Leica Digilux 3 vs Panasonic L10

Below is a thorough comparison of the Leica Digilux 3 and Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and L10 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The Digilux 3 was brought out 15 months earlier than the L10 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Digilux 3 scores against the L10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Digilux 3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica Digilux 3 has got outer dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic L10 has measurements of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Leica Digilux 3 and Panasonic L10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Digilux 3 vs the L10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Digilux 3 and L10 is 65 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Digilux 3 and L10.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic L10 to offer you more detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Digilux 3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.