Sony NEX-5T vs YI M1
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Sony NEX-5T vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Previous Model 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
- Released September 2016
Photography Glossary Sony NEX-5T vs YI M1 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Sony NEX-5T and YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Sony and YI. The resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly close but the NEX-5T (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NEX-5T was introduced 4 years earlier than the M1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the NEX-5T matches up vs the M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5T & YI M1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5T Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the YI M1
| NEX-5T | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sony NEX-5T
| M1 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2016 |  | August 2013 | Newer by 37 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-5T and YI M1
| NEX-5T | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Sony NEX-5T vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-5T features external dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) and the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Contrast the Sony NEX-5T and YI M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the NEX-5T against the M1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5T and M1 is 89 and 87 respectively.
Sony NEX-5T vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-5T and M1.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NEX-5T using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the YI M1 will render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged NEX-5T will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony NEX-5T vs YI M1 Specifications
| Sony Alpha NEX-5T | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Sony | YI |
| Model | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | YI M1 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2013-08-27 | 2016-09-19 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 99 | 81 |
| Cross focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 121 | 107 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 922k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 276g (0.61 lbs) | 350g (0.77 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (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 score | 78 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 1015 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 images | 450 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NPFW50 | - |
| Self timer | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $400 | $320 |