Panasonic FP7 vs YI M1

The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FP7 versus YI M1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and YI. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the FP7 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The FP7 was introduced 6 years before the M1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FP7 matches up 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-FP7 & YI M1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP7 has got physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has dimensions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP7 versus the M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and M1.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP7 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the YI M1 will give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FP7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.