Samsung SL820 vs YI M1

Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung SL820 versus YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and YI. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SL820 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the SL820 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The SL820 was brought out 8 years prior to the M1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SL820 grades versus the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL820 and YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung SL820 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung SL820 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SL820 compared to the M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL820 and M1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL820 and M1.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SL820 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the YI M1 will resolve greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SL820 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.