Nikon D810A vs Panasonic L10

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon D810A and Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and L10 (10MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and L10 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.

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The D810A was unveiled 7 years later than the L10 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the D810A matches up against the L10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D810A and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D810A Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D810A enjoys physical measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) and the Panasonic L10 has measurements 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 D810A and Panasonic L10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D810A and the L10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D810A and L10 is 55 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D810A and L10.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D810A using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon D810A will render extra detail having an extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher D810A should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.