Nikon D100 vs Panasonic L10

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon D100 versus Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the D100 (6MP) and L10 (10MP) and the D100 (APS-C) and L10 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The D100 was brought out 6 years before the L10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D100 scores against the L10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D100 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D100 enjoys outer dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) while the Panasonic L10 has specifications of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check the Nikon D100 versus Panasonic L10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the D100 vs the L10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D100 and L10 is 58 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D100 and L10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D100 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic L10 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older D100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.