Panasonic LX100 II vs YI M1

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic LX100 II versus YI M1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and YI. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The LX100 II was revealed 24 months later than the M1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the LX100 II matches up against the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II & YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II offers exterior dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LX100 II versus YI M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the LX100 II versus the M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the LX100 II and M1 is 81 and 87 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and M1.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the YI M1 to offer extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher LX100 II should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.