Casio EX-G1 vs YI M1
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Casio EX-G1 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Released November 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced September 2016
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Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-G1 and YI M1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and YI. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.
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Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-G1 scores against the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and YI M1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the YI M1
| EX-G1 | M1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Casio EX-G1
| M1 | EX-G1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2016 |  | November 2009 | Fresher by 83 months |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and YI M1
| EX-G1 | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 and YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the M1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and M1 is 94 and 87 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and M1.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-G1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the YI M1 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older EX-G1 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-G1 vs YI M1 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-G1 | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | YI |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | YI M1 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2009-11-18 | 2016-09-19 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.40 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 4096x2160 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 154 grams (0.34 lb) | 350 grams (0.77 lb) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 450 images |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-800 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $61 | $320 |
