Fujifilm X-E2 vs YI M1

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2 and YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and YI. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the M1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up versus the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 & YI M1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 provides outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E2 and YI M1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and M1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and M1.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the YI M1 will give more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.