Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic L10

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic L10, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the L10 (10MP) is very well matched but the FS15 (1/2.3") and L10 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS15 was released 14 months after the L10 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FS15 grades against the L10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 enjoys physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic L10 has specifications of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS15 versus the L10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and L10 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and L10.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FS15 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FS15 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent FS15 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.