Nikon L21 vs YI M1
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Nikon L21 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced September 2016
Nikon L21 vs YI M1 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon L21 versus YI M1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and YI. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and M1 (20MP) and the L21 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe L21 was launched 7 years before the M1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L21 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L21 scores versus the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L21 vs YI M1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L21 and YI M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the YI M1
L21 | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Nikon L21
M1 | L21 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | February 2010 | Fresher by 80 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and YI M1
L21 | M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon L21 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L21 offers external measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L21 versus YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L21 versus the M1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L21 and M1 is 93 and 87 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L21 and M1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The L21 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the YI M1 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older L21 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Nikon L21 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L21 vs YI M1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | YI |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L21 | YI M1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 169 gr (0.37 lb) | 350 gr (0.77 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 450 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $180 | $320 |