
Battery
4.1/5
Shipping
4.7/5
Lens & Camera
4.4/5
Accessories
3.9/5
Packaging
4.6/5
Overall performance
4.2/5
Appearance
4.4/5
Reviewed 2/6/26, Japan.
The product itself was perfectly fine and beautiful. Shipping is also fast! However, because it was described as SIM-free, I thought the carrier did not matter, but in fact it was a model that was sold by docomo and was SIM-free. Of course you can use it without any problems, but I would have liked a detailed description if possible, as each carrier's settings and so on occur. If I had my own carrier, I would have wanted to examine it more closely. In the end, after setup, you have to delete docomo apps you don't use. In the end, I was strongly impressed by the disappointment, so I think I will only use it this time.
Translated from Japanese
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Condition
Good
Purchased
30/5/26
Reviewed 25/5/26, Japan.
It is a C grade, but the body was very clean (apart from minor scratches, peeling around the charging terminal and some dust in the gap at the bottom of the screen) and the screen was fine. However, the carrier model number in the technical specifications displayed after specifying the conditions was different from the one actually received (au to docomo). The return was accepted, but the overall response was good, so I was left with a sense of disappointment.
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Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Condition
Fair
Purchased
19/5/26
Reviewed 22/5/26, Japan.
I was going to buy A, but the B grade was a direct sales model, so I was allowed to buy it. However, the receipt showed an AU model number. I wondered why the sticker had a docomo model number, so I started up the product I received and found that it was the docomo version. The phone is a cheap SIM, so I will continue to use it as it is, thinking that this is some kind of fate. I think that this is not a mistake that a company that deals with smartphones should make. I hope that in the future you will ensure that this does not happen to other customers. Best regards.
Translated from Japanese
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - シルバー - Simフリー
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - シルバー - Simフリー
Condition
Good
Purchased
19/5/26
Reviewed 26/5/26, Japan.
The product sent to me was very clean and good quality, I didn't even feel it had been used. I was worried because it was my first time using your service, but I was relieved. I would appreciate it if you could include the carrier on the product page for the phone.
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Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
13/5/26
Reviewed 18/5/26, Japan.
I was able to use WiFi communication but not mobile data, so I changed SIM card companies. I was relieved to find that it worked without any problems.
Translated from Japanese
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Condition
Good
Purchased
7/5/26
Reviewed 4/5/26, Japan.
It is three years out of date, but there is nothing wrong with it. There are no defects or scratches on the frame, the battery does not feel saggy and it runs smoothly with a computer score as good as a medium laptop. I am happy with my purchase.
Translated from Japanese
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Condition
Good
Purchased
26/4/26
Reviewed 17/5/26, Japan.
I would have preferred something with a higher battery %. As a phone function, it is fine.
Translated from Japanese
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Sony Xperia 1 V 256GB - ブラック - Simフリー
Condition
Good
Purchased
6/5/26
Sony Xperia 1 VModel
XQ-DQ54Manufacturer version
AndroidOperating system
12 megapixelsFront camera
UnlockedCarrier compatibility
SilverColour
SonyBrand
48 megapixelsMain camera
0.459SAR (head)
The Sony Xperia 1 V brings creative tools and a premium display into your pocket, just one generation behind Sony’s current flagship as of 2025. Released in May 2023, this model sticks with Sony's signature tall design and puts a clear emphasis on photo, video, and media fans. The Xperia 1 V continues Sony’s tradition of pro-grade camera features with a robust build, but stays refreshingly understated about the whole thing.
Key features:The Sony Xperia 1 V is a great pick for content creators, photographers, or filmmakers who want advanced manual camera controls and professional-grade video features straight from their phone. It’s also ideal for anyone who loves a 4K OLED display—yes, that’s still rare—as well as fans of classic features (hello, headphone jack). If you’re looking for a top-tier multimedia tool and don’t need bleeding-edge AI gimmicks of 2025 models, this generation does the trick. iPhones and Galaxies tend to go harder on app ecosystems or zoom lenses, but the Xperia sticks with specialized tools for media perfectionists.
Pros & Cons:| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Stunning 4K OLED display with 21:9 aspect for watching or editing video. | Software support and updates tend to lag behind the big Android brands. |
| Unique pro camera tools (manual controls, RAW capture, Eye AF). | Camera processing doesn’t deliver super-bright social media-ready results by default. |
| Retains 3.5mm jack for classic wired audio. | Tall aspect ratio can feel unwieldy for one-handed use. |
| Strong hardware build with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and IP68 rating. | Not the best choice for users who want plug-and-play simplicity over customization. |
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