Rugged daily carry
The IP68 rating and rugged positioning matter more here than any headline camera number. This is the kind of phone you pick when drops, dust, and wet conditions are part of the day, and the heavier build is the price of that confidence.
For a buyer who works outside or keeps a phone in a tool bag, that trade-off is useful rather than annoying. The body is there to absorb rough use, while the compact screen keeps the device manageable when you are moving around.