My Panasonic L10 Thoughts

A few people have asked for my opinion on the newly announced Panasonic L10 compact zoom. The news came while I was traveling, so I didn’t pay any attention to it. After learning more about the camera, I really don’t have any strong opinions. But, since some of you asked, I will share my thoughts, which probably aren’t worth a whole lot, maybe not even two pennies. The first thing I noticed is that a lot of reviewers are comparing it to the Fujifilm X100VI. For example, Amateur Photographer says, “A new contender to dethrone the Fujifilm X100VI.” Another website states, “Move over Fujifilm X100VI.” I don’t know if there is a single review that doesn’t make at least a passing comparison, while some seem to make it the thesis of their article. But the Fujifilm X100VI is not a very close competitor; if there is an X-series model that would most closely align with the L10, it’s the long-discontinued Fujifilm X30. Should Fujifilm decide to revive that camera line, that would be a direct…