Samsung TL220 vs YI M1
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Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Also referred to as ST500
(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
- Released September 2016

Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Samsung TL220 vs YI M1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and YI. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and M1 (20MP) and the TL220 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.

The TL220 was manufactured 8 years before the M1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TL220 scores versus the M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL220 & YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL220 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the YI M1
TL220 | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Samsung TL220
M1 | TL220 | |||
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Released | September 2016 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 86 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL220 and YI M1
TL220 | M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL220 has external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Examine the Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TL220 and the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TL220 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL220 and M1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL220 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the YI M1 will show greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older TL220 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Samsung TL220 vs YI M1 Specifications
Samsung TL220 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | YI |
Model | Samsung TL220 | YI M1 |
Also called | ST500 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-08-13 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 169 grams (0.37 pounds) | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 450 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-07A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $90 | $320 |