Canon M100 vs YI M1

Here, we will be matching up the Canon M100 and YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and YI. The sensor resolution of the M100 (24MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty close but the M100 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.

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The M100 was unveiled 12 months later than the M1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the M100 scores vs the M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M100 & YI M1. The full galleries are available at Canon M100 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M100 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Canon M100 and YI M1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the M100 vs the M1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M100 and M1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M100 and M1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M100 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon M100 will result in more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent M100 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.