Sony W330 vs YI M1

In this article, we will be evaluating the Sony W330 versus YI M1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sony and YI. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the W330 (14MP) and M1 (20MP) and the W330 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The W330 was revealed 7 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the W330 grades against the M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 and YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony W330 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony W330 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has measurements of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony W330 versus YI M1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the W330 compared to the M1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the W330 and M1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the W330 and M1.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The W330 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the YI M1 will show extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged W330 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.