Panasonic FH5 vs YI M1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FH5 and YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and YI. The image resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the FH5 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The FH5 was launched 6 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH5 grades versus the M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and YI M1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH5 comes with external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH5 and YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH5 and the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and M1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and M1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FH5 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the YI M1 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FH5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.