Sony is about to announce the new machine is Xperia 1 V
Sony has recently confirmed that it will host the “Next ONE Is Coming” event on May 11, and a billboard advertisement in Hong Kong’s bustling Mong Kok district has revealed that the new device in question is indeed the Xperia 1 V. The ad not only showcases the device’s appearance but also confirms the availability of white, black, and green color options. Furthermore, it divulges that the device will feature next-generation dual low-noise photosensitive elements with the “ONE for ALL LIGHTS” capability.
Based on the available descriptions, it seems that the new device will offer improved low-light photography and capture images effortlessly under various lighting conditions.
Earlier market rumors suggested that Sony plans to employ its Lytia-branded photosensitive elements in the Xperia 1 V. When Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor late last year, it also mentioned deep collaboration with Sony and Samsung on Snapdragon Sight technology, which includes the integration of Sony’s Lytia and Samsung’s ISOCELL photosensitive elements, to enhance mobile photography performance. Consequently, it is anticipated that the forthcoming Xperia 1 V will incorporate Sony’s Lytia-branded photosensitive element design.
Moreover, the advertisement reveals the device’s exterior design, confirming the absence of the ToF photosensitive elements and RGB IR sensors previously found in other models. This implies that the Lytia-branded photosensitive elements will provide superior image information capture. However, due to the photosensitive element design, the new device’s lens module appears more prominent and seemingly larger in size.
Current market rumors suggest that Sony may not adopt the initially speculated 1-inch photosensitive element IMX989. Instead, the company might opt for a dual-layer CMOS design with a 1/2.51-inch IMX858, boasting a 50-megapixel resolution capacity (previously used in the Xiaomi 13 Ultra), and incorporating a multi-lens synchronous shooting feature.
Through the dual-layer CMOS design, the IMX858 separates the photodiodes from the pixel transistors and combines them in a stacked configuration, reducing the impact of photodiodes on pixel imaging. This increases the overall light intake of the photosensitive elements and reduces the proportion of noise generated, thereby enhancing low-light shooting performance and dynamic range.
As for the color options, the new device does not include the purple variant typically offered in Xperia flagship smartphones. It only comes in white, black, and the increasingly popular green. It is uncertain whether this is due to different offerings in Hong Kong or a definitive decision to discontinue the purple variant this year.
