Sony HX90V vs YI M1

Here, we are matching up the Sony HX90V versus YI M1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sony and YI. The image resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly similar but the HX90V (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX90V was introduced 17 months prior to the M1 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the HX90V matches up versus the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V & YI M1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX90V Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony HX90V has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

See the Sony HX90V versus YI M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the HX90V versus the M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HX90V and M1 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX90V and M1.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HX90V using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the YI M1 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX90V is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.