Sony WX30 vs YI M1
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Sony WX30 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched July 2011
(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
- Revealed September 2016
Sony WX30 vs YI M1 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Sony WX30 vs YI M1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sony and YI. The resolution of the WX30 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the WX30 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WX30 was revealed 6 years prior to the M1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WX30 scores against the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony WX30 vs YI M1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 & YI M1. The full galleries are available at Sony WX30 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the YI M1
WX30 | M1 |
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Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sony WX30
M1 | WX30 | |||
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Revealed | September 2016 | July 2011 | More modern by 62 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Sony WX30 and YI M1
WX30 | M1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony WX30 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony WX30 features physical measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the YI M1 has dimensions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
See the Sony WX30 vs YI M1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WX30 versus the M1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WX30 and M1 is 96 and 87 respectively.
Sony WX30 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WX30 and M1.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WX30 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the YI M1 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged WX30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Sony WX30 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony WX30 vs YI M1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | YI |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | YI M1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-07-25 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.3 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | XtraFine TFT LCD display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 117g (0.26 lb) | 350g (0.77 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 450 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BN1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $259 | $320 |