Xperia Z1 Mini Gets Pictured Next To Its Big Brother
The Xperia Z1 Mini was the rumoured compact version of Sony’s flagship Xperia Z1, and it later reached stores as the Xperia Z1 Compact. Leaks promised near-flagship hardware in a smaller body, which set it apart from the smaller models of rival makers.
Why a mini version matters
Not everyone wants a large screen. Samsung had mini versions of the Galaxy S3 and S4, and HTC had a mini of its HTC One. Those models cut specifications noticeably. Sony’s approach, if rumours were right, kept the flagship hardware.
The rumoured specifications
- 4.3-inch 720p display
- Snapdragon 800 processor
- 2 GB of RAM
- 8 GB of internal storage
- 20.7 MP camera with Sony’s G Lens and an f/2.0 aperture
- Android 4.3
How the rumour compared with the real phone
The retail Xperia Z1 Compact matched most of the list, including the display, processor, RAM, and camera. Storage was the item that differed from the rumour.
Reading phone leaks
Specifications that appear in several leaks over a long period are more likely to be accurate, but they are not confirmed until the maker announces them. Treat leaked numbers as a guide, not a promise.
Frequently asked questions
What was the Xperia Z1 Mini renamed?
It was sold as the Xperia Z1 Compact.
Was the screen smaller than the Z1?
Yes. The leaks listed a 4.3-inch display, against a larger screen on the standard Z1.
Did it have a high-end processor?
The leaks listed the Snapdragon 800, the same chip family as the flagship.