Sony T99 vs YI M1
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Sony T99 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced September 2016
Sony T99 vs YI M1 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony T99 versus YI M1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sony and YI. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the T99 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the T99 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe T99 was unveiled 7 years before the M1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the T99 matches up vs the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony T99 vs YI M1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 & YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Sony T99 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the YI M1
T99 | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sony T99
M1 | T99 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | July 2010 | Newer by 75 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Sony T99 and YI M1
T99 | M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony T99 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Sony T99 has exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Look at the Sony T99 versus YI M1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the T99 against the M1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T99 and M1 is 96 and 87 respectively.
Sony T99 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the T99 and M1.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The T99 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the YI M1 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged T99 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sony T99 vs YI M1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | YI |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | YI M1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-07-08 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 450 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $179 | $320 |