Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic L1

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic L1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and L1 (7MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G10 was brought out 3 years after the L1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the G10 scores versus the L1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic L1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the G10 and the L1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and L1 is 72 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G10 and L1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic G10 to resolve more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern G10 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.