Canon SX280 HS vs YI M1

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX280 HS vs YI M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and YI. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the SX280 HS (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor measurements.

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The SX280 HS was launched 4 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX280 HS matches up vs the M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & YI M1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS vs the M1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and M1 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and M1.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX280 HS due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the YI M1 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX280 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.