Panasonic FP8 vs YI M1

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP8 and YI M1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and YI. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The FP8 was introduced 8 years prior to the M1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FP8 grades vs the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & YI M1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 provides external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the YI M1 has dimensions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP8 and YI M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FP8 against the M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP8 and M1.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FP8 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the YI M1 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FP8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.