Sony NEX-7 vs YI M1

Here, we are looking at the Sony NEX-7 vs YI M1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sony and YI. The image resolution of the NEX-7 (24MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very similar but the NEX-7 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The NEX-7 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the M1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the NEX-7 scores versus the M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-7 and YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Sony NEX-7 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-7 features outside measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-7 vs YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the NEX-7 versus the M1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-7 and M1 is 84 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-7 and M1.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NEX-7 using its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony NEX-7 will offer you more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged NEX-7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.