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Sigma fp vs YI M1

Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77
Sigma fp front
 
YI M1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
59
Features
66
Overall
61

Sigma fp vs YI M1 Key Specs

Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Introduced July 2019
  • Replacement is Sigma fp L
YI M1
(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
  • Introduced September 2016
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Sigma fp vs YI M1 Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the Sigma fp vs YI M1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and YI. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and M1 (20MP) and the fp (Full frame) and M1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The fp was unveiled 2 years after the M1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the fp scores versus the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the YI M1

 fp M1 
IntroducedJuly 2019September 2016More modern by 35 months
Screen dimension3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k1040kSharper screen (+1060k dot)

Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sigma fp

 M1 fp 

Common features in the Sigma fp and YI M1

 fp M1 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Sigma fp vs YI M1 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp has got external dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Sigma fp vs YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the fp against the M1.

Sigma fp vs YI M1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and M1 is 84 and 87 respectively.

Sigma fp vs YI M1 top view buttons comparison

Sigma fp vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the fp and M1.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sigma fp will render extra detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger fp provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Sigma fp vs YI M1 sensor size comparison

Sigma fp vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma fp vs YI M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma fp as a Portrait photography camera
YI M1 as a Portrait photography camera
85
focusing manually
resolution is high (25 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
comes with face detection focusing
supports RAW files
75
has manual focus
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
features face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sigma fp Street photography info
YI M1 Street photography info
77
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW files
has touch focus
weather proofing
great high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
73
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
comes with focus via touch
very good ISO range (25,600)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sigma fp Sports photography highlights
YI M1 Sports photography highlights
73
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
resolution is high (25 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
no image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect AF
54
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
good battery life (450 shots)
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma fp Travel photography info
YI M1 Travel photography info
78
weather proofing
has touch focus
resolution is high (25MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
78
good battery life (450 CIPA)
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
megapixel count good (20MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma fp Landscape photography advice
YI M1 Landscape photography advice
83
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2")
resolution is high (25MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
no image stabilization
76
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (450 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma fp as a Vlogging camera
YI M1 as a Vlogging camera
37
screen is touchscreen
comes with face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has external mic support
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
33
screen is touchscreen
features face detection autofocus
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
does not have external microphone port
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Sigma fp vs YI M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma fp and YI M1
 Sigma fpYI M1
General Information
Make Sigma YI
Model Sigma fp YI M1
Category Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2019-07-11 2016-09-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 23.9mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 25600 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 102400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Minimum enhanced ISO 6 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 49 81
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica L Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 30 107
Crop factor 1 2.1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.2 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 2,100 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 12.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 4096x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless No Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 422g (0.93 pounds) 350g (0.77 pounds)
Dimensions 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 BP-51 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 wec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $2,050 $320