Samsung TL240 vs YI M1
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Samsung TL240 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced September 2016

Samsung TL240 vs YI M1 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Samsung TL240 and YI M1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and YI. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the TL240 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the TL240 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

The TL240 was introduced 7 years before the M1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the TL240 matches up against the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung TL240 vs YI M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL240 & YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the YI M1
TL240 | M1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Samsung TL240
M1 | TL240 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 81 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL240 and YI M1
TL240 | M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung TL240 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung TL240 has got outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Check the Samsung TL240 and YI M1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TL240 vs the M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL240 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and M1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL240 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the YI M1 will provide greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older TL240 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung TL240 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL240 vs YI M1 Specifications
Samsung TL240 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | YI |
Model | Samsung TL240 | YI M1 |
Otherwise known as | ST5000 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 4096x2160 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $171 | $320 |