Bring the best technologies across the Sony portfolio for the Xperia 1 II

Source: Sony. The Xperia 1 II.

Sony has further strengthened its Xperia lineup with the introduction of the Xperia 1 II (Mark two), a smartphone that incorporates technologies from across the Sony technology portfolio. Built-for-speed features include:

- Twenty fps² burst shooting with 60 times per second⁵ AF/AE calculations from Sony's Alpha interchangeable lens cameras.

- Creator mode and cinema recording functions from Cinematography Pro “powered by CineAlta”, from Sony’s professional solutions business division.

- X1 for mobile, based on technology from BRAVIA TV.

Designed with Sony’s Alpha AF technology, the newly-developed triple lens camera supports advanced photo technologies with ZEISS optics, calibrated specifically for the Xperia 1 II. Utilising technology developed for Alpha interchangeable lens cameras, Xperia 1 II offers continuous AF that performs AF/AE calculations at 60 times per second⁵. This enables the world's first¹ AF/AE continuous tracking for high-speed shooting at a maximum of 20 fps² which is especially useful for shooting moving subjects⁶ such as during sports events.

Xperia 1 II fast-focus also works in challenging circumstances thanks to four technologies:

- Dual photo diode sensor⁷,

- An autofocus system that covers approximately 70% of the sensor⁸,

- The 3D iToF sensor⁹, and

- A new large 1/1.7” Exmor RS for mobile sensor which is 1.5x more sensitive than the previous model.

The new Photography Pro “technology from Alpha” brings a user interface that is aligned to Alpha photographers, with manual controls to set ISO, shutter speed and more. Imaging Edge for Mobile connects the Xperia 1 II to Sony’s Alpha cameras¹⁰, enabling users to repurpose the phone as a camera remote, controlling composition, focus mode and ISO sensitivity among other settings.

The phone also allows the user to transfer photos taken on Alpha to Xperia 1 II to review colours and hues with professional grade accuracy.  


The Xperia 1 II is finely tuned for an immaculate entertainment experience. Motion blur reduction technology is equivalent to that of a 90 Hz display and reduces frame lag for clearer image quality.
The Xperia 1 II offers audio tuned in collaboration with Sony Music Entertainment. The aural experience is taken even further with 360 Reality Audio hardware decoding to optimise sound quality when listening to music on global music and entertainment platform TIDAL¹¹.

Details:

The Xperia 1 II in Black, Purple and White will be available in Singapore from Q420 at Sony Stores, Sony Store Online, and the Sony flagship store on Lazada. Price information will be shared later.

1 Xperia 1 II’s camera features up to 20 fps AF/AE continuous shooting with tracking. Xperia 1 II produces in-focus photos at up to 20 fps by continuously calculates AF/AE up to 60 times/second. Verified by Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX Service against the published camera specifications for over 16,000 smartphones. Correct as of the 23rd February 2020.

2 Up to 20 fps burst shooting with AF/AE is available for 24 mm camera. 16 mm and 70 mm cameras can shot up to 10 fps AF/AE. This function can be taken with Photography Pro. Effective when drive mode is Hi. Effective when shutter speed is 1/100 second or faster. It may vary depending on the shooting environment. Maximum fps will depend on shooting environment and settings.

3 Display ratios may vary based on content formatting.

4 360 Reality Audio requires a subscription to a compatible online music service, and third party terms, conditions, account, and fees may apply.

5 Effective with 26 mm lens. This function can be taken with Photography Pro. Effective when shutter speed is 1/60 second or faster. It may vary depending on the shooting environment.

6 Accurate focus may not be achieved with certain subjects in certain situations and this does not work with all types of animals.

7 Dual Photo Diode available for 16 mm and 24 mm cameras.

8 Available on the 24 mm camera.

9 Up to 5 m distance. For videos the 3D iToF sensor works for 70 mm. ToF stands for time of flight.

10 Please see Sony website for list of compatible cameras.

11 Xperia 1 II features on-device 360 Reality Audio hardware decoding. Hardware decoding works with TIDAL. Third party-terms, conditions, account, and fees may apply. Service availability may vary by market. Verified by Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX Service against the current audio specifications for over 16,000 smartphones. Correct as of the 23rd February 2020.