Pentax Q10 vs YI M1

In this article, we are reviewing the Pentax Q10 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Pentax and YI. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Q10 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the Q10 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Q10 was released 5 years before the M1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Q10 grades versus the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q10 & YI M1. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q10 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax Q10 features external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

See the Pentax Q10 versus YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Q10 versus the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Q10 and M1 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q10 and M1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q10 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the YI M1 will render more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Q10 will be behind in sensor innovation.