Sony WX30 vs YI M1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.