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Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
YI M1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
60
Features
66
Overall
62

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Introduced September 2017
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-E4
YI M1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
  • Announced September 2016
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 Overview

In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-E3 and YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and YI. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was brought out 12 months after the M1 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-E3 scores vs the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the YI M1

 Fujifilm X-E3 M1 
AnnouncedSeptember 2017September 2016More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 M1 Fujifilm X-E3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and YI M1

 Fujifilm X-E3 M1 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution1040k1040kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 provides exterior measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E3 and YI M1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 against the M1.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and M1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and M1.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E3 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography features
YI M1 Portrait photography features
80
you can focus manually
good resolution (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focusing
supports RAW files
76
you can focus manually
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Street photography camera
YI M1 as a Street photography camera
72
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
supports touch to focus
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
74
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
supports focus via touch
very good ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography advice
YI M1 Sports photography advice
75
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
good resolution (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
supports phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
55
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
good battery power (450 CIPA)
max frames per second low (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography details
YI M1 Travel photography details
77
connects via bluetooth
supports touch to focus
good resolution (24MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
78
good battery power (450 per charge)
connects via bluetooth
supports focus via touch
MP count good (20 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography information
YI M1 Landscape photography information
79
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good resolution (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
77
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3")
MP count good (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW formats
good battery power (450 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Vlogging camera
YI M1 as a Vlogging camera
37
touchscreen capability
features face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
33
touchscreen functionality
offers face detection autofocus
high video quality (4096 x 2160 pxls)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
no external mic port
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs YI M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and YI M1
 Fujifilm X-E3YI M1
General Information
Company FujiFilm YI
Model type Fujifilm X-E3 YI M1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2017-09-07 2016-09-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor III -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III 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 24 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 5184 x 3888
Highest native ISO 12800 25600
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 325 81
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting speed 14.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 4096x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 337 gr (0.74 pounds) 350 gr (0.77 pounds)
Dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 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
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $700 $320