Sony A58 vs YI M1

Following is a extended review of the Sony A58 and YI M1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sony and YI. The sensor resolution of the A58 (20MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very similar but the A58 (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The A58 was revealed 3 years prior to the M1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A58 matches up against the M1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony SLT-A58 and YI M1. The full galleries are provided at Sony A58 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A58 enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs) and the YI M1 has proportions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A58 against the M1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A58 and M1 is 68 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A58 and M1.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The A58 has got the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh simpler. The more aged A58 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.