Olympus E-PL9 vs YI M1

Let's look more closely at the Olympus E-PL9 and YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and YI. The resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL9 was announced 17 months later than the M1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-PL9 matches up vs the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL9 and YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL9 has got external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has dimensions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-PL9 and YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL9 versus the M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and M1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and M1.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the YI M1 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent E-PL9 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.