Samsung ST700 vs YI M1

In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung ST700 versus YI M1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and YI. The resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly similar but the ST700 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The ST700 was introduced 6 years prior to the M1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the ST700 matches up versus the M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST700 & YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST700 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST700 has external measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the YI M1 has sizing 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ST700 versus the M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST700 and M1 is 99 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST700 and M1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST700 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the YI M1 will deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older ST700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.