Panasonic L10 Comparison Review
The Panasonic Lumix DMC- L10 is a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera that was revealed to the public in August 2007 and is equipped with a Four Thirds sensor. It offers a resolution of 10 megapixel.

The Panasonic L10 has a Camera Elo of 1380. This rating puts the L10 below average of all digital single lens reflex cameras. In terms of its sensor size category (Four Thirds cameras), the L10 also falls below average. – Well, the Panasonic L10 is more than 11 years old, and there have been many other good digital cameras released since 2007.
Panasonic L10 |
Digital single lens reflex |
Four Thirds lenses |
10 MP, Four Thirds Sensor |
no Video |
ISO 100-1600 |
Optical viewfinder |
2.5" LCD, 207k dots |
Swivel screen (not touch-sensitive) |
3 shutter flaps per second |
450 shots per battery charge |
135 x 96 x 78 mm, 556 g |

Read on to find out more about the camera's size, sensor, features, reception by expert reviewers, and how it compares to other digital cameras.
Body comparison with a credit card
An illustration of the physical dimensions of the Panasonic L10 vis-à-vis a credit card is provided in the side-by-side display below. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.



The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the Panasonic L10 alongside a set of comparators. If you want to review a camera pair side-by-side, just select a right-side comparator from among the camera models in the table. Alternatively, you can also move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible comparisons there.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life (CIPA) |
Weather Sealing (yes/no) |
Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Panasonic L10 | 5.3 in | 3.8 in | 3.1 in | 19.6 oz | 450 | n | Aug 2007 | 599 | - | Panasonic L10 | ||
Nikon D60« » | 5.0 in | 3.7 in | 2.5 in | 18.4 oz | 500 | n | Jan 2008 | 629 | - | Nikon D60 | ||
Nikon D40X« » | 4.9 in | 3.7 in | 2.5 in | 18.4 oz | 520 | n | Mar 2007 | 729 | - | Nikon D40X | ||
Olympus E-420« » | 5.1 in | 3.6 in | 2.1 in | 15.5 oz | 500 | n | Mar 2008 | 599 | - | Olympus E-420 | ||
Olympus E-520« » | 5.4 in | 3.6 in | 2.7 in | 18.9 oz | 750 | n | May 2008 | 699 | - | Olympus E-520 | ||
Olympus E-410« » | 5.1 in | 3.6 in | 2.1 in | 15.3 oz | 500 | n | Mar 2007 | 699 | - | Olympus E-410 | ||
Panasonic GF5« » | 4.3 in | 2.6 in | 1.5 in | 9.4 oz | 360 | n | Apr 2012 | 499 | - | Panasonic GF5 | ||
Panasonic GF3« » | 4.3 in | 2.6 in | 1.3 in | 9.3 oz | 300 | n | Jun 2011 | 549 | - | Panasonic GF3 | ||
Panasonic G10« » | 4.9 in | 3.3 in | 2.9 in | 13.7 oz | 380 | n | Mar 2010 | 499 | - | Panasonic G10 | ||
Panasonic G1« » | 4.9 in | 3.3 in | 1.8 in | 12.7 oz | 410 | n | Sep 2008 | 599 | - | Panasonic G1 | ||
Panasonic L1« » | 5.7 in | 3.4 in | 2.5 in | 21.4 oz | 750 | n | Feb 2006 | 999 | - | Panasonic L1 | ||
The listed prices provide an indication of the market segment that the manufacturer of the cameras have been targeting. The Panasonic L10 was launched in the US market at a price of $599. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.
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Sensor comparison with a 35mm slide
The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.
The Panasonic L10 features a Four Thirds sensor and has a format factor (sometimes also referred to as "crop factor") of 2.0. Within the spectrum of camera sensors, this places the Panasonic L10 among the medium-sized sensor cameras that aim to strike a balance between image quality and portability.

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports |
DXO Overall |
Camera Model |
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Panasonic L10 | Four Thirds | 10.0 | 3648 | 2736 | - | 21.3 | 10.8 | 429 | 55 | Panasonic L10 | |
Nikon D60« » | APS-C | 10.0 | 3872 | 2592 | - | 22.5 | 11.4 | 562 | 65 | Nikon D60 | |
Nikon D40X« » | APS-C | 10.0 | 3872 | 2592 | - | 22.4 | 11.4 | 516 | 63 | Nikon D40X | |
Olympus E-420« » | Four Thirds | 10.0 | 3648 | 2736 | - | 21.5 | 10.4 | 527 | 56 | Olympus E-420 | |
Olympus E-520« » | Four Thirds | 10.0 | 3648 | 2736 | - | 21.4 | 10.4 | 548 | 55 | Olympus E-520 | |
Olympus E-410« » | Four Thirds | 10.0 | 3648 | 2736 | - | 21.1 | 10.0 | 494 | 51 | Olympus E-410 | |
Panasonic GF5« » | Four Thirds | 12.0 | 4000 | 3000 | 1080/60i | 21.4 | 11.6 | 618 | 61 | Panasonic GF5 | |
Panasonic GF3« » | Four Thirds | 12.0 | 4000 | 3000 | 1080/60i | 20.6 | 10.0 | 458 | 49 | Panasonic GF3 | |
Panasonic G10« » | Four Thirds | 12.0 | 4000 | 3000 | 720/30p | 21.2 | 10.1 | 411 | 52 | Panasonic G10 | |
Panasonic G1« » | Four Thirds | 12.0 | 4000 | 3000 | - | 21.1 | 10.3 | 463 | 53 | Panasonic G1 | |
Panasonic L1« » | Four Thirds | 7.4 | 3136 | 2352 | - | - | - | - | - | Panasonic L1 |
It should be noted that unlike many modern cameras, the L10 does not provide the possibility to capture videos.
Feature comparison
Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The adjacent tables list some of the other core features of the Panasonic L10 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or '000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Size (inch) |
LCD Resolution ('000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Shutter speed (1/sec) |
Shutter flaps (1/sec) |
Built-in Flash (yes/no) |
Built-in Image Stab |
Camera Model |
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Panasonic L10 | optical | n | 2.5 | 207 | swivel | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Panasonic L10 | |
Nikon D60« » | optical | n | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Nikon D60 | |
Nikon D40X« » | optical | n | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Nikon D40X | |
Olympus E-420« » | optical | n | 2.7 | 215 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.5 | Y | n | Olympus E-420 | |
Olympus E-520« » | optical | n | 2.7 | 215 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.5 | Y | Y | Olympus E-520 | |
Olympus E-410« » | optical | n | 2.5 | 215 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Olympus E-410 | |
Panasonic GF5« » | - | n | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | Y | 4000 | 4.0 | Y | n | Panasonic GF5 | |
Panasonic GF3« » | - | n | 3.0 | 460 | fixed | Y | 4000 | 3.2 | Y | n | Panasonic GF3 | |
Panasonic G10« » | 202 | n | 3.0 | 460 | fixed | n | 4000 | 2.6 | Y | n | Panasonic G10 | |
Panasonic G1« » | 1440 | n | 3.0 | 460 | swivel | n | 4001 | 3.0 | Y | n | Panasonic G1 | |
Panasonic L1« » | optical | n | 2.5 | 207 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Panasonic L1 |
One convenient feature of the L10 is the presence of an on-board flash. While this built-in flash is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light to brighten deep shadow areas.
Connection comparison
For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Panasonic Lumix DMC- L10 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.
Camera Model |
Hotshoe Port |
Internal Microphone |
Internal Speaker |
Microphone Port |
Headphone Port |
HDMI Port |
USB Type |
WiFi Support |
NFC Support |
Bluetooth Support |
Camera Model |
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Panasonic L10 | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Panasonic L10 | |
Nikon D60« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Nikon D60 | |
Nikon D40X« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Nikon D40X | |
Olympus E-420« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Olympus E-420 | |
Olympus E-520« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Olympus E-520 | |
Olympus E-410« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Olympus E-410 | |
Panasonic GF5« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Panasonic GF5 | |
Panasonic GF3« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Panasonic GF3 | |
Panasonic G10« » | Y | mono | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Panasonic G10 | |
Panasonic G1« » | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Panasonic G1 | |
Panasonic L1« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Panasonic L1 |
Expert reviews
While the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the L10 handle or perform in practice. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate. This is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The following table reports the overall rankings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (cameralabs, dpreview, ephotozine, imaging-resource, photographyblog). The full reviews are available by clicking on the site logo in the table header.
Camera Model |
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Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Panasonic L10 | 85/100 | Rec | 3.5/5 | rev | 4/5 | Aug 2007 | 599 | - | Panasonic L10 | ||
Nikon D60« » | 80/100 | HiRec | 4/5 | rev | 4.5/5 | Jan 2008 | 629 | - | Nikon D60 | ||
Nikon D40X« » | 79/100 | HiRec | 4/5 | rev | 4/5 | Mar 2007 | 729 | - | Nikon D40X | ||
Olympus E-420« » | 85/100 | HiRec | 4/5 | rev | 4.5/5 | Mar 2008 | 599 | - | Olympus E-420 | ||
Olympus E-520« » | 87/100 | HiRec | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | May 2008 | 699 | - | Olympus E-520 | ||
Olympus E-410« » | 86/100 | HiRec | 4/5 | rev | 4.5/5 | Mar 2007 | 699 | - | Olympus E-410 | ||
Panasonic GF5« » | - | - | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Apr 2012 | 499 | - | Panasonic GF5 | ||
Panasonic GF3« » | 82/100 | 71/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Jun 2011 | 549 | - | Panasonic GF3 | ||
Panasonic G10« » | - | 70/100 | 4/5 | - | 4/5 | Mar 2010 | 499 | - | Panasonic G10 | ||
Panasonic G1« » | HiRec | 70/100 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Sep 2008 | 599 | - | Panasonic G1 | ||
Panasonic L1« » | 85/100 | Rec | - | rev | 3.5/5 | Feb 2006 | 999 | - | Panasonic L1 |
The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts.
Panasonic L10 FAQ
Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the L10.
What technology is the imaging sensor in the L10 based on?
The camera features a CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.
Which image processing chip is used to convert the raw signal into an image file and perform noise reduction and image sharpening?
Panasonic equipped the L10 with the Venus image processor.
What is the ISO sensitivity range of the L10?
The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 1600.
Does the camera have a selfie-friendly screen?
Yes, the LCD-screen of the L10 is flexible and can be turned to be front-facing for capturing selfies.
Does the Panasonic L10 feature an autofocus assist light?
Yes, the camera has a lamp built-in that can illuminate the subject and improve autofocus in low-light settings.
What is the fastest shutter speed that can be used with flash?
The L10's flash sync speed is 1/160 sec.
Which battery does the L10 use?
The camera gets its power from the DMW-BLA13, which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.
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Camera Model | Panasonic L10 | |
Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | |
Camera Lens | Four Thirds lenses | |
Launch Date | August 2007 | |
Launch Price | USD 599 | |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | |
Sensor Format | Four Thirds Sensor | |
Sensor Size | 17.3 x 13.0 mm | |
Sensor Area | 224.9 mm2 | |
Sensor Diagonal | 21.6 mm | |
Crop Factor | 2.0x | |
Sensor Resolution | 10 Megapixels | |
Image Resolution | 3648 x 2736 pixels | |
Pixel Pitch | 4.74 μm | |
Pixel Density | 4.44 MP/cm2 | |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | |
Movie Capability | no Video | |
ISO Setting | 100-1600 ISO | |
Image Processor | Venus | |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 55 | |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 21.3 | |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 10.8 | |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 429 | |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | |
Viewfinder Field of View | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.46x | |
LCD Framing | Live View | |
Rear LCD Size | 2.5 inch | |
LCD Resolution | 207k dots | |
LCD Attachment | Swivel screen | |
Shooting Specs | ||
Autofocus System | Phase-detect AF | |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000s | |
Continuous Shooting | 3 shutter flaps/s | |
Fill Flash | Build-in Flash | |
Storage Medium | SDHC cards | |
Second Storage Option | Single card slot | |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | |
HDMI Port | no HDMI | |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | |
Body Specs | ||
Battery Type | DMW-BLA13 power pack | |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 450 shots per charge | |
Body Dimensions |
135 x 96 x 78 mm (5.3 x 3.8 x 3.1 in) |
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Camera Weight | 556 g (19.6 oz) |
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