Nikon 1 AW1 vs YI M1

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon 1 AW1 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and YI. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the 1 AW1 (1") and M1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The 1 AW1 was brought out 4 years before the M1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 1 AW1 scores against the M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 AW1 and YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 AW1 offers outside dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 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).

Check out the Nikon 1 AW1 versus YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 AW1 against the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 AW1 and M1 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 AW1 and M1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 AW1 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the YI M1 will show greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older 1 AW1 will be behind in sensor innovation.