Samsung NX1100 vs YI M1
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Samsung NX1100 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1000
- Replacement is Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched September 2016
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung NX1100 versus YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Samsung and YI. The sensor resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the NX1100 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX1100 was announced 4 years prior to the M1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the NX1100 matches up against the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1100 and YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the YI M1
| NX1100 | M1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Samsung NX1100
| M1 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2016 |  | April 2013 | Newer by 41 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and YI M1
| NX1100 | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung NX1100 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1100 features outer dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the NX1100 vs the M1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and M1 is 90 and 87 respectively.
Samsung NX1100 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and M1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The NX1100 offers the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more aged NX1100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX1100 vs YI M1 Specifications
| Samsung NX1100 | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | YI |
| Model type | Samsung NX1100 | YI M1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2013-04-11 | 2016-09-19 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Samsung NX | Micro Four Thirds |
| Number of lenses | 32 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 73 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 852 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 images | 450 images |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BC1030 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $600 | $320 |