Sony NEX-5N vs YI M1
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Sony NEX-5N vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-5
- Replacement is Sony NEX-5R
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched September 2016
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The following is a extended analysis of the Sony NEX-5N vs YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Sony and YI. The image resolution of the NEX-5N (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very similar but the NEX-5N (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe NEX-5N was unveiled 6 years before the M1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the NEX-5N grades versus the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the YI M1
| NEX-5N | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sony NEX-5N
| M1 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2016 |  | October 2011 | Newer by 60 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 920k | Sharper display (+120k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-5N and YI M1
| NEX-5N | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Sony NEX-5N vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-5N enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NEX-5N vs the M1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5N and M1 is 89 and 87 respectively.
Sony NEX-5N vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-5N and M1.
All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NEX-5N with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the YI M1 will offer you more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5N is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony NEX-5N vs YI M1 Specifications
| Sony Alpha NEX-5N | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Sony | YI |
| Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | YI M1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2011-10-03 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Bionz | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 121 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/160s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video file format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 269g (0.59 lb) | 350g (0.77 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 77 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1079 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 460 shots | 450 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NPFW50 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $550 | $320 |
