Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic L10

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic 3D1 versus Panasonic L10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the L10 (10MP) is fairly similar but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and L10 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The 3D1 was revealed 3 years later than the L10 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 3D1 grades vs the L10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 has physical measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 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).

Look at the Panasonic 3D1 versus Panasonic L10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 3D1 vs the L10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and L10 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and L10.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic 3D1 will deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher 3D1 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.