Nikon D7100 vs Panasonic L10

Here, we are matching up the Nikon D7100 and Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and L10 (10MP) and the D7100 (APS-C) and L10 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D7100 was introduced 5 years after the L10 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D7100 scores versus the L10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D7100 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D7100 has got outside dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L10 has proportions of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check the Nikon D7100 and Panasonic L10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the D7100 and the L10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D7100 and L10 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D7100 and L10.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D7100 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon D7100 will resolve greater detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent D7100 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.