Samsung NX11 vs YI M1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung NX11 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and YI. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and M1 (20MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The NX11 was revealed 6 years prior to the M1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the NX11 scores versus the M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 & YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX11 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX11 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX11 and the M1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and M1 is 80 and 87 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX11 and M1.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX11 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the YI M1 will give you more detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older NX11 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.