Nikon Z5 vs YI M1
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Nikon Z5 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed July 2020
(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
- Revealed September 2016
Photography Glossary Nikon Z5 vs YI M1 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon Z5 and YI M1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and YI. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly similar but the Z5 (Full frame) and M1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z5 was revealed 3 years later than the M1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the Z5 matches up against the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the YI M1
| Z5 | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2020 |  | September 2016 | Fresher by 47 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Nikon Z5
| M1 | Z5 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and YI M1
| Z5 | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 1040k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 offers external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 vs the M1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and M1 is 62 and 87 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and M1.
As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z5 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher Z5 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z5 vs YI M1 Specifications
| Nikon Z5 | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | YI |
| Model type | Nikon Z5 | YI M1 |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2020-07-20 | 2016-09-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 273 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 15 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.5fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 470 pictures | 450 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL15c | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | Two | Single |
| Retail pricing | $1,399 | $320 |