Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched September 2016

Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and YI. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-E2S was brought out 8 months earlier than the M1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2S grades against the M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S & YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the YI M1
Fujifilm X-E2S | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
M1 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | January 2016 | Fresher by 8 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and YI M1
Fujifilm X-E2S | M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S has got physical 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) while 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).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and M1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2S and M1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2S featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the YI M1 will give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2S is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2S vs YI M1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | YI |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | YI M1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-01-15 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lb) | 350 grams (0.77 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 450 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $599 | $320 |