Nikon 1 V3 vs YI M1

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon 1 V3 vs YI M1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and YI. The sensor resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very close but the 1 V3 (1") and M1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 V3 was launched 3 years earlier than the M1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1 V3 matches up versus the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V3 and YI M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V3 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) and the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 V3 vs YI M1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 1 V3 against the M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V3 and M1 is 87 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V3 and M1.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the YI M1 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older 1 V3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.