Leica M11 Monochrome vs YI M1

Lets look more closely at the Leica M11 Monochrome and YI M1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and YI. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and M1 (20MP) and the M11 Monochrome (Full frame) and M1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The M11 Monochrome was manufactured 6 years later than the M1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the M11 Monochrome grades versus the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M11 Monochrome & YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Leica M11 Monochrome features exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the M11 Monochrome and the M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M11 Monochrome and M1 is 76 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M11 Monochrome and M1.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M11 Monochrome featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Leica M11 Monochrome will provide more detail due to its extra 40 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger M11 Monochrome should have an edge in sensor technology.