Panasonic L10 vs Samsung GX-10

Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic L10 and Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the L10 (10MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is pretty close but the L10 (Four Thirds) and GX-10 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The L10 was launched 15 months later than the GX-10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L10 scores versus the GX-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 and Samsung GX-10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic L10 Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic L10 comes with outside measurements of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic L10 and Samsung GX-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the L10 against the GX-10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L10 and GX-10 is 66 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L10 and GX-10.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The L10 provides the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The younger L10 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.