Casio EX-Z550 vs YI M1

The following is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-Z550 versus YI M1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and YI. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z550 was brought out 7 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z550 matches up versus the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & YI M1. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z550 against the M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and M1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z550 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the YI M1 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.