Olympus E-5 vs Panasonic L10

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus E-5 versus Panasonic L10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the L10 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-5 was launched 3 years later than the L10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-5 grades against the L10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-5 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-5 features outer dimensions of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the E-5 and the L10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-5 and L10 is 58 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-5 and L10.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus E-5 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger E-5 provides an advantage in sensor tech.