The iPhone 5 is an outstanding device. Even though nearly a year has passed since it
got launched, Apple's finest still ranks among the top smartphones out there,
loved by millions of owners worldwide. That is why a comparison like this is
inevitable – a comparison between the newly-announced Sony Xperia Z1 and the tried and trusty iPhone 5. Can a 12-month-old handset
rival an upcoming phone? Well, let's take a look.
Design
In terms of appearance, both smartphones have a lot to
impress with. We'd say that the two look and feel equally great, which comes as
no surprise since the Sony Xperia Z1 and the iPhone 5 are put together with
utmost attention to detail. The premium materials used in their construction
only adds to their high-end feel. Sony has chosen to use tempered glass for the
Z1's back panel while the iPhone 5 is made of anodized aluminum. What sets
these smartphones apart, however, is their size. In all honesty, the Xperia Z1
feels a bit bulky, partially due to its rectangular shape, but at least we know
it is waterproof. The iPhone 5, on the other hand, is a lot more compact and
perfectly usable with a single hand. It does, however, come with a smaller
screen. Speaking of which...
