Samsung ST600 vs YI M1

Following is a in depth overview of the Samsung ST600 versus YI M1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and YI. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the ST600 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the ST600 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The ST600 was unveiled 7 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ST600 scores against the M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST600 and YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST600 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST600 features outer dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST600 versus YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ST600 against the M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST600 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST600 and M1.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST600 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the YI M1 will show extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged ST600 will be behind in sensor tech.