Olympus VH-410 vs YI M1

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus VH-410 vs YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and YI. The image resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the VH-410 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The VH-410 was revealed 5 years prior to the M1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the VH-410 scores against the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-410 and YI M1. The full galleries are available at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Olympus VH-410 has got outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the VH-410 against the M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-410 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-410 and M1.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VH-410 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the YI M1 will give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged VH-410 is going to be behind in sensor technology.