Panasonic L10 vs Samsung GX-1S

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic L10 and Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the L10 (10MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the L10 (Four Thirds) and GX-1S (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The L10 was launched 24 months after the GX-1S which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L10 scores against the GX-1S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 and Samsung GX-1S. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic L10 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic L10 has got outside measurements of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

See the Panasonic L10 and Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the L10 against the GX-1S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L10 and GX-1S is 66 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L10 and GX-1S.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L10 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic L10 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher L10 should have a benefit in sensor tech.