Sony RX10 IV vs YI M1

Here, we will be matching up the Sony RX10 IV vs YI M1, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sony and YI. The sensor resolution of the RX10 IV (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively similar but the RX10 IV (1") and M1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The RX10 IV was brought out 12 months later than the M1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the RX10 IV scores against the M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV & YI M1. The entire galleries are provided at Sony RX10 IV Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Sony RX10 IV has got exterior dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs) while the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the RX10 IV versus the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the RX10 IV and M1 is 52 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX10 IV and M1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The RX10 IV offers the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF harder. The fresher RX10 IV will have an advantage in sensor innovation.