Sony HX300 vs YI M1

Here, we are comparing the Sony HX300 versus YI M1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sony and YI. The resolution of the HX300 (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very similar but the HX300 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The HX300 was manufactured 4 years before the M1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the HX300 matches up versus the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 and YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX300 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Sony HX300 provides outer measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs) while the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Check out the Sony HX300 versus YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the HX300 versus the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX300 and M1 is 63 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX300 and M1.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The HX300 features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged HX300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.