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Samsung Galaxy S5 mini - user opinions and reviews

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini
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  • Released 2014, July
    120g, 9.1mm thickness
    Android 4.4.2, up to 5.1.1, TouchWiz UI
    16GB storage, microSDXC
  • 0.3% 9,527,210 hits
  • 189 Become a fan
  • 4.5"
    720x1280 pixels
  • 8MP
    1080p
  • 1.5GB RAM
    Exynos 3470 Quad
  • 2100mAh
    Li-Ion
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  • tht
  • 31 Aug 2014

I saw many comments said Z1C much better than this S5 mini. Agree for its specs. But i used Z1C just for a week and i decided to sell it. Reason? Xperia screen's backlight is worst than other phones i ever used (Z2 & Z1C are the same), smaller screen with higher ppi means not a powerfull phone but a phone that suites for powerfull eyes (if you know what i mean).

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    • TeD
    • KSC
    • 30 Aug 2014

    Anonymous, 29 Aug 2014No, S5 Mini does not support USB On-The-Go.Thanks. That is disappointing. Many phones much cheaper has Usb OTG... I will have to look for another small phone.

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      • AnonD-260841
      • 6q5
      • 29 Aug 2014

      S5 mini has bigger display so it is easier to write by it. Also replacable battery, louder audio, different materials etc. It is a matter of preferences.

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        • Anonymous
        • M}G
        • 29 Aug 2014

        TeD, 26 Aug 2014Can someone with the phone check if it accepts USB on the Go ? I need to be able to connect a... moreNo, S5 Mini does not support USB On-The-Go.

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          • Omid
          • B}6
          • 29 Aug 2014

          Is the single sim version available in dubai?

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            • AnonD-155275
            • fqf
            • 27 Aug 2014

            AnonD-155544, 26 Aug 2014Would this be a worthwhile phone for me as my old mobile was an iPhone 4s and I hated the bad ... moreSony Xperia Z1 Compact is a much better choice

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              • TeD
              • KSC
              • 26 Aug 2014

              Can someone with the phone check if it accepts USB on the Go ?
              I need to be able to connect a memory stick to my phone..
              Thanks

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                • AnonD-260841
                • pW8
                • 26 Aug 2014

                The bundled software for the main camera uses typically 1/17 s shutter speed in dim conditions when using auto mode and auto ISO setting even if you use the LED light. For me that is too long time; I get blurry images too often when I shoot handheld. 1/30 s would be better with that optics which has 31 mm focal length equivalent in 35 mm film. I prefer sharper images, even if there was more noise in the image. Unfortunately you can not increase the ISO setting above 800 manually even if auto ISO may use higher settings (at least according to Exif data).

                Metering tends to overexpose at least in matrix metering mode; you may get blown out highlights in your subject in a sunny day. Furthermore, manual exposure value correction corrects less than expected, and consequently results incorrect Exif data. You can't choose the metering point in spot metering mode. You can't set it to meter in same point that you tap to focus.

                "Picture stabilation" helps to obtain better tones and less noise in dim conditions, but I am unsure, if it helps in stabilating image. It is somewhat mystical; it may even hide some Exif info concerning the exposure.

                Even if you tap to focus, focusing returns to the center of the image soon automatically (except when recording videos). If you trigger while it performs automatic focusing, you will likely get an out-of-focus image. I wish there was manual focusing option like in Nokia Camera or in LG G2, for instance.

                Automatic white balance seems to work pretty well, but I am not convinced by the manual white balance settings.

                If you want a good cameraphone, I do not recommend buying this phone before Samsung provides proper updates for the camera software. To ensure that it will get those updates, consider sending feedback to Samsung (like I did).

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                  • AnonD-155544
                  • m9C
                  • 26 Aug 2014

                  Would this be a worthwhile phone for me as my old mobile was an iPhone 4s and I hated the bad battery life having to charge it twice a day. The battery in this phone is massive 2100mAh and has a plastic build for extra durability but is the screen gorilla glass?

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                    • Anonymous
                    • uv%
                    • 26 Aug 2014

                    it should have come with 2gb ram and 13mp or 16mp camera.

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                      • raj.
                      • utv
                      • 24 Aug 2014

                      price is very high.

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                        • AnonD-127643
                        • 6P1
                        • 22 Aug 2014

                        advice, 21 Aug 2014i am using xperia phone kid,but i am not a fanboy for any company.You keep proving me right time and again. Kid? lol. Admit it and move on. I won't be wasting anymore of my time after your latest BS about using an xperia as I highly doubt it. Move on.

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                          • Anonymous
                          • 2WY
                          • 22 Aug 2014

                          if you don't tollow the above rules your post
                          will be probably deleded

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                            • the truth
                            • Nv0
                            • 22 Aug 2014

                            s5 mini is a slightly faster s3 even got the same graphics card mini is for fashion not for power

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                              • the truth
                              • Nv0
                              • 22 Aug 2014

                              s5 mini is a slightly faster s3 even got the same graphics card mini is for fashion not for power

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                                • advice
                                • fwM
                                • 21 Aug 2014

                                torero, 21 Aug 2014Lol display is all you have and that too is highly debatable. So I will stick to my original c... morei am using xperia phone kid,but i am not a fanboy for any company.

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                                  • anonymous
                                  • fCx
                                  • 21 Aug 2014

                                  I am highly dis satisfied with samsung for not launching this phone in India till now.the phone was announced in july and launched in Germany, but no information on launch time in india :(

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                                    • NAYIEM
                                    • rvP
                                    • 21 Aug 2014

                                    please can you provide a clear explanation the difference between an s5 mini and an s4 as i am on the verge of purchasing 3 x samsung s5 mini's.

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                                      • AnonD-296824
                                      • dW7
                                      • 21 Aug 2014

                                      Just checked with Samsung regional technical support and IT HAS CORNING GORILLA GLASS 3 scratch resistant screen.

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                                        • Anonymous
                                        • dW7
                                        • 21 Aug 2014

                                        Just checked with Samsung technical support and IT HAS CORNING GORILLA GLASS 3 scratch resistant screen.

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