Sony A77 II vs YI M1

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony A77 II versus YI M1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sony and YI. The resolution of the A77 II (24MP) and the M1 (20MP) is very well matched but the A77 II (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The A77 II was manufactured 3 years earlier than the M1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A77 II grades vs the M1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony SLT-A77 II and YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Sony A77 II Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony A77 II enjoys external measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs) and the YI M1 has dimensions of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Sony A77 II versus YI M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the A77 II against the M1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A77 II and M1 is 62 and 87 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A77 II and M1.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A77 II due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony A77 II will resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older A77 II is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.