Fujifilm X-S10 vs YI M1

Following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm X-S10 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and YI. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and M1 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was announced 4 years after the M1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S10 scores versus the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S10 and YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-S10 offers external dimensions of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) while the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-S10 versus YI M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 versus the M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and M1 is 73 and 87 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S10 and M1.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S10 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-S10 will offer more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-S10 will have an edge in sensor technology.