Canon D10 vs Panasonic LX7

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon D10 versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the D10 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The D10 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the LX7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the D10 grades against the LX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are available at Canon D10 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon D10 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic LX7 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Canon D10 versus Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the D10 vs the LX7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D10 and LX7 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D10 and LX7.

All in all, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D10 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon D10 will provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged D10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.