Sony HX400V vs YI M1

Below is a extensive analysis of the Sony HX400V vs YI M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sony and YI. The resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the HX400V (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The HX400V was released 3 years before the M1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the HX400V grades versus the M1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V & YI M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX400V Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Sony HX400V offers physical measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 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).

Examine the Sony HX400V vs YI M1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the HX400V against the M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HX400V and M1 is 62 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX400V and M1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The HX400V comes with the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field harder. The older HX400V will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.