Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic L10

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic L10, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and L10 (10MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and L10 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The S1R was released 11 years after the L10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S1R matches up vs the L10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R features external measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Panasonic L10 has measurements of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic L10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S1R against the L10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and L10 is 54 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and L10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1R due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S1R will show extra detail as a result of its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S1R provides a benefit in sensor tech.