Samsung WB150F vs YI M1
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Samsung WB150F vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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
- Introduced September 2016

Samsung WB150F vs YI M1 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung WB150F vs YI M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and YI. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the WB150F (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The WB150F was manufactured 5 years earlier than the M1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the WB150F matches up versus the M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB150F vs YI M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB150F & YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the YI M1
WB150F | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Samsung WB150F
M1 | WB150F | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 57 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB150F and YI M1
WB150F | M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung WB150F vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB150F comes with exterior dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the YI M1 has dimensions 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 WB150F vs YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WB150F and the M1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WB150F and M1 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Samsung WB150F vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB150F and M1.
Clearly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB150F featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the YI M1 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older WB150F is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung WB150F vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB150F vs YI M1 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | YI |
Model | Samsung WB150F | YI M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 81 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 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 | ||
WB 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 (30, 15fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $230 | $320 |