Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10
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Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Introduced October 2008
- Newer Model is Nikon D800E
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 556g - 135 x 96 x 78mm
- Announced December 2007

Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon D700 and Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D700 (12MP) and the L10 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the D700 (Full frame) and L10 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

The D700 was introduced 10 months later than the L10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the D700 scores vs the L10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D700 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Panasonic L10
D700 | L10 | |||
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Announced | October 2008 | ![]() | December 2007 | Fresher by 10 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 207k | Clearer display (+715k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic L10 over the Nikon D700
L10 | D700 |
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Common features in the Nikon D700 and Panasonic L10
D700 | L10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D700 has external dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) while 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).
Analyze the Nikon D700 and Panasonic L10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the D700 versus the L10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D700 and L10 is 54 and 66 respectively.

Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D700 and L10.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D700 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon D700 will produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent D700 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D700 vs Panasonic L10 Specifications
Nikon D700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon D700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-10-07 | 2007-12-14 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4256 x 2832 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 309 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 207k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 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 | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1074 gr (2.37 pounds) | 556 gr (1.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") | 135 x 96 x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | 2303 | 429 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,700 | $350 |