Sony WX350 vs YI M1

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony WX350 and YI M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sony and YI. The image resolution of the WX350 (18MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the WX350 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The WX350 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the M1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WX350 grades vs the M1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 & YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony WX350 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony WX350 features exterior measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Sony WX350 and YI M1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the WX350 and the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX350 and M1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WX350 and M1.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WX350 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the YI M1 will produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older WX350 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.