Samsung CL80 vs YI M1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung CL80 vs YI M1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and YI. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the CL80 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The CL80 was introduced 7 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the CL80 scores vs the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung CL80 & YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the YI M1 has measurements 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the CL80 compared to the M1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and M1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The CL80 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the YI M1 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CL80 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.