Samsung WB210 vs YI M1

Below is a comprehensive review of the Samsung WB210 and YI M1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and YI. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the WB210 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the WB210 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The WB210 was brought out 6 years before the M1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the WB210 scores versus the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB210 and YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB210 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung WB210 comes with exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB210 and YI M1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the WB210 against the M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB210 and M1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB210 and M1.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WB210 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the YI M1 will provide extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older WB210 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.