Sony RX100 III vs YI M1

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony RX100 III vs YI M1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sony and YI. The image resolution of the RX100 III (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively close but the RX100 III (1") and M1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 III was announced 3 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the RX100 III grades vs the M1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III & YI M1. The whole galleries are available at Sony RX100 III Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 III comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has dimensions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the RX100 III against the M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 III and M1 is 89 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 III and M1.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The RX100 III contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF harder. The more aged RX100 III will be behind in sensor technology.