So here it is! My final review of the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium! A big phone with a really great camera. Also, for those curious about the 4K display. It only activates when you're watching 4K content or content that it can upscale. Browsing the phone or reading webpages is still at Full HD+ similar to the XZ2. Hit me up on discord if you have any questions! discord.gg/mattmoniz

@eshrakkader5996

5 жыл бұрын

Matthew Moniz what is the theme/ launcher you are using in XZ2 premium... btw lovely review😍

@enricopascual4990

5 жыл бұрын

@matthewmoniz is the camera better than the pixel2 or its brother xz2 ? Hope you can do a camera comparison. Thanks

@chamindubulathgama7317

5 жыл бұрын

Matthew moniz I like your videos very much..cuz you are reviewing Xperia phones in unbiased manner..keep your good works for future...

@DanielEvansMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Same price as the new Note 9. Don't see this doing well with that competition.

@Diogoafsimoes

5 жыл бұрын

Hi! :D Can you test the new camer update that ads bokeh and monochrome? www.xperiablog.net/2018/08/09/xperia-xz2-premium-first-update-adds-bokeh-and-monochrome-camera-options/

You're the only mainstream KZreadr covering Sony phones. You're awesome dude.

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

I don't know why seems silly

@rohantolani4065

5 жыл бұрын

Matthew Moniz Others are totally biased towards Sony.

@rohantolani4065

5 жыл бұрын

Brad Haines I guess both sentences are correct. The biggies on KZread, especially Marques and Lew just don't cover Sony.

@Gta-ce2cl

5 жыл бұрын

Rohan Tolani exactly! Other tech KZreadrs just don't care! Others only talk about samsung ,Google, Huawei , xiaomi , blah , blah blah blah!!

@rohantolani4065

5 жыл бұрын

Gta 4 For them, people sould only go with Samsung, Apple and Google. And sometimes Huawei. They just don't realise that some other brands like Sony amd LG are doing things that no other brand is doing. Like wide angle camera and boombox on LGs and Ulta Fast and smooth Sony UI vs Samsung experience UI/ 4k screen etc.

SHORT, CREDIBLE, CONCISE, SMART, STRAIGHT-FORWARD. A reviewer that doesn't need 10 mins or up just to drag XPERIA phones DOWN. All you need is a short amount of time to pour out your honesty and highlight the down sides and the good sides of the phone. IDOL! Keep making QUALITY CONTENT.

Never stop covering any Sony device , this is the only channel which talks about Sony devices. Great video!!💥

reason to buy sony 1: camera (best of IMX sensors) 2. sound (dynamic vibration + hi res + dac ) 3. 4k hdr + bravia trademarks (cause it will be great to share/cast/push 4k content on your bigger screen ) 4. supports memory card (your pocket media device) 5. water resistance 6. wonderful battery life 7. playstaion phone

@naimeshirou9734

5 жыл бұрын

Maven Sony yeahh!! Amazing!!!

@ernestobernal2452

5 жыл бұрын

Maven Sony 7.1 You can use it as a second screen by conecting your DS4 to the phone AND 7.2 You can use it as a second controller for your ps4

@neotheek

5 жыл бұрын

yes , ps4 remote play, nobody mentions that

@TUTUC-sy7sg

5 жыл бұрын

Wont u mention its performance?

@9996070036

5 жыл бұрын

Maven Sony 16:9 is a big reason too for watching movies ..

You said it man "why other reviewers aren't talking about it?" Really why I wonder... Great review agree with all that you said 👍🏼

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Umer!!

@the_matchless

5 жыл бұрын

Matthew Moniz I must add that I am beginning to find a great respect for you. Do keep it up and people like us will be with you 👍🏼.

@youdarkraver

5 жыл бұрын

Most Asian reviewers are putting it on top of the crop actually. Some european and merican also, but most merican are biasly trashing it, as usual...them dont even care about performance, camera or tech, just biasly trash, out of simple brand preference. Asian reviewers seem to respect and give credit to tech innovation more, and westerns seem to care about design and trends preference mostly. It is really irritating, but is as it is...

@the_matchless

5 жыл бұрын

youdarkraver yeah true I think but the funny thing is when Sony was leading the market by miles in terms of design, materials and IP certification (Sony still is the best at IP certification and durability by the way as can be witnessed in tests carried out on this channel ie "Matthew Moniz" and on Jerryrig, just search for the videos on xz2 and you'll know) the people you are hinting at had other preferences then, mostly those that were set by their preferred brands namely Samsung and Apple. However, I feel sad to the extent of wondering what really went wrong with Sony again? If you just take away those design issues, Xperia xz2 premium is simply the most perfect phone out there. The harsh reality though is that it simply isn't and that's not going to go in favour of Sony unfortunately specially with that $1,000/- price tag.

@youdarkraver

5 жыл бұрын

Although I do agree certainly to Matthews design complaints here (I absolutely prefer the old XZ Premium design and headphone jack with some less bezels like on plain XZ2), but "design issues" are also brand preference... You ll see... For ex, Most will complain about this here fp being too low placed, but none will complain about the Note9 one being too high placed. But its the same bad design issue. Most will complain about this here back design not being practical on flat surfaces, but none so far complained about iphoneX (and all alikes) back protruding camera being unpractical in same manner also. Most will complain about bezels design here that could be extra screen space instead, but none complain about the notches designs taking a serious part of screen space as well... Its all about what does some reviewers favourite brand do in design and the other (Sony) doesnt that makes them trash the phone for design. And we know mericans favourites are Samsung and Apple, so they dont mind their design flaws, but Sonys they do, up to a point where they score trash the phone just for the design preferences. Asians notice the design flaws too, but take a stance that the phone is so good in tech, those design issues can certainly be overlooked. and dont score trash it for their design preferences.

Sony is best ever I'm sony fan ☺️👍

When everyone is releasing videos on the Note 9 and Matthew releases a video of an Xperia, respect. 👍

@naimeshirou9734

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah. 😎👍🏻

Only reviewer hyped about a Sony phone,thumbs up I love it!

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man !

@muhammadsyafiq7760

5 жыл бұрын

This channel is great indeed. If you're looking for more SONY content, go search Pixel Peeper. It is as good as Matthew Moniz tbh.

Nice and unbiased review. 😊

Another notion which I forgot to add is that if you want to use your phone for VR than the 4k is pretty much perfect for that application.

Xz2 premium is best camera phone 2018 flagship 😊

@ernestobernal2452

5 жыл бұрын

Xperia has 4K HDR camera recording, 52000 of ISO and Super Slow Motion in FHD ... and yep S9 also has SSM but in lower resolution ... Xperia is better than Samsung

@pocketdust2450

5 жыл бұрын

Aleksandar be together not the same Wonder why are all Samsung fans mad when they lose... ;D

@ernestobernal2452

5 жыл бұрын

Aleksandar be together not the same ... Hummm ...kzread.info/dash/bejne/Yqt2zKSHfsfdeqg.html ... I wouldnt ve so sure ... XZ2 premium destroy s9+ AND Note 9 in cámara, display and performance ...

@ernestobernal2452

5 жыл бұрын

@@AlexMkd1984Jaja wow 5 messages in KZread ... The phone of the video is the xz2, it's not the premium ... 1.7 of what ... Do you even know ... AND if you want a real review you can watch it here (yep in this Chanel) ... kzread.info/dash/bejne/pqd4qKV-fZXPj8Y.html ... In wich obviously the Xperia won ...

@AlarmZero1

5 жыл бұрын

Wait for Mate 20 pro I think you'll change your mind :)

Matthew, how about its very high ISO feature for video recording? Is it really as good as Sony says?

Is the FOV of the selfie camera same as XZ Premium or Narrower? Saw some test videos where it was narrower.

In the world of biased reviews, only Matthew Moniz is unbiased. Or I better say 'The' Matthew Moniz. Love your style man.

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@Alcahas

5 жыл бұрын

Damir Franc also produces top notch content

@naimeshirou9734

5 жыл бұрын

Alcahas agree. i wait for him also.

@leflaree

5 жыл бұрын

Damir franc,matthew and PixelPeepers sre the only ones!!

You are the man bro!! I just love that you cover Sony phones and others didn't,keep nailing it.

Thanks for the review as i was waiting for it

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

love the b-rolls!!! how did you even manage to keep it so clean!? even with a cloth it just stays dusty :(

Hi what phone is better xz2 premium or is it worth waiting for the xz3

Matthew Moniz did you notice any heating issue during your usage?

Do you think this phone could be compatible with some gimbal model?

GREAT review of the phone. I do have a question. I'm currently using the XA Ultra and thinking of upgrading to either the XZ2 Premium or the XZ3. I found both to be around $650's. Which would be a better choice for camera? It will be my backup camera for travel as I'm using the Sony Alpha a9 for travel. Thank you.

Pretty much the only unbiased phone/tech reviewer I've come across. Other reviewers are so biased they don't even bother reviewing the phones a lot of us want. Good work man, keep it coming.

@Dragontrumpetare

5 жыл бұрын

GSMarena was kinda nice to Sony lately. I am a little worried though about This beast, because its the girl that s going to review it, and god, she got tiny hands, and she allready said, its a huge phone, and she can almost not hold it... so maybe women wont like this phone as much. lol.

what carrier can I get this through?

Quick, short and quite convincing kind of briefing. It works on my machine kind of mind very well. Thanks

Matt Do you think DXOMARK gives a better rating to XZ2P than p20pro?

CAn I know about the video recording in xz2 premium. Do it have slow motion video setting. Do it have star capture, timelaps , electronic aperture, light painting, and other camera modes?

I love the way you follow Sony overall but the thing is other reviewers are after money if Sony is not paying them they won't review it but you DIY it that's why I love your with bruh.....

short but precise review, this is how to do it. i wonder what's in store for the xz3 premium, night vision like the A7S2?

I hear Matthew's review voice, i press like.

What camera did you use to shoot this video , because it was really impressive , mkhbd quality 👍

Agree, the camera is the main selling point of this phone

Xperia xz2 premium, incredible câmeras, performance, and i like the design but it's big yet.

Great device, it'll be really for me to choose Sony mobile phones over others but this video really gives details on why it's better in some aspects...great video Matt

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael!! = )

The fact that you're covering Sony's phones is a damn good reason to subscribe to you sir. Liked and subscribed. 👌👌👌

Waiting for your xz3 review! Waiting to buy that phone 😀

How does the camera of the standard XZ2 compare? I might get the XZ2 because you can find refurbished phones for only £320 GBP (around 410 dollars) on ebay.

Hi matthew, is the camera better than the pixel2 or its brother xz2 ? Kindly reply. Hope you can do a comparison, thanks

@ishaansimpsonishaansimpson

5 жыл бұрын

number 1 sony xz2 premium number 2 Google pixle 2

Great review! Would love to see a pixel 2 camera comparison too.

My favorite phone of this first part of the year. I'd like to buy it, but I still find my XZ Premium great at everything. This dual camera setup is epic though, even the P20 Pro can't match it (although it's more versatile)! And maybe the XZ3 will have the new 48MP camera...

@CarlJohnsonTheCJ

5 жыл бұрын

Sadly, Snapdragon 845 can't support that kind of camera, the limit is 30 megapixels

Excellent review. After a long time saw a video who appreciates the Sony camera and gives genuine review.

I am a fan from today onwards. Keep up the good work.

Is it available in store?

is it true that this phone has audio issues when recording video?

Awesome review.... Mathew could you give the link of the theme or launcher you are using in XZ2 premium

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Nova launcher

When does this phone become available in the UK market?

Hi, Thank you for doing review for this phone, I am confused about phone selection Can you please suggest me which phone i should buy under $800 ? Sony XZ Premium , XZ1 , XZ2 Premium ? Or anything else ? I am music and camera lover i want both without compromise

Moniz is the truth, not biased at all. He doesn't buy into the hype of any manufacturers, just solid unbiased insight which is refreshing in an industry where most phones are judged even before they arrive. Support this Man!!!!!!

Awesome camera review as always

You are a good reviewer Matt! 👌🏻 You earned a new suscriptor 👍🏻

A real review. Not a spec sheet in disguise. That's what we need. Thanks, and subscribed !

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Luc!

Thank you so much for your review! The review have made me determined to buy the phone. Thanks again and *keep up the good work!!!*

Very honest review. Thanks. This will be my next phone.

Hey Matthew would the 4k display be less likely to get screen burn in? Compared to a QHD?

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

It's LCD so the chances of burn in are low compared to AMOLED

camera is awsome....not everyone can notice that...only some good reviewers like you

Nice review!! About 4k screen. Its usefull if im zooming picture and edit it. I must say this phone is for professional haha.

@Funk5Punk

5 жыл бұрын

Man i have the XZ Premium and when i look to other phones their screen look blurry to me. I can notice the sharpness because i got used to its screen.

@TheFahzan21

5 жыл бұрын

kftı͗w Well that phone does not run 4k all the time, so I don't know what you on about.

@Funk5Punk

5 жыл бұрын

OpFusion The higher resolution has many benefits. Even 1080p content looks better on the 4K display than using it on a native 1080p display. The same happens with 4K tv's when you use on them 1080p content compared to a 1080p tv. Also the system ui looks clearer too. You have to use this to understand the difference.

@naimeshirou9734

5 жыл бұрын

OpFusion i can change it to 4k all the time.

@darielmontez7908

5 жыл бұрын

Naime Shirou no you can't

Which is more worth it today. Xz2 or xz2 premium?

dude ive watched unboxings/reviews for everrrrrrr, yearrrrs.... and u nail it GJ man. i speak ur language.

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! = )

@JEREMIAHSTCLAIR

5 жыл бұрын

xz2 or LGV30 is where i lean. For recording live music/speeches/vlogs which has best mics? =) Thanks!

Why doesn't DXOMARK take notice of it?

@asdgeorge7

5 жыл бұрын

RKB WORLD because they want the turbo intercooler money from gimmick company named huawei-honor.

@akhyarrayhka4048

5 жыл бұрын

Dxomark is pure BS right now

@youdarkraver

5 жыл бұрын

RKB WORLD Cause Sony dont wanna give em...nor the device for testing, nor the money for points.

@ashishshrestha3270

5 жыл бұрын

Because sony dosen't pay them

@OmarSS87

5 жыл бұрын

Well, my guess is that XZ2 scored much more than 100, then they will publish XZ2 and XZ2P together.

See a Matthew video instantly hit the thumbs button

U forgot to mention if you have a Sony Bluetooth headphone and you are near the phone it automatically unlocks .(you can configure it) , great review!

Very good review Mathew, it's just the timing. I don't think many would want see the review of the Sony when everyone is talking about the note 9

Nice and excellent review.. Love from India ❤

Matthew is the camera better than the Note 9? I own the Note 9 but I'm not blown away by it's reproduction of images.

Really short and to the point review 👍

nice review love it.. 😍

One of my favorite KZreadrs! Great vid

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Revive!

Absolutely great review, keep up the good work. I own a XZ2 Premium and the camera is fantastic.

The fact that you are one of the few reviewers talking about this phone makes you one of my fav youtubers. But that in itself makes me sad that no one is talking about this beast :'(

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

Thank you for the great straightforward review on this device. I am strongly leaning on getting it. I also like Sony's timely security and software updates -- which gives me peace of mind and much added value IMO.

Thank to this great video. I like it 😘😘 Sony Is the Best. #Bestcameraphone

Unbiased channel thanks for this nice review and video

Comparison to Note 9 or S9 please.

Outstanding performance

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Okay I need your help♥ Sony xperia xa1/2 ultra? Xiaomi mi a2? Huawei nova 3i? Because I realy confused and I don't know what to do anymore!

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

hit me up on discord

Now I'm very curious about what they put in Sony Xperia xz3 premium... There are rumors that xz3 premium will have 43mp camera... Holy moly.. Hands down🙌 to this real smartphone company.

@abhishekjain9929

5 жыл бұрын

sagar kurhade 48 mp

@OmarSS87

5 жыл бұрын

sagar kurhade the 48MP sensor can't do 960fps.

@Innosaintify

5 жыл бұрын

The Premiums skips a generation. XZ4 Premium

@paddipat

5 жыл бұрын

I think rumors are about xz3.

@alvinds5479

5 жыл бұрын

@@OmarSS87 why? They just have to add a built in buffer right?

I would love to know more on the battery life if you use it as a daily driver Great review. Always love your reviews

It's not 4k display screen when available on 4k contents the screen changing to 4k HDR or correct me if im wrong because im using the first XZ premium for example mine is 401ppi instead 800ppi and 1080p

@OmarSS87

5 жыл бұрын

mikakami93 UI is 1080p, screen is 4K. It is like watching a 1080p video on 4K screen. Most apps run 1080p or lower resolution.

You always with your great and true Smartphone reviews! This is something really incredible as the level of quality of the Xperias in recent years has outpaced all its competitors and is worth paying the price for something so good, professional, efficient and functional! Who likes toys to use in automatic mode like pushing a cart or talking to a doll will buy other brands! But! Those who like useful, efficient and professional things will only buy Sony and this is a fact ...

I watched this in 2160p 4K resolution on my XZ2 Premium. 😎 Great review. Great phone.

I think its the first Sony phone from a long time to proudly wear the Sony name it's a shame people don't talk about it. Great review. You are on point with it. 👍🏻

So true, you need a case and I'm glad I got one that separates the sensor from the lens.

Got my current Xperia 28 months ago. It is better than day 1, battery life is also better. I am sure I can keep it more 2 or 3 years and battery won't need to be changed. Even with Snapdragon 810 inside.. Sony sells less because people do not feel need to get new one within 1 year. They know it can last 3 or 4 easily.

@axllorenz

5 жыл бұрын

Z5 here and still all good for many years plus snap810

@OmarSS87

5 жыл бұрын

Axl Lorenz Caponpon Z3+ dual white

@leflaree

5 жыл бұрын

Moisés Silva bruh me too my xperia c3 almost 5 years hahaha

@sinancemen

5 жыл бұрын

have still the z5 premium and got only 2 problems 1. its getting rly hot 2. the 4k display is too dark when the sun shines

Awesome Matthew as ALWAYS kind regards Richard U.K

@lahonh1616

5 жыл бұрын

Nice

Love your review

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hango!!

Have u try vr with 4k screen yet?

Thanks for a nice review Matt. :-) t was kinda nice to hear an unbias review of a SOny phone that I do kidna approve despite the HTC-look. Its the 16:9 that talks to me lol.

Great review! However...you can't tell the difference between QHD and 4K but you notice the difference between DSEE HX via Bluetooth and wired? 🤔

The display of sony xperia xz2 premium can show 100%black in dark scene ??? #Sorry My english is not good

Who needs a fingerprint sensor and what for? I dont need it so it isnt really a drawback for me. I love my XZ2. The Display, the performance the batterylife everthing is great and these specs were important to me. Oh and i forget that it has no Notch. It was clear for me to buy no smartphone with a notch. I testet it in a media store with the p20 and it looks stupid and anoying, looks like they forced it to stretch the display, for me it looks bad. No Notch in sony devices yes dont make any notch at all sony keep it up you got 1 new happy costumer :).

Best review😍

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bro!

thank you so much for your knowledge

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Ratan!

Matthew Moniz thank you for the lovely review. On the fingerprint I get it but it's ok. In the future, Sony should use the fingerprint under the display which they have from JDI fingerprint in the LCD under the glass and for the wireless, you should say that the phones are should be bundled with the box from the company since they're wireless and prices of the phone are getting higher. Other than that the phone is very good. I totaly forgot to mention this actually there is a difference between 2K and 4K and that's 4K makes it more crisper than the 2K. You don't have to see the pixels but what it shows clearer image and display. If you tried, to the change the XZP to a 4K natively??

Heard the update for Bokeh and BW is available. Interested to see the follow up of the camera update 😍

ur the best smartphone reviewer I swear.

My only doubt is Does it restart the phone while opening sim tray..

@MatthewMoniz

5 жыл бұрын

yes it does

@shakeelmohammed3

5 жыл бұрын

I think thats a security feature in case someone stole your phone and its password protected if u take the sim out and pop one it will restart and go in the encryption mode btw sony encrypt their phone by default when ever u restart their phones it prompts u to have your password put in then it boots

does it have a bad audio quality or you just hate the fact it doesnt have a headphone jack ?

@youdarkraver

5 жыл бұрын

Иван Калашников I dont know about wireless, but at least on wired: S force surround on speakers, and virtual studio surround sound on headphones...is the best sound you ll ever hear from a smartphone.

@travism8597

5 жыл бұрын

youdarkraver thanks i thought so, i always wondered since gsmarena hasn't tested it yet.

Why is there a red arrow in the picture at 3:41 ?

@serginho9999

5 жыл бұрын

It's pointing out the texture details on the wall as you can see there's much more details on XZ2 premium's shot compare to p20 pro.

Wow Matt I didn't know this thing existed! It's absolutely beautiful! Now lemme see if I can convince mom and dad to buy it for me. 😂

oh totally missed this :O