Panasonic ZR3 vs YI M1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZR3 versus YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and YI. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the ZR3 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZR3 was unveiled 7 years prior to the M1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ZR3 scores versus the M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZR3 versus YI M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the ZR3 against the M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and M1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and M1.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZR3 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the YI M1 will give greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged ZR3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.