Nikon Df vs Panasonic L10

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon Df and Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Df (16MP) and L10 (10MP) and the Df (Full frame) and L10 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Df was released 6 years later than the L10 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Df grades vs the L10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Df & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Df Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Df has got outside measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L10 has dimensions of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Df and Panasonic L10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Df compared to the L10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Df and L10 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Df and L10.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Df due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Df will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Df should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.