Pentax K-5 IIs vs YI M1

Following is a extended overview of the Pentax K-5 IIs versus YI M1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and YI. The sensor resolution of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very well matched but the K-5 IIs (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The K-5 IIs was unveiled 4 years before the M1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the K-5 IIs scores vs the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 IIs and YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 IIs features outer dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

See the Pentax K-5 IIs versus YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the K-5 IIs vs the M1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-5 IIs and M1 is 60 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 IIs and M1.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-5 IIs with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the YI M1 will resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged K-5 IIs is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.