This phone is SO CLOSE. - Sony Xperia 5 IV
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Get a 30-day trial of Epidemic Sound at share.epidemicsound.com A headphone jack, excellent cameras, and a small form factor -- this phone seems to have it all, but does Brandon think Sony has struck the perfect balance between Professional-grade and a phone you actually want to use? Buy a Sony Xperia 5 IV: lmg.gg Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► SUBSCRIBE ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► AFFILIATES, SPONSORS & REFERRALS: lmg.gg ► PODCAST GEAR: lmg.gg ► SUPPORT US ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Instagram: @shortcircuityt TikTok: @linustech Facebook: @ShortCircuitYT CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 This is exciting... 0:35 Unboxing 0:48 Design, cameras, buttons and ports 2:44 Display specs and other new features 4:34 Sponsor - Epidemic Sound 5:12 Lets talk cameras 6:22 Selfie camera and mic test 7:23 Quick main camera test and display impressions 7:52 Speaker impressions 8:27 Testing out the camera 10:15 Taking a closer look at the photos and videos 13:51 Listening to the Music Pro "enhanced" audio 15:10 Doing another Music Pro test 16:15 Overall thoughts 16:58 Outro
The video opens with Brandon evaluating the Sony Xperia 5 IV, framing the device as a potential daily driver for creators. He highlights Sony's approach to packaging by noting the eco-friendly cardboard box and the absence of a charger or cable, drawing a contrast to typical flagship bundles. The unboxing segment emphasizes the phone’s physical design, including a soft touch metal finish that resists fingerprints and a compact form factor that resembles the Xperia 1 IV. Brandon points out practical design choices such as a front-facing stereo speaker setup, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a side-mounted camera shutter button that continues to align with a camera-centric user experience. He also notes the microSD expansion, IP68/65 durability, and the inclusion of a headphone mic input as strong selling points for creators who rely on external audio. Throughout this section, he frames the Xperia 5 IV as a balanced device that blends professional camera features with user-friendly daily usability, setting up the expectations for deeper testing later in the video.
Topics · technology · consumer_electronics · camera_phones · audio · unboxing
Questions answered
- Does the Xperia 5 IV offer reliable audio input options for creators in field recording?
- Yes, the Xperia 5 IV provides a 3.5 mm headphone jack with mic input, which is favorable for high-quality external microphone setups, plus it supports microphone input for enhanced recording versatility.
- What are the key camera system differences compared to the Xperia 1 IV?
- The Xperia 5 IV uses a 16 mm, 24 mm, and a fixed 60 mm telephoto lens, lacking the 85-120 mm optical zoom found on some predecessors, with similar overall camera UI and the new Music Pro app features.
- How does the display performance feel in everyday use?
- The 1080p OLED display at 120 Hz is described as snappy and vibrant, with a preference for the 1080p resolution over 4K on a small screen due to pixel density considerations.
- Is the phone durable and practical for everyday carry?
- Yes, it has IP68/65 protection and a compact design with a headphone jack and microSD expansion, making it practical for creators who value expandability and rugged use.