Capable camera trio with superb manual modes for both stills and video; Stellar screen and a design that oozes sophistication; Excellent battery life;

Previous-gen CPU gets hot and sucks power; Basic camera mode can’t match more automatic rivals;

Premium build; Incredibly capable cameras; Excellent battery life; Headphone jack; Front-facing speakers;

Cameras take work and patience; Only two years of software and security updates; Slow charging;

Compact, pocketable form factor; Granual control over camera and video capture; 21:9 OLED display is perfect for watching movies; Great all-day battery life;

Requires a lot of photography knowledge to get good photo results; Slow charging speeds; Not the fastest processor around;

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a compact smartphone that doesn't skimp on hardware, it manages to pack an impressive camera system with lots of manual controls as well as solid battery life and speedy performance.

6.1-inch FHD+ screen, Very capable camera system, MicroSD card slot

21:9 aspect ratio won't be for everyone, No dedicated Night Mode on the camera, Slow to charge

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is Sony’s latest smartphone which undercuts the price of the flagship Xperia 1 IV but retains almost all the goodness.

Amazing camera system, Handsome design, Extensive battery life

Not cheap, Cameras take getting used to

Sony's Xperia 5-series has long been a fan-favorite, cramming some of the best bits from the larger Xperia 1-series into a more compact body – and the Xperia 5 IV gets a lot very right.

Premium design and feel, Excellent quality display, Long-lasting battery, Wireless charging

The camera causes overheating, Pricey for a 128GB phone, Poor low-light camera, No periscope zoom

Sony’s mid-priced Xperia IV shouldn’t be overlooked Solid OLED display Good colours Upgraded stereo speakers Screen is similar to cheaper alternatives

Simply different. Sony has done many things differently on the Xperia 5 IV. The phone features an audio jack, a microSD card reader and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 packed into a compact body. Has the Japanese company made the perfect smartphone?

easy-to-handle form factor, great speakers, good performance, audio jack, microSD card reader

variable zoom no longer available, thick bezel, barebone box contents