Nikon D800 vs Panasonic L10

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon D800 and Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the D800 (36MP) and L10 (10MP) and the D800 (Full frame) and L10 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The D800 was launched 4 years later than the L10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the D800 grades against the L10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D800 Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D800 comes with outside measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Panasonic L10 has sizing of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the D800 versus the L10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D800 and L10 is 54 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D800 and L10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D800 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon D800 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher D800 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.