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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
 
YI M1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
60
Features
66
Overall
62

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2014
YI M1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
  • Announced September 2016
Photography Glossary

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 Overview

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and YI. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was revealed 3 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up versus the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the YI M1

 Galaxy Camera 2 M1 
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")

Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 M1 Galaxy Camera 2 
AnnouncedSeptember 2016January 2014More modern by 33 months
Screen resolution1040k1037kClearer screen (+3k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and YI M1

 Galaxy Camera 2 M1 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 comes with outside measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) and the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the M1.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and M1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and M1.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 2 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the YI M1 will provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 2 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Portrait photography camera
YI M1 as a Portrait photography camera
44
focusing manually
MP count good (16MP)
includes face detect focus
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
76
manual focus
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Street photography advice
YI M1 Street photography advice
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (283 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
74
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
supports touch to focus
good ISO range (25,600)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sports photography highlights
YI M1 Sports photography highlights
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
good battery power (400 CIPA)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
55
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
good battery pack (450 per charge)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography information
YI M1 Travel photography information
73
good battery power (400 shots)
lighter than competitors in class (283 grams)
connects via bluetooth
supports focus via touch
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (483mm)
missing Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
78
good battery pack (450 shots)
supports bluetooth
supports touch to focus
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Landscape photography features
YI M1 Landscape photography features
52
focusing manually
relatively wide (23mm)
lovely big screen (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
good battery power (400 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
77
manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
good ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW formats
good battery pack (450 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Vlogging with YI M1
37
relatively wide (23mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with microphone socket
lighter than competitors in class (283g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
33
touchscreen capability
supports face detection focusing
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
missing external mic jack
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs YI M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and YI M1
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2YI M1
General Information
Make Samsung YI
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 YI M1
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2014-01-02 2016-09-19
Body design Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 3200 25600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 81
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Micro Four Thirds
Lens zoom range 23-483mm (21.0x) -
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Amount of lenses - 107
Focal length multiplier 5.8 2.1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 4.8" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,037k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 16 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 5.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.80 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC
Max video resolution 1920x1080 4096x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 283g (0.62 lbs) 350g (0.77 lbs)
Dimensions 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 shots 450 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID Built-in -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $400 $320