Nikon Z50 vs YI M1

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z50 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and YI. The sensor resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the Z50 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Z50 was introduced 3 years later than the M1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z50 matches up against the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 & YI M1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 has got outer measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the YI M1 has dimensions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Z50 against the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and M1 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and M1.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z50 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z50 will show more detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Z50 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.