Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1
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Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Released January 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
- Launched September 2016

Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-S5 and YI M1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and YI. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and M1 (20MP) and the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

The EX-S5 was revealed 8 years before the M1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-S5 matches up versus the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the YI M1
EX-S5 | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Casio EX-S5
M1 | EX-S5 | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 93 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+925k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and YI M1
EX-S5 | M1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-S5 and YI M1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and M1 is 97 and 87 respectively.

Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and M1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-S5 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the YI M1 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-S5 vs YI M1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | YI |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | YI M1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100 grams (0.22 lbs) | 350 grams (0.77 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 450 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $130 | $320 |