Sony Xperia 1 III 16.5 cm (6.5″) Hybrid Dual SIM Android 11 5G USB Type-C 12 GB 256 GB 4500 mAh Black
6.5″, 21:9, HDR, OLED, 3840 x 1644, Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G Mobile Platform, 4500 mAh, Bluetooth 5.2, Android 11
Sony Xperia 1 III. Display diagonal: 16.5 cm (6.5″), Display resolution: 3840 x 1644 pixels, Display type: OLED. Processor family: Qualcomm Snapdragon, Processor model: 888. RAM capacity: 12 GB, Internal storage capacity: 256 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 12 MP, Rear camera type: Triple camera. SIM card capability: Hybrid Dual SIM. Operating system installed: Android 11. Battery capacity: 4500 mAh. Product colour: Black. Weight: 186 g
Speed and beyond
The Xperia 1 III combines its predecessor’s remarkable AF speed with new optics reaching up to 105mm. Together with the astonishing 4K HDR OLED 120Hz Refresh rate display, and exceptional audio and gaming, this is a smartphone that goes above and beyond your expectations.
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Experience breathtaking speed in everything you do
Speed is at the very heart of the Xperia 1 III experience – from the immersive 4K HDR OLED display with its rapid 120Hz refresh rate to the triple lens camera which features fast AF even when shooting extended telephoto.
Professional technology from Alpha cameras
The Xperia 1 III was co-developed with the engineers behind the latest Alpha 9 series cameras, renowned for their industry-leading autofocus technology, and with input from professional photographers, who helped tune the technology and refine the photographic experience and results. Key features include fast AF in all three cameras, plus Real-time Tracking technology for accurate shots of moving subjects.
Outstanding ZEISS quality in your Xperia
ZEISS optics calibrated specifically for your Xperia smartphone. The ZEISS T coating contributes to exquisite rendering and contrast by reducing reflections.
Four versatile lens options to unleash your creativity
Expand your creative possibilities with four versatile lenses in a triple camera and fast, accurate AF across all cameras. Thanks to Dual PDAF sensors, Continuous AF keeps focus on moving subjects, while Sony’s unique telephoto system supports fast AF even at extended focal lengths.
Lightning fast focus, even at long range
An optical telephoto lens up to 105mm with fast AF lets you capture moving subjects even at distance. Crucially, the two focal lengths are included in one telephoto module, complete with Dual PDAF sensors. So when you switch between 70mm and 105mm, the focal lens unit and the AF lens unit work in unison to focus fast.
A wealth of creative opportunities
With four versatile lens options, the Xperia 1 III puts a huge variety of shots within your reach.
Real-time Tracking keeps fast-moving subjects in focus
Now you can keep the most challenging moving subjects in precise focus. Using AI and a 3D iToF sensor to measure distance, Real-time Tracking can accurately detect and focus on a subject, then keep on tracking it even if it temporarily moves out of sight. To specify your subject, simply touch it on the Xperia 1 III display.
Capture unmissable moments
Combining quickfire 20fps burst shooting with 60fps continuous AF/AE calculation, the Xperia 1 III lets you capture images you woudn’t think were possible with a smartphone.
Capture the previously impossible with up to 20fps AF/AE
With up to 20fps continuous burst shooting, complete with autofocus and auto exposure, you can capture countless moments in seconds.
Burst shooting with less image noise
Using continuous shooting in a low light situation? Thanks to BIONZ X™ for mobile engine, the Xperia 1 III produces images with less noise than its predecessor when using burst mode in low light
Experience Real-time Eye AF – for humans and animals
Real-time Eye AF lets you take stunning portraits, whether you’re photographing people or animals. Even if your subject is on the move or one eye is covered, you’ll capture memorable images full of energy and expression.
Photos with less noise in dark scenes
The Xperia 1 III has been designed to deliver great quality images even in low light situations.
Fast AF with 3D iToF sensor
The Xperia 1 III features a 12MP sensor, which offers reading speeds up to 3x faster than smartphone cameras with higher megapixel counts, and a 3D iToF sensor, which instantly calculates the distance between the camera and your subject. The result is fast, accurate autofocus in any scene.
Discover Photography Pro – inspired by Alpha
With Photography Pro on the Xperia 1 III you’ll find controls usually found on professional cameras. Using an interface inspired by Alpha cameras, you can choose manual controls or automatic settings and shoot in RAW. You can also enjoy new Basic mode for effortless shooting.
Dedicated shutter button
Just like a professional camera, the Xperia 1 III has a dedicated ergonomic shutter button, with an embossed finish for enhanced usability.
Digital zoom with uncompromising image quality
Unlike conventional digital zoom, which compromises image quality, the Xperia 1 III features new AI super resolution zoom, which uses Sony’s AI processing to restore detail and definition to your pictures.
Create bokeh effects with basic mode
The Xperia 1 III makes it easy to capture striking images with artistic bokeh effects, adding another layer of creativity to your photography.
Capture smooth, stable video
The Xperia 1 III features the very latest Optical SteadyShot™ with FlawlessEye™, which couples the image sensor’s increased reading speed with Sony’s original algorithm for optical image stabilisation. The result is supremely smooth, shake-free video footage.
Discover even more photography features
To further enhance your photographic experience, you can use the Xperia 1 III remotely with your Alpha camera and as a professional-grade display.
Use your Xperia to control your Alpha camera
The Xperia 1 III is the perfect companion for Sony’s Alpha cameras. Use it both as a separate display and as a remote control to adjust your settings and take photos wirelessly using the Imaging Edge™ Mobile app.
Immerse yourself in a 4K HDR OLED 120Hz Refresh rate display
Boasting a stunning 4K HDR OLED 120Hz Refresh rate display, the Xperia 1 III offers a uniquely immersive viewing experience. And with no notches to interrupt your view on the 6.5″ 21:9 CinemaWide™ display, losing yourself in your favourite movies or TV shows has never been easier.
Professional level colour reproduction
Experience unprecedented colour accuracy with Creator mode “powered by CineAlta”. Now featuring a specially calibrated D65 white point, it references the colour reproduction of Sony professional colour monitors used in leading Hollywood studio productions. So you can enjoy your favourite entertainment exactly as its creators intended.
Enjoy content as the creators intended
Now you can pre-set Creator mode “powered by CineAlta” as a default for your favourite content viewing apps. So you can enjoy your favourite TV shows and movies with colours reproduced exactly as the creators intended.
Everything you watch, remastered to perfection
The X1™ for mobile engine brings BRAVIA HDR remaster technology to everything you watch. Even streaming content will have more contrast, colour and clarity.
Dolby Atmos® sound tuned in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment
Watching a movie with Dolby Atmos® is an immersive experience, with multi-dimensional sound flowing above and around you. Now you can experience Dolby Atmos® sound tuned in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment with headphones or the Full-stage stereo speakers.
Ultra smooth scrolling
Thanks to its 120Hz Refresh rate, the display offers incredibly smooth scrolling and seamless image transitions when you’re browsing the internet or navigating the menu.
A wider view. Advantage you.
With its 21:9 CinemaWide™ display , the Xperia 1 III gives you a much wider view of the action – a major advantage in those close-fought contests.
Fluid motion with 120Hz
On the native 120Hz Refresh rate display, fast-moving objects are rendered clearly for seriously smooth gameplay.
Experience blur-free action
With 240Hz Motion blur reduction the display updates the image an incredible 240 times per second for blur-free action.
Maintain peak performance with custom display settings
The Xperia 1 III lets you adjust white balance, so you can see the action more clearly and spot your opponents more easily. It’s more comfortable for your eyes too so you can play for longer without feeling the strain.
Strike first in the dark
An invaluable new gaming feature, L-γ raiser (Low gamma raiser) makes it easier to see your opponents in the dark. By enhancing image details in dark areas, it highlights your enemies without overexposing bright areas of the screen. So you can hit them before they hit you.
Improve gameplay with custom audio settings
Audio is another important element for immersive gaming, so the Xperia 1 III offers a number of features to make it as clear and defined as possible.
Accuracy is everything
For those games where you need exceptional accuracy combined with fast fingers, the Xperia 1 III gives you the edge.
Get in the zone
Determined to climb that leaderboard? The Xperia 1 III has a range of features to help make sure you’re fully focused and ready to perform.
Record and share your gameplay
The Xperia 1 III makes it incredibly simple to record and share your gaming highlights in high quality.
Overheating prevention
When using a charging cable for gaming, Heat Suppression power control powers the phone systems directly rather than charging the battery. This reduces thermal stress, helping to maintain gaming performance and keep your battery healthy for longer.
Optimised performance for gaming
The Xperia 1 III is optimised with Qualcomm® Snapdragon Elite Gaming™ for superior gaming performance.
Take control with a DUALSHOCK®4 controller
For even more fun on-the-go, you can connect your Xperia 1 III with a DUALSHOCK®4 controller and play a range of Android games.
Hear music as it was meant to be heard
With audio tuned in collaboration with Sony Music Entertainment, the Xperia 1 III has been engineered to deliver a truly authentic listening experience, whether you’re using headphones or the built-in Full-stage stereo speakers.
3.5mm audio jack for ultimate sound quality
Thanks to improvements to materials and electronic components, the 3.5mm audio jack on the Xperia 1 III not only offers convenience but also delivers high fidelity sound quality. Distortion is reduced, especially between mid and max volume, and that brings more realistic sound – with clear ensembles, smooth vocals, and deep basslines.
Experience 360 Reality Audio – like you’re there with the artist
Immerse yourself in sound all around you, as real as if you are there at a live concert or with the artist recording in a studio. With 360 Reality Audio, music has never been so immersive and so real. And with the Xperia 1 III, you can enjoy the experience through wired or wireless headphones or the built-in Full-stage stereo speakers.
Turn your stereo music into immersive 360 Spatial Sound
If the music source you’re listening to is 2-channel stereo, then new 360 Spatial Sound comes into play. It enables the Xperia 1 III to upmix your favourite stereo tracks into an immersive sound experience, in real time. The technology works with local audio files and streaming services to further enhance your listening experience.
Upgrade your experience with personalisation
With selected Sony headphones and the Sony | Headphones Connect app, you can enjoy a custom immersive musical field by analysing your individual ear shape using the camera on your Xperia.
Enhanced speakers for superior listening
Improved speaker design is a key element of the outstanding Xperia 1 III listening experience.
Get 3 months of TIDAL free with the Xperia 1 III
The Xperia 1 III is designed for 360 Reality Audio with unique hardware decoding to optimise sound quality when listening to music on TIDAL. And new TIDAL subscribers will get 3 months of TIDAL Hi-Fi free when they buy an Xperia 1 III, including the 360 Reality Audio experience.
Cinematography Pro “powered by CineAlta” – 21:9 movie recording
Record movies with similar parameters and colour settings to the professionals. Expertise from our Digital Cinema Camera engineers, Look colour management pre-sets, 21:9 ratio, 4K HDR, 120fps slow-motion, and 24, 25, 30 and 60fps give you all the tools you need.
Realise your vision with cinematic colour settings
Eight different colour settings let you bring the mood of different cinema styles to your videos. These include VENICE CS, inspired by our professional camera CineAlta VENICE, which features smooth colour gradation and a softer, lower contrast curve for a classic cinematic look that’s perfect for drama productions.
Four versatile lenses give you more creative options
With its four versatile lens options up to 105mm, you can expand your repertoire of shots and take your cinematography to the next level.
Shoot stunning slow-motion in 4K HDR 120fps
Capture high-quality slow-motion footage in 4K HDR 120fps to create dramatic and expressive moments.
Record clear sound, free from wind noise
The Xperia 1 III includes our industry-leading audio separation technology for highly-effective wind filtering.
Streamlining the filmmaking process
The Xperia 1 III features a range of UI improvements designed specifically with movie makers in mind.
All the speed you need
Combining 5G and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity with the latest Qualcomm® Mobile Platform and innovative battery technologies, the Xperia 1 III raises the bar for smartphone performance.
Experience the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 5G Mobile Platform
The Xperia 1 III is powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 5G Mobile Platform to deliver the premium experiences you deserve. Make the most of the Xperia 1 III as a professional-quality camera, intelligent personal assistant, and elite gaming rig – all connected with truly global 5G multi-gigabit speeds.
A battery you can rely on
With a 4.500mAh battery on board, the Xperia 1 III offers plenty of power to keep you going through the day while a range of charging features helps maximise convenience and prolong battery life.
Up to 50% charge in just 30 minutes
When you need to give your battery a boost, you can fast charge up to 50% in just 30 minutes with the included charger XZQ-UC1.
A healthy battery, even after 3 years of use
Our charging technologies keep your battery healthy for longer. Battery care keeps your phone from overcharging, while Xperia Adaptive Charging monitors your phone as it charges, to make sure the battery isn’t overworked.
A unique look and feel
The Xperia 1 III combines tactile, high-quality materials with bold, distinctive design. From the frosted glass on the back to the blasted metal frame, it’s an irresistible blend of form and function.
Multi-tasking made easy
With a range of handy multi-window features the Xperia 1 III is tailor-made for multi-tasking.
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Y |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Native aspect ratio | 21:9 |
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Display type | OLED |
| Screen shape | Flat |
| Touchscreen | Y |
| Display resolution | 3840 x 1644 pixels |
| Display diagonal | 16.5 cm (6.5″) |
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Processor model | 888 |
| Processor family | Qualcomm Snapdragon |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Maximum memory card size | 1 TB |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSDXC |
| Internal storage capacity | 256 GB |
| RAM capacity | 12 GB |
| Camera | |
|---|---|
| Geotagging | Y |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
| Video stabilizer | Y |
| 3D depth rear camera | Y |
| Auto focus | Y |
| Video recording modes | 720p, 1080p, 2160p |
| Maximum frame rate | 120 fps |
| Flash type | LED |
| Rear camera flash | Y |
| Front camera field of view (FOV) angle | 78° |
| Front camera aperture number | 2 |
| Second front camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Digital zoom | 12.5x |
| Third rear camera focal length | 1.6 cm |
| Second rear camera focal length | 7 cm |
| Rear camera focal length | 2.4 cm |
| Third rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 124° |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 34° |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 82° |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.3 |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.7 |
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Third rear camera sensor size | 1/2.5″ |
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/1.7″ |
| Second rear camera sensor size | 1/2.9″ |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Y |
| Tethering (modem-mode) | Y |
| aptX technology | Y |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth | Y |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi | Y |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| SIM card capability | Hybrid Dual SIM |
| Subscription | |
|---|---|
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB port | Y |
| Messaging | |
|---|---|
| Y | |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Y |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Y |
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Protection features | Dust resistant, Water resistant |
| International Protection (IP) code | IPX5, IPX8 |
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Bar |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Vibrating alert | Y |
| Country of origin | Thailand |
| Speakerphone | Y |
| Fingerprint reader | Y |
| Fast charging | Y |
| Navigation | |
|---|---|
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Y |
| Galileo | Y |
| GLONASS | Y |
| BeiDou | Y |
| GPS (satellite) | Y |
| Position location | Y |
| Software | |
|---|---|
| Virtual assistant | Google Assistant |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Operating system installed | Android 11 |
| Platform | Android |
| Battery | |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 4500 mAh |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Product family | Xperia |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Package weight | 427 g |
| Package height | 55 mm |
| Package depth | 190 mm |
| Package width | 92 mm |
| Height | 165 mm |
| Depth | 8.2 mm |
| Width | 71 mm |
| Weight | 186 g |
| Technical details | |
|---|---|
| Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) | 8517120000 |
