Samsung WB350F vs YI M1
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Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Announced January 2014
(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
- Launched September 2016

Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Samsung WB350F vs YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and YI. The resolution of the WB350F (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty close but the WB350F (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

The WB350F was launched 3 years earlier than the M1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WB350F grades versus the M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB350F and YI M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB350F Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the YI M1
WB350F | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Samsung WB350F
M1 | WB350F | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB350F and YI M1
WB350F | M1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB350F has got exterior dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WB350F against the M1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB350F and M1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB350F and M1.
To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB350F because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the YI M1 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WB350F will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Samsung WB350F vs YI M1 Specifications
Samsung WB350F | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | YI |
Model type | Samsung WB350F | YI M1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 81 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) | 350 grams (0.77 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 450 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $260 | $320 |