Fujifilm GFX 50R vs YI M1

Here is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs YI M1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and YI. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and M1 (20MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and M1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was released 2 years later than the M1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R scores against the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50R & YI M1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R has outside measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R against the M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and M1 is 59 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and M1.

All in all, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50R provides a benefit in sensor technology.