Panasonic G10 vs YI M1

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic G10 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and YI. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G10 was brought out 7 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G10 matches up against the M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 provides external measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G10 compared to the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G10 and M1 is 72 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and M1.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the YI M1 to provide more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged G10 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.