Casio EX-Z16 vs YI M1
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Casio EX-Z16 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched September 2010
(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-Z16 vs YI M1 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Casio EX-Z16 versus YI M1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and YI. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe EX-Z16 was revealed 7 years before the M1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-Z16 grades vs the M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z16 vs YI M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and YI M1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the YI M1
EX-Z16 | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Casio EX-Z16
M1 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | September 2010 | More recent by 73 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | " | Bigger screen (+3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 0k | Crisper screen (+1040k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and YI M1
EX-Z16 | M1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 comes with external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the YI M1 has dimensions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z16 versus YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the M1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and M1 is 99 and 87 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and M1.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z16 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the YI M1 will offer more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z16 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z16 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z16 vs YI M1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | YI |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | YI M1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 81 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | - | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 0k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $100 | $320 |