Sony RX100 VII vs YI M1

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Sony RX100 VII versus YI M1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sony and YI. The sensor resolution of the RX100 VII (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty close but the RX100 VII (1") and M1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The RX100 VII was manufactured 2 years later than the M1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the RX100 VII matches up against the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII & YI M1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 VII Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 VII offers outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony RX100 VII versus YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 VII compared to the M1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the RX100 VII and M1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 VII and M1.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The RX100 VII provides the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The newer RX100 VII is going to have an edge in sensor tech.