Pentax RZ18 vs YI M1

Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax RZ18 versus YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and YI. The sensor resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the RZ18 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The RZ18 was unveiled 6 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the RZ18 matches up against the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RZ18 and YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax RZ18 provides physical dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the RZ18 vs the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RZ18 and M1 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and M1.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The RZ18 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the YI M1 will show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged RZ18 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.