OM System
PEN
First OM SYSTEM-branded PEN: compact rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds body with 20.4MP Live MOS, 5-axis IBIS, built-in EVF, IPX1 sealing, and in-camera computational modes.
$1,000
Launch priceReleased Sep 2026
Panasonic
LUMIX L10
Large-sensor compact with multi-aspect 20MP Four Thirds CMOS, built-in 24–75mm f/1.7–2.8 Leica zoom, 2.36M-dot EVF, fully articulating touchscreen, and 11fps burst.
$1,500
Launch priceReleased Aug 2018
PEN is 8.1 years newer.
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Wins
PEN
Wins
LUMIX L10
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- APEN has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLUMIX L10 has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 121)
- APEN has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- BLUMIX L10 has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 5 fps)
- BLUMIX L10 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PEN
126 × 75 × 43 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
LUMIX L10
127 × 74 × 67 mm
508 g (1.12 lb / 17.92 oz)
PEN is 1mm narrower and 24mm thinner than LUMIX L10 but it is also 1mm taller.
PEN is 115 g lighter than LUMIX L10.
Depth (front-to-back): 43mm PEN · 67mm LUMIX L10
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PEN
126 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
LUMIX L10
127 × 74 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PEN
126 × 43 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
LUMIX L10
127 × 67 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PEN
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
LUMIX L10
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PEN
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
LUMIX L10: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
PEN
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Dog, Cat
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 125.8, 74.5, 43.3
Codecs
Adds MOV, MPEG-4 AVC
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only PEN supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only PEN supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only PEN supports it
Reasons to choose
LUMIX L10
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 127, 74, 67
AF points / zones
779 vs 121 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, MPEG-4
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only LUMIX L10 supports it
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Battery life (CIPA)
420 shots vs 410 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 2,360,000
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PEN
Pros
- ✓393g rangefinder body with built-in 2.36M-dot EVF
- ✓First PEN with IPX1 dust/splash sealing
- ✓5-axis IBIS up to 5.5 stops + 121-point cross-type AF
- ✓Hi-Res, Live ND, Focus Stacking, HDR via CP button
- ✓4K / C4K video, vertical video, 3.5mm mic jack
Cons
- –Micro Four Thirds sensor vs APS-C/FF rivals
- –4K capped at 30p (C4K 24p only)
- –IPX1 is lighter sealing than OM-5 II / OM-3
- –Single SD slot, no headphone jack
LUMIX L10
Pros
- ✓Four Thirds (17.3×13 mm) sensor in compact body
- ✓Fast Leica 24–75mm f/1.7–2.8 zoom
- ✓779-point hybrid AF + 3 cm macro
- ✓Fully articulating 3″ touchscreen + EVF
- ✓11 fps, RAW/HEIF, USB-C PD
Cons
- –Fixed lens (no interchangeable mount)
- –No built-in flash
- –No HDMI output
- –Premium price for compact class
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, PEN or LUMIX L10?
PEN scores 5.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for LUMIX L10 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the PEN and LUMIX L10?
PEN is 20.4 MP and LUMIX L10 is 20 MP, so the PEN captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PEN and LUMIX L10 have in-body image stabilization?
PEN has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while LUMIX L10 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PEN or the LUMIX L10?
PEN reaches 30 fps electronic. LUMIX L10 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PEN and LUMIX L10?
PEN weighs 393 g and LUMIX L10 weighs 508 g, so the PEN is 115 g lighter.
Do the PEN and LUMIX L10 record 4K video?
PEN: 4K up to 30p. LUMIX L10: 4K up to 30p.
Are the PEN and LUMIX L10 weather sealed?
PEN: Yes. LUMIX L10: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the PEN and 420 shots for the LUMIX L10, giving the LUMIX L10 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PEN launched at $1,000 and LUMIX L10 at $1,500. The PEN is $500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System and Panasonic press materials.