Leica SL vs Panasonic G10
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Leica SL vs Panasonic G10 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 50000
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
- Launched October 2015
- Additionally referred to as Typ 601
- Renewed by Leica SL2
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Released August 2010
Leica SL vs Panasonic G10 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Leica SL and Panasonic G10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SL (24MP) and G10 (12MP) and the SL (Full frame) and G10 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SL was released 5 years after the G10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SL scores against the G10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica SL vs Panasonic G10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica SL and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The complete galleries are provided at Leica SL Gallery and Panasonic G10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Panasonic G10
SL | G10 | |||
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Released | October 2015 | August 2010 | More modern by 64 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Leica SL
G10 | SL |
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Common features in the Leica SL and Panasonic G10
SL | G10 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Leica SL vs Panasonic G10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica SL has got physical measurements of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Panasonic G10 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).
See the Leica SL and Panasonic G10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the SL compared to the G10.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SL and G10 is 67 and 72 respectively.
Leica SL vs Panasonic G10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL and G10.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SL due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Leica SL will give you more detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent SL is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Leica SL vs Panasonic G10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica SL vs Panasonic G10 Specifications
Leica SL | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica SL | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 |
Also referred to as | Typ 601 | - |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-10-21 | 2010-08-09 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Maestro II | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 30 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 4,400 thousand dots | 202 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 847 grams (1.87 lb) | 388 grams (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 88 | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.4 | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | 1821 | 411 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 380 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-SCL4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $7,450 | $550 |