Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic L10

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic G2 and Panasonic L10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the L10 (10MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G2 was manufactured 2 years after the L10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G2 scores against the L10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G2 features outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic L10 has measurements of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G2 and Panasonic L10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the G2 against the L10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G2 and L10 is 72 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and L10.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic G2 to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent G2 should have a benefit in sensor tech.