Panasonic L10 vs Panasonic ZS1

The following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic L10 versus Panasonic ZS1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the L10 (10MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is very comparable but the L10 (Four Thirds) and ZS1 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The L10 was unveiled 17 months prior to the ZS1 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L10 grades vs the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic L10 enjoys outer dimensions of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the L10 against the ZS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L10 and ZS1 is 66 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L10 and ZS1.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The L10 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged L10 will be behind in sensor innovation.