Sigma SD1 vs YI M1

Lets look more in depth at the Sigma SD1 versus YI M1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and YI. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the SD1 (15MP) and M1 (20MP) and the SD1 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The SD1 was introduced 7 years earlier than the M1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SD1 matches up vs the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 & YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma SD1 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma SD1 has got outside dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 versus YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SD1 versus the M1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1 and M1 is 77 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1 and M1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SD1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the YI M1 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.