Olympus SP-810 UZ vs YI M1

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs YI M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and YI. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.

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The SP-810 UZ was introduced 6 years earlier than the M1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-810 UZ grades vs the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-810 UZ & YI M1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ provides physical measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the YI M1 has measurements 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-810 UZ and the M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and M1 is 78 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-810 UZ and M1.

Clearly, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-810 UZ with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the YI M1 will provide you with more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.