Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Competitors

As well as being compared against other entry-level DSLRs, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 is also often compared to mirrorless, pro DSLRs, super zooms and pro digicams. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10's top rivals come from Nikon (such as the D5100 and the D3100) and Panasonic (such as the Lumix DMC-L1 and the Lumix DMC-G2)

Generally, some of the advantages of the Panasonic DMC-L10 compared to other entry-level DSLR competitors include: it has better image stabilization (lens vs none), has a built-in focus motor and much longer exposures (60 seconds vs 30 seconds).

However, on average it is much more noisy at high ISO (429 ISO vs 1,167 ISO), has much lower image quality (55.0 vs 80.0), doesn't record movies (none vs 1080p @ 20fps), has much less color depth (21.3 bits vs 22.5 bits) and has significantly narrower dynamic range (10.8 EV vs 13 EV).

Nikon D5100 3 years newer $500 - $597 (body only) $600 - $697 18-55mm lens	Significant advantages of the D5100 (vs the DMC-L10) Much lower noise at high ISO: 1,183 ISO vs 429 ISO Much better image quality: 80.0 vs 55.0 Better color depth: 23.5 bits vs 21.3 bits Significant disadvantages of the D5100 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Doesn't have a built-in focus motor Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds common strengths of the D5100 and DMC-L10 None found
	Compare the Nikon D5100 vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 1 year older	Significant advantages of the DMC-L1 (vs the DMC-L10) None found Significant disadvantages of the DMC-L1 (vs the DMC-L10) None found common strengths of the DMC-L1 and DMC-L10 Good image stabilization: Lens vs Lens Very long exposure times: 60 seconds vs 60 seconds
	Compare the DMC-L1 vs the DMC-L10
Nikon D3100 3 years newer $500 - $547 18-55mm lens	Significant advantages of the D3100 (vs the DMC-L10) Much lower noise at high ISO: 919 ISO vs 429 ISO Better color depth: 22.5 bits vs 21.3 bits Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Significant disadvantages of the D3100 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Doesn't have a built-in focus motor Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds common strengths of the D3100 and DMC-L10 None found
	Compare the Nikon D3100 vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Canon Rebel T3i 3 years newer $619 - $700 (body only) $745 - $1,000 18-55mm lens	Significant advantages of the T3i (vs the DMC-L10) Significantly lower noise at high ISO: 793 ISO vs 429 ISO Better color depth: 22.1 bits vs 21.3 bits Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Significant disadvantages of the T3i (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds common strengths of the T3i and DMC-L10 None found
	Compare the Canon Rebel T3i vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Canon Rebel T1i 1 year newer $465 - $629 (body only) $549 - $575 18-55mm lens	Significant advantages of the T1i (vs the DMC-L10) Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Shoots movies: 1080p @ 20fps vs None Lower noise at high ISO: 663 ISO vs 429 ISO Significant disadvantages of the T1i (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds common strengths of the T1i and DMC-L10 None found
	Compare the Canon EOS Rebel T1i vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Nikon D7000 3 years newer $1,000 - $1,197 (body only) $1,100 55-200mm lens	Significant advantages of the D7000 (vs the DMC-L10) Much lower noise at high ISO: 1,167 ISO vs 429 ISO Much better image quality: 80.0 vs 55.0 Better color depth: 23.5 bits vs 21.3 bits Significant disadvantages of the D7000 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds Much heavier: 780 g vs 556 g common strengths of the D7000 and DMC-L10 None found
	Compare the Nikon D7000 vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10

Generally, some of the advantages of the Panasonic DMC-L10 compared to mirrorless interchangeable-lens competitors include: it has higher quality type of viewfinder (pentamirror vs none) and has image stabilization (lens vs none).

However, on average it doesn't record movies (none vs 1080p @ 30fps), has a much smaller screen (2.5" vs 3.0"), has a slightly lower resolution screen (207k dots vs 460k dots), takes slightly lower resolution photos (10 MP vs 15.8 MP) and slightly lower maximum light sensitivity (1,600 ISO vs 12,800 ISO).

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 2 years newer $615 - $642 14-42mm lens	Significant advantages of the DMC-G2 (vs the DMC-L10) Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Shoots movies: 720p @ 30fps vs None Has a touch screen Significant disadvantages of the DMC-G2 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror common strengths of the DMC-G2 and DMC-L10 Viewfinders: Digital vs Pentamirror Long exposures: 60 seconds vs 60 seconds Each has a built-in flash
	Compare the DMC-G2 vs the DMC-L10
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 3 years newer $849 - $997 14-42mm lens	Significant advantages of the DMC-GH2 (vs the DMC-L10) Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Shoots movies: 1080p @ 60fps vs None Video autofocus: Contrast detection vs None Significant disadvantages of the DMC-GH2 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror common strengths of the DMC-GH2 and DMC-L10 Viewfinders: Digital vs Pentamirror Long exposures: 60 seconds vs 60 seconds Each has a built-in flash
	Compare the DMC-GH2 vs the DMC-L10
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 1 year newer $490 14-45mm lens	Significant advantages of the DMC-G1 (vs the DMC-L10) Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Much smaller: Standard size 124x84x45 mm vs Professional size 135x96x78 mm Much thinner: 1.8" vs 3.1" Significant disadvantages of the DMC-G1 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror common strengths of the DMC-G1 and DMC-L10 Viewfinders: Digital vs Pentamirror Long exposures: 60 seconds vs 60 seconds Each has a built-in flash
	Compare the DMC-G1 vs the DMC-L10
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 4 years newer $643 - $1,125 (body only) $739 - $964 14-42mm lens	Significant advantages of the DMC-GX1 (vs the DMC-L10) Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Shoots movies: 1080p @ 60fps vs None Video autofocus: Contrast detection vs None Significant disadvantages of the DMC-GX1 (vs the DMC-L10) No viewfinder: None vs Pentamirror No image stabilization: None vs Lens common strengths of the DMC-GX1 and DMC-L10 Long exposures: 60 seconds vs 60 seconds Each has a built-in flash
	Compare the DMC-GX1 vs the DMC-L10
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 2 years newer $330 14-42mm lens	Significant advantages of the DMC-G10 (vs the DMC-L10) Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Shoots movies: 720p @ 30fps vs None Video autofocus: Contrast detection vs None Significant disadvantages of the DMC-G10 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror common strengths of the DMC-G10 and DMC-L10 Viewfinders: Digital vs Pentamirror Long exposures: 60 seconds vs 60 seconds Each has a built-in flash
	Compare the DMC-G10 vs the DMC-L10
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 3 years newer $500 (body only) $700 14-42mm lens	Significant advantages of the DMC-G3 (vs the DMC-L10) Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Shoots movies: 1080p @ 30fps vs None Video autofocus: Contrast detection vs None Significant disadvantages of the DMC-G3 (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror common strengths of the DMC-G3 and DMC-L10 Viewfinders: Digital vs Pentamirror Long exposures: 60 seconds vs 60 seconds Each has a built-in flash
	Compare the DMC-G3 vs the DMC-L10

Generally, some of the advantages of the Panasonic DMC-L10 compared to pro DSLR competitors include: it has better image stabilization (lens vs none), lets you preview your photos on the screen, is slightly smaller (professional size 135x96x78 mm vs professional size 152x113x75 mm), is slightly lighter (556 g vs 860 g) and much longer exposures (60 seconds vs 30 seconds).

However, on average it is slightly more noisy at high ISO (429 ISO vs 1,368 ISO), has significantly lower image quality (55.0 vs 78.0), doesn't record movies (none vs 1080p @ 30fps), has much less color depth (21.3 bits vs 22.9 bits) and has significantly narrower dynamic range (10.8 EV vs 13.2 EV).

Canon EOS 7D 2 years newer $1,549 - $1,821 (body only) $1,500 - $1,849 18-135mm lens	Significant advantages of the 7D (vs the DMC-L10) Better color depth: 22 bits vs 21.3 bits Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Much higher resolution screen: 920k dots vs 207k dots Significant disadvantages of the 7D (vs the DMC-L10) No image stabilization: None vs Lens Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds Heavier: 860 g vs 556 g common strengths of the 7D and DMC-L10 Fairly small: Professional size 148x111x74 mm vs Professional size 135x96x78 mm Supports RAW Light weight: 860 g vs 556 g
	Compare the Canon EOS 7D vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Sony SLT A77 4 years newer $1,398 (body only) $1,998 16-50mm lens	Significant advantages of the SLT A77 (vs the DMC-L10) Better color depth: 24 bits vs 21.3 bits Much better image quality: 78.0 vs 55.0 More dynamic range: 13.2 EV vs 10.8 EV Significant disadvantages of the SLT A77 (vs the DMC-L10) Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds common strengths of the SLT A77 and DMC-L10 Very good image stabilization: Sensor shift vs Lens Fairly small: Professional size 143x104x81 mm vs Professional size 135x96x78 mm Supports RAW
	Compare the Sony SLT-A77 vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Canon EOS 5D 2 years older $3,991 - $4,273 24-105mm lens	Significant advantages of the 5D (vs the DMC-L10) Better color depth: 22.9 bits vs 21.3 bits Significantly better image quality: 71.0 vs 55.0 Significantly lower noise at high ISO: 1,368 ISO vs 429 ISO Significant disadvantages of the 5D (vs the DMC-L10) No live view No image stabilization: None vs Lens Much shorter max exposures: 30 seconds vs 60 seconds common strengths of the 5D and DMC-L10 Fairly small: Professional size 152x113x75 mm vs Professional size 135x96x78 mm Supports RAW Light weight: 895 g vs 556 g
	Compare the Canon EOS 5D vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10

Generally, some of the advantages of the Panasonic DMC-L10 compared to super zoom competitors include: it has significantly better image quality (55.0 vs 40.0), has much more color depth (21.3 bits vs 19.4 bits), is much less noisy at high ISO (429 ISO vs 132 ISO), has a much larger sensor (four thirds 18.0x13.5mm vs 1/2.3" 6.2x4.6mm) and is thinner (3.1" vs 3.7").

However, on average it doesn't record movies (none vs 1080p @ 60fps), has a much smaller screen (2.5" vs 3.0"), has a slightly lower resolution screen (207k dots vs 460k dots), doesn't shoot as fast continuously (3 fps vs 12 fps) and doesn't have a screen which flips out.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 4 years newer $499	Significant advantages of the DMC-FZ150 (vs the DMC-L10) Shoots movies: 1080p @ 60fps vs None Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Has a flip-out screen Significant disadvantages of the DMC-FZ150 (vs the DMC-L10) Much smaller sensor: 1/2.3" 6.2x4.6mm vs Four thirds 18.0x13.5mm Built-in lens only Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror common strengths of the DMC-FZ150 and DMC-L10 Better sensor types: CMOS vs NMOS RAW support Support external flash
	Compare the DMC-FZ150 vs the DMC-L10
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 2 years newer $611	Significant advantages of the DMC-FZ100 (vs the DMC-L10) Shoots movies: 1080p @ 30fps vs None Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Has a flip-out screen Significant disadvantages of the DMC-FZ100 (vs the DMC-L10) Much smaller sensor: 1/2.3" 6.1x4.6mm vs Four thirds 18.0x13.5mm Built-in lens only Has a digital viewfinder: Digital vs Pentamirror common strengths of the DMC-FZ100 and DMC-L10 Better sensor types: CMOS vs NMOS RAW support Support external flash
	Compare the DMC-FZ100 vs the DMC-L10

Generally, some of the advantages of the Panasonic DMC-L10 compared to pro digicam competitors include: it has a much larger sensor (four thirds 18.0x13.5mm vs 1/1.8" 7.5x5.5mm), is much less noisy at high ISO (429 ISO vs 153 ISO), has slightly better image quality (55.0 vs 50.0), has significantly more color depth (21.3 bits vs 20.7 bits) and has better image stabilization (lens vs none).

However, on average it doesn't record movies (none vs 1080p @ 24fps), has a significantly smaller screen (2.5" vs 3.0"), is slightly larger (professional size 135x96x78 mm vs compact 99x60x28 mm), has significantly narrower dynamic range (10.8 EV vs 11.6 EV) and slightly lower maximum light sensitivity (1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO).

Leica Digilux 2 3 years older	Significant advantages of the Digilux 2 (vs the DMC-L10) None found Significant disadvantages of the Digilux 2 (vs the DMC-L10) Much smaller sensor: 1/1.7" 8.8x6.6mm vs Four thirds 18.0x13.5mm Much lower true resolution: 4.9 MP vs 10 MP No image stabilization: None vs Lens common strengths of the Digilux 2 and DMC-L10 Very large sensors: 1/1.7" 8.8x6.6mm vs Four thirds 18.0x13.5mm Supports RAW Viewfinders: Digital vs Pentamirror
	Compare the Leica Digilux 2 vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10
Canon Powershot S100 4 years newer $370 - $430	Significant advantages of the S100 (vs the DMC-L10) Shoots movies: 1080p @ 24fps vs None Much smaller: Compact 99x60x28 mm vs Professional size 135x96x78 mm Much larger screen: 3.0" vs 2.5" Significant disadvantages of the S100 (vs the DMC-L10) Much smaller sensor: 1/1.8" 7.5x5.5mm vs Four thirds 18.0x13.5mm Much more noise at high ISO: 153 ISO vs 429 ISO Worse color depth: 20.7 bits vs 21.3 bits common strengths of the S100 and DMC-L10 Supports RAW Good image quality: 50.0 vs 55.0 Good color depth: 20.7 bits vs 21.3 bits
	Compare the Canon Powershot S100 vs the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10