Nikon D50 vs Panasonic L10

Lets look closer at the Nikon D50 vs Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the D50 (6MP) and L10 (10MP) and the D50 (APS-C) and L10 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The D50 was introduced 3 years earlier than the L10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D50 grades against the L10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D50 Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D50 provides external dimensions of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Panasonic L10 has measurements of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D50 vs Panasonic L10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the D50 against the L10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D50 and L10 is 64 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D50 and L10.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D50 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic L10 will give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older D50 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.