Sony A37 vs YI M1
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Sony A37 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.6" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Released May 2012
- Old Model is Sony A35
(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
- Released September 2016
Sony A37 vs YI M1 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Sony A37 versus YI M1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sony and YI. The image resolution of the A37 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the A37 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A37 was released 5 years prior to the M1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the A37 grades against the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A37 vs YI M1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony SLT-A37 and YI M1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A37 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the YI M1
A37 | M1 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sony A37
M1 | A37 | |||
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Released | September 2016 | May 2012 | More recent by 52 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.6" | Bigger screen (+0.4") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A37 and YI M1
A37 | M1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Sony A37 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony A37 has external dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs) while the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Check the Sony A37 versus YI M1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A37 and the M1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A37 and M1 is 67 and 87 respectively.
Sony A37 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A37 and M1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A37 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the YI M1 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older A37 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Sony A37 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A37 vs YI M1 Specifications
Sony SLT-A37 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | YI |
Model | Sony SLT-A37 | YI M1 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-05-16 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 81 |
Cross focus points | 3 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 143 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.6 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 506 gr (1.12 pounds) | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 799 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | 450 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $522 | $320 |