Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic L10

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic L10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the L10 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the FZ150 (1/2.3") and L10 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ150 was unveiled 4 years after the L10 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FZ150 grades against the L10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic L10 has specifications of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ150 compared to the L10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and L10 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ150 and L10.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ150 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FZ150 will resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent FZ150 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.