What's good
- Super slow-motion video capture
- Excellent detail and color reproduction in photos
- Bright and sharp screen
- Good performance
What's bad
- No fingerprint sensor for US phones
- Almost same phone as Xperia XZ
- Large bezels above and below screen
What's good
- Decent performance
- Budget-friendly price
- Solid battery life
- Includes fingerprint scanner
- Expandable storage
- Software shortcuts
What's bad
- Poor audio quality
- Mediocre camera quality
- Disappointing display
- Weak multitasking
What's good
- Built for utility
- Live broadcast over 5G
- Professional-level video monitors
What's bad
- The price limits its already niche specs
- Android 10
Verdict
The phone offers an interesting proposition with the ability to stream video over 5G, double as 4K HDR video monitor, and more. But whether the price is worth it to you will largely be a matter of your budget and how serious you are about videography.
See full review, specs & pricesWhat's good
- Vivid, crisp display
- Fast performance
- Plenty of internal storage
- microSD support
- Great front-facing camera
- Clean, minimalist design
- Fast charging
- All-day battery life
What's bad
- Price compared to competition
- Lackluster rear camera
- No waterproofing
What's good
- Lightning fast performance
- 4K HDR video recording capabilities
- Decent picture quality in good light
- Modern and sleek design
- IP68 rated
What's bad
- Mediocre battery life
- Camera struggles in low light
- Slippery/prone to drops
Verdict
Sony has made some significant upgrades to the XZ2 from the XZ1, but much of it is playing catch up to current flagships. While it provides excellent performance, a good display, and a decent camera, it has no standout features to distinguish it from its competitors.