Sony Xperia PRO

The Sony Xperia PRO is a smartphone specifically suited to the modern creative. With staggering 5G capabilities, a high-powered 6.5" 21:9 CinemaWide 4K screen, 512GB storage (with accessible 1TB microSDXC slot), and three extraordinary built-in lenses (16/24/70mm) - the Xperia PRO is packed full of exciting features. To ensure fast upload speeds, you can use the Network Visualiser app to test your signal strength, ideal for on-location live streaming. It also doubles as an impressive 4K monitor via the in-built HDMI port, with a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio monitoring and more. The Xperia PRO further supports 360 Reality Audio decoding, Dolby Atmos, and DSEE Ultimate to ensure an immersive listening experience. Creator Mode gives further uninterrupted access to PRO-level editing tools, whilst the Xperia PRO's outstanding IP65/68 water and dust resistance makes it the ideal pocket PROduction assistant for your next big adventure.

Sony Xperia PRO Key Features:

• High-end Sony smartphone system for the modern creative
• Tailored to filmmakers, photographers, and broadcasters
• Consists of a high-powered 6.5” 21:9 CinemaWide 4K HDR AMOLED screen
• 512GB storage, with accessible 1TB microSDXC slot
• Hybrid Dual SIM support (additional SIM or microSD)
• Three extraordinary built-in lenses - 16mm, 24mm, and 70mm
• Doubles as a functional 4K monitor and livestream device via HDMI
• Secure USB-C tethering from selective camera systems
• Audio support for 360 Reality Audio decoding, Dolby Atmos, DSEE Ultimate and more
• Creator Mode - BT.2020 colour space, DCI-P3 100% colour gamut, and D65 white point
• Capable of 4G/LTE and 5G Sub-6 support
• Incorporates Snapdragon 865 5G mobile platform
• Incredible IP65/68 water and dust resistance
• This device is unlocked - requires an additional SIM card and service plan

Expanded Sony Xperia PRO Key Features:

A Pocket-Sized Creative Assistant

When paired with Sony’s world-renowned Alpha range, the Xperia PRO becomes a high-functioning 4K monitor and efficient live stream device. For the modern creative, this is a massive step forward in regard to sharing content at speed with clients, consumers, and audiences of all kinds. Utilise the in-built micro-HDMI port for live video monitoring, allowing for accurate colour rePROduction with YCbCr 4:2:2 8-bit/RGB 8-bit support. This is a massive first for smartphones, with Xperia PRO being the world’s first to have a dedicated HDMI port. For freelance photographers and videographers, the Xperia PRO enables lightning-fast data transfers to your clients. This is achieved over a solid network connection and is ideally suited to commercial and editorial clients who require fast, efficient, and high-end imagery as soon as it is available.

Content creators and vloggers will also benefit from the fast-action, high-quality streaming capabilities of the Xperia PRO. To ensure that network issues do not occur during your stream, be sure to utilise the intuitive Network Visualiser app. In short, this lets you use the Xperia PRO to navigate your surrounding area to locate the strongest mobile network available . You can then set up your gear, prep your on-screen talent, and start shooting!

An all-in-one Image Maker

Developed with Sony Alpha 9 Engineers, the Xperia PRO PROvides high-quality images and features that are not available on other smartphones within its class. You can take stills in varying formats and record video at up to 4K HDR resolution at a 21:9 aspect ratio at 24, 30, 60, and 120 fps. With the addition of ZEISS optics, you are guaranteed high-end image quality, enhanced light intake, and sharp shooting with minimal reflections.

As with Alpha 9 series mirrorless cameras, the Xperia PRO delivers a lightning-fast autofocusing system. The in-built Dual Photo Diote sensor allows for 247 phase-detection AF points - that’s an incredible 60 focusing calculations per second and focus-capture as fast as 0.03 seconds. Specific to PRO-level videographers, you are PROvided with a 21:9 CinemaWide aspect ratio and up to 3840 x 1644 resolution, alongside imPROved audio capture via the intelligent built-in wind filter.

Not Simply a Smartphone

The Sony Xperia PRO is a fully-functioning 5G optimised smartphone. This is great for on-location live streaming where a secure and reliable network connection is paramount. Even the body of the phone is constructed from a low dielectric constant material to further boost a strong and sustainable mobile connection.

The phone is unlocked and compatible with 5G networks in the UK and Europe (excludes the US), meaning that it requires a separately purchased SIM card and service plan. Other key smartphone features include built-in Wi-Fi 5.0 (802.11ac), 642 ppi resolution display, and Bluetooth 5.1. The smart in-built 4000mAh battery can keep you going throughout a full shoot day, whilst fast-charging gives you a 50% boost in just 30 minutes. The Xperia PRO is truly a smartphone for the digital creatives and multimedia image-makers among us, with an incredibly powerful Snapdragon X55 5G Modem-RF system. This affords unlimited access to game, capture, cross-task, and connect with incredible multi-gigabit 5G speeds. Compared to previous Xperia models, the in-built CPU and GPU are 25% faster and more efficient.

What's in the box?

• 1 x Sony Xperia PRO Smartphone
• 1 x PD quick charger
• 1 x USB Type-C cable
• 1 x Limited 1-year warranty

FAQs:

Does this have a 3.5mm headphone port?

The Sony Xperia PRO does have an accessible 3.5mm headphone port positioned on the top left of the phone.

Does the Xperia PRO come with a SIM card?

The Sony Xperia PRO is classed as ‘unlocked’ - just the phone. This means that you must purchase a separate SIM card from a service PROvider of your choice.

Does this phone support dual SIM cards?

The Sony Xperia PRO does have Hybrid Dual SIM support . What this means is that the SIM tray consists of two separate nano SIM card slots: SIM 1 and SIM 2. However, SIM 2 further doubles as a 1TB microSDXC slot.

Please Note: This means that you can either input two separate nano SIM cards, or one nano SIM and one microSD.

Can you dual record with a Sony A7S III and the Xperia PRO? With the Xperia PRO at a different cropped aspect ratio?

You can dual record simultaneously on the A7S III and the Xperia. However, you are unable to change the aspect ratio.

Where is the Sony Xperia PRO made?

This high-end smartphone is made in Thailand.