Panasonic L10 vs Sigma SD1

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic L10 versus Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L10 (10MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the L10 (Four Thirds) and SD1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The L10 was released 3 years prior to the SD1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the L10 matches up vs the SD1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 & Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic L10 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic L10 provides external 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) while the Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic L10 versus Sigma SD1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L10 compared to the SD1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L10 and SD1 is 66 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L10 and SD1.

As you can see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L10 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma SD1 will give more detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged L10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.