Sony W570 vs YI M1

Following is a extended analysis of the Sony W570 vs YI M1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sony and YI. The sensor resolution of the W570 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly close but the W570 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The W570 was revealed 6 years prior to the M1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the W570 grades vs the M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 & YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony W570 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony W570 comes with outside dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the W570 and the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W570 and M1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the W570 and M1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The W570 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the YI M1 will render greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged W570 will be behind in sensor technology.