Olympus E-P5 vs YI M1
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Olympus E-P5 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Announced October 2013
- Superseded the Olympus E-P3
(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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Here, we are matching up the Olympus E-P5 vs YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and YI. The sensor resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-P5 was introduced 4 years earlier than the M1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-P5 scores versus the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the YI M1
| E-P5 | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Olympus E-P5
| M1 | E-P5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2016 |  | October 2013 | Newer by 36 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 1037k | Sharper display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-P5 and YI M1
| E-P5 | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-P5 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-P5 has outer dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has specifications 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P5 against the M1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P5 and M1 is 85 and 87 respectively.
Olympus E-P5 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P5 and M1.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the YI M1 to provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged E-P5 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-P5 vs YI M1 Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-P5 | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | YI |
| Model type | Olympus PEN E-P5 | YI M1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2013-10-03 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 35 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 1,040k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/320 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 420g (0.93 pounds) | 350g (0.77 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 895 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 shots | 450 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $389 | $320 |