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Panasonic

Lumix BGH1

Box-style MFT cinema camera for multi-cam and drone workflows.

$3,499

Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Resolution

10.2 MP

Sensor

MFT

ISO max

51,200

Burst

14 fps

4K

60 fps

IBIS

No

Weight

545 g

Battery

640 shots

Sensor size

Panasonic Lumix BGH1

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

Lens ecosystem

Micro Four Thirds mount

60

First-party

70

Third-party

130+

Total available

Mount introduced 2008

Body size

Panasonic Lumix BGH1

93 × 93 × 78 mm

545 g (1.20 lb / 19.22 oz)

93 × 93 × 78 mm · 545 g (1.20 lb / 19.22 oz)

Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably

Sports & Action

Limited
3.5/ 10
  • · 14fps burst — solid for most action
  • · Subject recognition: Human, Face, Eye, Animal

Video & Hybrid

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · 4K recording
  • · 4K 60p smooth motion

Landscape

Limited
1.0/ 10
  • · Dual card slots for backup

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 545g — compact and travel-friendly
  • · 640 shots/charge — all-day shooting

Wildlife

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Animal subject recognition
  • · ISO 51,200 for low-light wildlife

Vlogging

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs
  • · Eye AF locks on you while filming

Pros

  • Box form factor
  • Genlock
  • Pro video

Cons

  • No screen
  • MFT sensor
  • Niche use

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Panasonic Lumix BGH1

Sensor

Resolution10.2 MP
Sensor typeFour Thirds Live MOS
Sensor size17.3 x 13.0 mm
AA filterNo

Processor

ProcessorVenus Engine

ISO

ISO min (native)160
ISO max (native)51,200
ISO max (expanded)204,800

Shutter

Shutter typeElectronic shutter
Max mechanical speedN/A
Max electronic speed1/16000 sec

Autofocus

AF systemContrast AF with DFD technology
AF points / zones225
AF frame coverage100 %
AF low-light limit-4 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal / bird AFYes
Subject recognitionHuman, Face, Eye, Animal

Burst

Burst (mechanical)0 fps
Burst (electronic)14 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseNo

Video

Max resolution4K
4K max frame rate60 fps
Max video bit rate400 Mbps
Internal RAW videoYes
Log profileV-Log L / HLG
CodecsH.265, H.264, MOV, MP4

Stabilization

In-body stabilizationNo
IBIS effectiveness0 stops

Body

Weight545 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)93 × 93 × 78 mm
Weather sealingNo

Battery

BatteryExternal power / DMW-BLK22 compatible via optional accessories
Battery life (CIPA)640 shots

Storage

Card slots2
Card typesSD UHS-II, SD UHS-II

Viewfinder

Viewfinder typeNo built-in EVF

LCD

LCD typeNo built-in monitor
TouchscreenNo

Connectivity

USBUSB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMIFull HDMI (Type A)
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standardIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)Yes

Lens Mount

Lens mountMicro Four Thirds