Sony Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact and Xperia E3 officially announced

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Despite all the leaked images, Sony has finally revealed it's latest Sony Xperia Z3 and Sony Xperia Z3 Compact smartphones along with the Sony Xperia E3. True to their word, the new Xperia Z3 was released in 6 months after the Xperia Z2 and while the Z3 Compact skips a number it is even more capable than the Xperia Z1 Compact. Overall, these two new smartphones don't change much in terms of design but they are more compact and lighter. The Xperia E3 on the other hand is designed for the entry-level market with 4G LTE connectivity. Check out their respective tech specs below:

  • Sony Xperia Z3
  • 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor
  • 3GB RAM
  • 16GB storage + up to 128GB microSD
  • 5.2-inch display (TRILUMINOS, X-Reality engine, 1920 x 1080)
  • 20.7MP rear camera (Pulsed LED Flash, Image Stabilizer, ISO 12800, 4K video record) + 2.2MP front camera
  • features IP65 / IP68 waterproof and dust resistance, PS4 Remote Play, Sony 3D surround sound, Digital Noise Cancelling
  • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, aGPS, Bluetooth 4.0
  • 146 x 72 x 7.3 mm | 152g
  • 3100 mAh battery
  • Android 4.4 KitKat


Introducing the Sony Xperia Z3

  • Sony Xperia Z3 Compact
  • 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB storage + up to 128GB microSD
  • 4.6-inch display (TRILUMINOS, X-Reality engine, 1280 x 720 pixel resolution)
  • 20.7MP rear camera (Pulsed LED Flash, Image Stabilizer, ISO 12800, 4K video record) + 2.2MP front camera
  • features IP65 / IP68 waterproof and dust resistance, PS4 Remote Play, Sony 3D surround sound, Digital Noise Cancelling
  • supports 4G LTE, NFC, WiFi, aGPS, Bluetooth 4.0
  • 127 x 64.9 x 8.6 mm | 129g
  • 2600 mAh battery
  • Android 4.4 KitKat


Introducing the Sony Xperia Z3 Compact

  • Sony Xperia E3
  • 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor
  • 1GB RAM
  • 4GB storage + up to 32GB microSD
  • 4.5-inch display (scratch resistant, 854 x 480 pixel resolution)
  • 5MP rear camera + VGA front camera
  • features FM Radio
  • supports 4G LTE, WiFi, aGPS, Bluetooth 4.0
  • 137.1 x 69.4 x 8.5 mm | 143.8g
  • 2330 mAh battery
  • Android 4.4 KitKat


Introducing the Sony Xperia E3

Major differences between the Xperia Z3 with the Xperia Z2 are few, but the more notable ones include IP68 water resistance. For a more detailed tech spec comparison check out our Sony Xperia Z3 vs Sony Xperia Z2 Tech Spec comparison tool. Likewise for our Sony Xperia Z3 Compact vs Sony Xperia Z1 Compact tech spec comparison tool. According to Sony, the main reason why they didn't add on a 2K display (with a 2560 x 1440 pixel resolution) like other flagship smartphones, is because it is unnecessary. According to them Full HD 1080p is more than enough, as it offers a good balance between battery life and visuals. No specific Malaysia release dates or pricing yet but Sony say that the Xperia E3 will be the cheapest 4G LTE smartphone in the market. The smartphones are expected to be released later this month or at least within 2014.


Overview of the Sony Xperia Z3 series


Sony Xperia Z3 highlight video


Sony Xperia Z3 Compact highlight video


Sony Xperia Z3 Battery features


The Sony Xperia Z3 SteadyShot


The Sony Xperia Z3 Triluminos display feature


The Sony Xperia Z3 social media features


The Sony Xperia Z3 multicamera features


The Sony Xperia Z3 pause and resume 4K video recording


The Sony Xperia Z3 Movie Creator


The Sony Xperia Z3 AR (Augmented Reality) Fun feature


The Sony Xperia Z3 Sound photo feature


The Sony Xperia Z3 Live on YouTube video sharing feature


The Sony Xperia Z3 PS4 Remote Play feature


The Sony Xperia Z3 Audio features


The Sony Xperia Z3 waterproofing feature

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