Sony Xperia 1 VII

Sony's Xperia 1 VII targeted creators and enthusiasts with its 4K 120fps video recording, 21:9 cinematic display, and dedicated alpha camera app that exposed professional manual controls including real-time eye autofocus borrowed from Sony's mirrorless camera division, outperforming the iPhone 16 in manual control options. Its 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage remained beloved by audiophiles, with 30% lower latency than Bluetooth alternatives.