Weaknesses
There's so much to like about the
C902 that it's difficult to find much wrong with the handset. One
noticeable issue is that the phone can feel sluggish at times. When you
open the camera cover, there's a definite delay of 4-5 seconds before
the controls for the camera actually appear on the screen. Similarly,
screen updates can be slow when moving between the various options in
the media player.
While the 5-megapixel shots have bags of vivid colour and generally lots of detail, the images still won't cause your compact camera to quake in its boots. This is because the tiny lens isn't quite good enough to do the sensor justice, so when you zoom in on shots you've downloaded to a computer, they look soft. They're still a good deal better than the usual fare you get from rival camera phones, but they're definitely not on a par with those you get from a dedicated digital camera.
The only other issue we have is with the quality of recordings in video mode. Recordings don't look too bad when you're videoing mostly static scenes, but as soon as it has to deal with lots of fast movement the video tends to look very pixelated.
Conclusion
The C902 is a great-looking phone
with some really cool design features, such as the slide-out lens
cover. Despite being packed with a wealth of features, it remains very
easy to use. Although the 5-megapixel camera takes very good
shots, they're still not going to rival those from a dedicated digital
camera.
Edited by Shannon Doubleday
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erick_lamothe 10 February 2013
Good: Superb design and features
Bad: Lack of wi-fi and HD video recording - not a smartphone
Comment: Judged in isolation and not as to whether this is a smartphone or not, this device is an excellent device which not only looks extremely elegant and appealing but is capable of taking great imagery, like its timeless predecessor, the K800. Only the lack of wifi and being considered out of date now diminishes its appeal. It was an excellent cybershot device and one of SE's best.
boxfresh2010 20 October 2011
Good: Camera, Battery life, keypad and Size
Bad: internet connectivity, sluggish response (sometimes) cost.
Comment: this phone is very good, the battery life lasts a good 2 days without too much hassle, and internet usage although it can be quite slow/ not work. the camera is amazing and the design for flipping the camera in and out is a very good work of design. its good, clear but small screen is good, but could be bigger.
the touch screen elements for camera features are also brilliant, and the rang of colours and designs for this phone make it look like a work of art.
one of sony ericssons best!
Emaleigh' Preece 17 December 2010
Good: camera, messaging, screen, keypad
Bad: internet response, slow camera flash.
Comment: lasted me 2 years before battery imploded.
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