Panasonic FS42 vs YI M1

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS42 and YI M1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and YI. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and M1 (20MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and M1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The FS42 was unveiled 8 years prior to the M1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FS42 matches up against the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS42 has physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS42 and YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FS42 vs the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and M1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FS42 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the YI M1 will result in more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FS42 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.