Panasonic S1R vs YI M1

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic S1R vs YI M1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and YI. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and M1 (20MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1R was brought out 2 years after the M1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S1R grades vs the M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and YI M1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R features physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1R vs YI M1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S1R against the M1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and M1 is 54 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1R and M1.

All in all, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1R featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will produce greater detail having its extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger S1R is going to have an edge in sensor tech.