Nikon Z7 vs YI M1

Let's look much closer at the Nikon Z7 vs YI M1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and YI. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and M1 (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and M1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 was manufactured 24 months after the M1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z7 grades against the M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 & YI M1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 provides exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the YI M1 has measurements 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 ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Z7 compared to the M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and M1 is 62 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and M1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 will give you more detail due to its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern Z7 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.