Panasonic FP5 vs YI M1

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP5 versus YI M1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and YI. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP5 was released 6 years before the M1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FP5 scores vs the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and YI M1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 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).

Compare the Panasonic FP5 versus YI M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FP5 versus the M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and M1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP5 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the YI M1 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FP5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.