Sony A57 vs YI M1
64 Imaging
57 Features
85 Overall
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![Sony SLT-A57 front Sony SLT-A57 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A57/Sony-A57-front.jpg)
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87 Imaging
60 Features
66 Overall
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Sony A57 vs YI M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched September 2016
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Sony A57 vs YI M1 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Sony A57 and YI M1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sony and YI. The resolution of the A57 (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the A57 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.
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The A57 was revealed 5 years before the M1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the A57 scores vs the M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sony A57 vs YI M1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony SLT-A57 and YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A57 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A57 over the YI M1
A57 | M1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sony A57
M1 | A57 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | September 2012 | Fresher by 48 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony A57 and YI M1
A57 | M1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Sony A57 vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A57 provides physical dimensions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs) while the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Compare the Sony A57 and YI M1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A57 compared to the M1.
![Sony A57 vs YI M1 size comparison Sony A57 vs YI M1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A57-vs-YI-M1-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A57 and M1 is 64 and 87 respectively.
![Sony A57 vs YI M1 top view buttons comparison Sony A57 vs YI M1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A57-vs-YI-M1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A57 vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A57 and M1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A57 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the YI M1 will provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older A57 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Sony A57 vs YI M1 sensor size comparison Sony A57 vs YI M1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-SLT-A57-vs-YI-M1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A57 vs YI M1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A57 vs YI M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A57 vs YI M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A57-vs-YI-M1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony A57 vs YI M1 Specifications
Sony SLT-A57 | YI M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | YI |
Model | Sony SLT-A57 | YI M1 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-09-13 | 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 | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
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 | 16000 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 81 |
Cross focus points | 3 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 143 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 618 grams (1.36 pounds) | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 98 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") | 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 | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 785 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 550 shots | 450 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FM500H | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,000 | $320 |