Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs YI M1

Here, we are comparing the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and YI. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and M1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The XZ-2 iHS was announced 4 years prior to the M1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus XZ-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the XZ-2 iHS scores against the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Check the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus YI M1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the XZ-2 iHS and the M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-2 iHS and M1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-2 iHS and M1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The XZ-2 iHS using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the YI M1 will give extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged XZ-2 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.