Panasonic G6 vs YI M1

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic G6 and YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and YI. The resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The G6 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the M1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G6 matches up against the M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G6 provides outer dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and 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).

Analyze the Panasonic G6 and YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the G6 compared to the M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G6 and M1 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G6 and M1.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the YI M1 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged G6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.