Sony WX500 vs YI M1

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony WX500 versus YI M1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sony and YI. The image resolution of the WX500 (18MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively similar but the WX500 (1/2.3") and M1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizes.

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The WX500 was released 17 months prior to the M1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WX500 grades against the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 & YI M1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony WX500 Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Sony WX500 has got external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has proportions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WX500 and the M1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX500 and M1 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WX500 and M1.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WX500 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the YI M1 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older WX500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.