Panasonic L10 vs Samsung GX-20

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic L10 vs Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the L10 (10MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the L10 (Four Thirds) and GX-20 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The L10 was announced within a month of the GX-20 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the L10 grades versus the GX-20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 & Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic L10 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic L10 enjoys external 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) and the Samsung GX-20 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L10 against the GX-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L10 and GX-20 is 66 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L10 and GX-20.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The L10 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung GX-20 will offer extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.