Panasonic TS4 vs YI M1

Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic TS4 and YI M1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and YI. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TS4 was brought out 5 years before the M1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TS4 matches up vs the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and YI M1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS4 features outside measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS4 and YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TS4 against the M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and M1 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and M1.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS4 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the YI M1 will give extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older TS4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.