Sony WX10 vs YI M1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sony WX10 vs YI M1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sony and YI. The image resolution of the WX10 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the WX10 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The WX10 was brought out 6 years prior to the M1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WX10 grades against the M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 and YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Sony WX10 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony WX10 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Sony WX10 vs YI M1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WX10 against the M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WX10 and M1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WX10 and M1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WX10 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the YI M1 will provide more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older WX10 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.