Samsung WB50F vs YI M1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Samsung WB50F versus YI M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and YI. The sensor resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very close but the WB50F (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The WB50F was brought out 3 years prior to the M1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WB50F scores versus the M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB50F & YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB50F Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung WB50F comes with external measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the YI M1 has specifications 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 WB50F versus YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WB50F compared to the M1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and M1 is 92 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WB50F and M1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WB50F featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the YI M1 will render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older WB50F will be behind in sensor tech.