Canon 6D vs YI M1

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon 6D versus YI M1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and YI. The resolution of the 6D (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty close but the 6D (Full frame) and M1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The 6D was brought out 4 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 6D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 6D matches up vs the M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 6D & YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 6D Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 6D has physical dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 6D vs the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 6D and M1 is 59 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6D and M1.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The 6D contains the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged 6D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.