluetooth v5.2, USB Type-C, NFC, and a 3.5mm headphone jack that can act as a microphone input. Onboard sensors include A-GPS, A-GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS, and a fingerprint.

Sony Xperia PRO-I smartphone with a 1-inch camera sensor launched for $1,800

Jeet — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 05:43:36 +0000

Sony has today officially launched its latest smartphone under the Xperia branding — Sony Xperia Pro-I, which is targeted towards the content creators. The highlight is the camera technology, which is developed with the same advanced imaging technology from Sony’s mirrorless Alpha brand cameras, found in the RX100 VII camera.

The newly announced Sony Xperia Pro-I is touted to be the world’s first smartphone to come with a 1.0-type sensor with phase detection. The device comes packed with a 1.0-type Exmor RS sensor with a 2.4µm pixel pitch for impressive low-light performance.

The 1-inch sensor is borrowed from its RX100 VII camera. It supports RAW 12-bit shooting for incredible dynamic range, and dual aperture that goes from f/2.0 to f/4.0 for changing the depth of field. The phone also features a BIONZ X for mobile and a front-end LSI.

The smartphone includes three camera lenses, all of which are enhanced with ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating and a 3D iToF sensor. There’s a newly developed 24mm lens that adopts ZEISS Tessar Optics for delivering high-resolution images with less peripheral image distortion and more intense contrast and sharpness.

The 24mm lens is clubbed with two other sensors — a 12-megapixel 16mm f/2.2 ultrawide sensor and another 12-megapixel 50mm f/2.4 2x optical telephoto lens. Further, the 3D iToF sensor calculates the distance between the camera and the subject to ensure fast and accurate autofocus.

The device also features 315 phase-detection AF points that cover almost 90 percent of the frame. There’s also an AF technology that includes features Real-time Eye-AF in humans and animals, Real-time tracking, 20fps AF/AE burst shooting, and anti-distortion shutter for a cleaner capture of fast-moving objects.

There are two physical camera buttons on the device — one is a two-stage shutter key and the other is a circular button that is mapped to launch the Videography Pro app. This app offers advanced controls like white balance, exposure and focus.

Given that the smartphone is aimed at content creators or vloggers, there’s a special Vlog Monitor which is basically a 3.5-inch 720p monitor accessory that can be attached to the phone’s rear, allowing to film users with the new 1.0-inch type camera sensor.

As for the rest of the specifications, the Xperia Pro-I features a 6.5-inch 4K OLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device comes powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, coupled with up to 12GB of RAM.

With such advanced camera functions, you will need a good amount of storage and Sony isn’t compromising as it is offering 512GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot allowing you to further expand the storage capacity up to 1TB on the device.

Sony Xperia Pro-I will be available for purchase from December this year, for the price of $1,800 through authorized deals in the United States. It will also be available in the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and the Nordics.

The company will start taking pre-orders from 28th October. Apart from the smartphone, the Vlog Monitor and Style Cover in Leather will also be available in December 2021 for around $200 and $90, respectively.