Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10
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Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Released October 2013
- Old Model is Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 556g - 135 x 96 x 78mm
- Launched December 2007

Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the D610 (24MP) and L10 (10MP) and the D610 (Full frame) and L10 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The D610 was unveiled 5 years after the L10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D610 grades versus the L10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D610 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Panasonic L10
D610 | L10 | |||
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Launched | October 2013 | ![]() | December 2007 | Newer by 71 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 207k | Crisper screen (+714k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic L10 over the Nikon D610
L10 | D610 |
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Common features in the Nikon D610 and Panasonic L10
D610 | L10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D610 enjoys external measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L10 has proportions of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the D610 vs the L10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D610 and L10 is 56 and 66 respectively.

Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D610 and L10.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D610 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon D610 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger D610 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D610 vs Panasonic L10 Specifications
Nikon D610 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon D610 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-10-08 | 2007-12-14 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 3 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 45 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 207 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 gr (1.87 pounds) | 556 gr (1.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 135 x 96 x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 94 | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | 2925 | 429 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Price at launch | $1,600 | $350 |