Sony launches Xperia Z1 Compact at CES 2014

Sony launches Xperia Z1 Compact at CES 2014

Sony Mobile launched the Xperia Z1 Compact amidst much fanfare at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2014 in Las Vegas. This beautifully crafted waterproof smartphone brings the best of Sony in a design that fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. Built with a solid aluminum frame, the Xperia Z1 Compact is as stunning as it is durable. It is also impressively fast.

Xperia™ Z1 Compact is made with the same components as Sony’s compact digital cameras, allowing you to capture the most incredible imagery. Superior Auto ensures optimal camera settings, so feel free to shoot in low light conditions, snap away in fast moving environments, and zoom in with perfect clarity.

The Best of Sony in a Compact Waterproof* Smartphone

  • Sony G Lens, 1/2.3” 20.7 MP Exmor RS™ for mobile image sensor & BIONZ™ for mobile image processing engine  
  • 4.3” TRILUMINOS™ Display for mobile with X-Reality™ for mobile picture engine
  • Waterproof* and dust resistant (IP55 & IP58), durable tempered glass and a solid one-piece aluminium frame
  • LTE & Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 800 Quad-core 2.2 Ghz processor
  • Easy transfer of contacts and apps from iOS & Android to Xperia™  with Xperia™ Transfer

Thinking of switching to Xperia™ from another smartphone brand? Move contacts, music, photos, messages, apps and more with Xperia™ Transfer, Sony’s easy-to-use content transfer app.

In compliance with IP55 and IP58, Xperia™Z1 Compact is protected against the ingress of dust and is waterproof. Provided that all the covers for the micro USB port, the micro SIM slot and the memory card slot are firmly closed, the phone will stay protected against low pressure jets of water from all practicable directions  and can be kept under 1.50 metre of freshwater for up to 30 minutes.