Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic L10

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic L10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FZ70 (16MP) and L10 (10MP) and the FZ70 (1/2.3") and L10 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ70 was announced 5 years after the L10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FZ70 grades versus the L10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ70 enjoys outside dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Panasonic L10 has specifications 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 FZ70 versus Panasonic L10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ70 and the L10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ70 and L10 is 63 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ70 and L10.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ70 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FZ70 will give you more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FZ70 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.