The full-time live view function on the LCD proposes a dramatic change in the shooting style of digital SLR cameras. The DMC-L10 features an advanced 2.5-inch free angle LCD for full time live view that offers 270 degree rotation and a versatile shooting style. The live view lets the users check the outcome image in advance after compensating the exposure or adjusting the white balance.

A 10.1-megapixel Live MOS Sensor provides the beautiful images with delicate gradation and wide dynamic range. Dust reduction with a Supersonic Wave Filter system prevents dust from attaching to the sensor to degrade the pictures.

The DMC-L10 comes equipped with a LEICA D VARIO-ELMAR 14-50mm / F3.8-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. lens designed specifically for a digital SLR camera. The DMC-L10 is especially designed for the consumer who is familiar with compact digital cameras and would like to experience the enjoyment of digital SLR photography, but also for the ambitious photographer who wishes to take more beautiful pictures.

The face detection system detects human faces and sets a focus and appropriate exposure to capture a face clearly and beautifully lit. The Intelligent ISO Control function detects and meter the movement of the subject and sets the suitable ISO setting and the shutter speed according to the amount of the movement to suppress the generation of motion-blur in the picture.