After the announcement of the LG G4, it was clear that the company still has plenty of ideas for the Android market and they’re very eager to implement them. The successor to the G3 has been getting lots of positive reception, and so far a lot of attention is focused on it. However, Sony’s Xperia Z4 is also a pretty good deal for what it offers, and many critics have been comparing the two phones in terms of specifications and price. And for a good reason, as it seems that it’s not a very obvious choice to pick between the two devices.
Differences between the devices start right off the bat with their external designs, as the Z4 is the more “serious” phone, while the G4 looks more lively and creative with its leather panel and color options. Sony are going for a more professional approach, which is by no means boring – it just looks like a different type of device.
The G4 has an edge-to-edge display, which is a stark contrast to the thick bezel of the Xperia Z4. This is pretty much entirely about personal preference, but there has been an overall trend on the market lately towards bezel-less designs, so the G4 might be more appealing to mass consumers.
Comparing the cameras of the two phones is also not that straightforward. Normally, people would be quick to jump to Sony when they’re looking for a phone with a good camera, as the company has proven many times that they’re the leader in this area of the market. And yet, the G4 actually has a great shooter, despite having a smaller sensor than the Z4. With its 16 megapixels – compared to the 21 of the Z4 – it offers a good shooting experience and produces pictures with more than acceptable quality.
In the end, reviewers have even said that the G4 simply has a better potential in its camera, and this might be true when looking at some detailed comparison shots of pictures made with both devices. The higher resolution of the Z4 does help it out a little bit in some instances, but overall, the post-processing in the G4 seems to be executed better. Of course, users have a lot of power to alter the final result as well, but it’s important to consider what the device outputs in the first place.
Is the Xperia Z4 worth its money? Most definitely, according to the majority of reviewers. However, buyers should also consider the LG G4, as the device packs a lot of power for its price, and it’s definitely one of the more attractive offers on the Android market right now.