Sony RX100 VI vs YI M1

Lets examine more in depth at the Sony RX100 VI and YI M1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sony and YI. The image resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the RX100 VI (1") and M1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The RX100 VI was introduced 21 months later than the M1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the RX100 VI scores against the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI and YI M1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 VI Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 VI has got exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Look at the Sony RX100 VI and YI M1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the RX100 VI and the M1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 VI and M1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 VI and M1.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The RX100 VI includes the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The more modern RX100 VI should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.