Epson R-D1 vs YI M1

Here, we will be matching up the Epson R-D1 versus YI M1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and YI. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and M1 (20MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1 was unveiled 13 years before the M1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the R-D1 matches up vs the M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1 & YI M1. The full galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 has got physical measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1 versus YI M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the R-D1 vs the M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and M1 is 75 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and M1.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The R-D1 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the YI M1 will give more detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.