Olympus E-P3 vs YI M1
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Olympus E-P3 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 369g - 122 x 69 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-P2
- Refreshed by Olympus E-P5
(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
- Announced September 2016
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The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus E-P3 vs YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Olympus and YI. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-P3 was introduced 6 years prior to the M1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E-P3 matches up versus the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P3 and YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the YI M1
| E-P3 | M1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Olympus E-P3
| M1 | E-P3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2016 |  | August 2011 | Newer by 62 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 614k | Clearer display (+426k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-P3 and YI M1
| E-P3 | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-P3 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 enjoys physical dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-P3 vs the M1.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and M1 is 86 and 87 respectively.
Olympus E-P3 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P3 and M1.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the YI M1 to deliver greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-P3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-P3 vs YI M1 Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-P3 | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | YI |
| Model type | Olympus PEN E-P3 | YI M1 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2011-08-17 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic VI | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 35 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 369 grams (0.81 pounds) | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 51 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 536 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 photos | 450 photos |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BLS-5 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $0 | $320 |
