Nikon Z30 vs YI M1

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon Z30 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and YI. The resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very comparable but the Z30 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The Z30 was manufactured 5 years later than the M1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z30 grades vs the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z30 & YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z30 comes with outside measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 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).

Take a look at the Nikon Z30 versus YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z30 vs the M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and M1 is 79 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z30 and M1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z30 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z30 will show greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Z30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.