Canon
EOS C400
RF-mount Super 35 cinema camera with 6K 60p, Cinema RAW Light, and built-in 9-stop ND.
$7,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Panasonic
Lumix BGH1
Box-style MFT cinema camera for multi-cam and drone workflows.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
EOS C400 is 3.9 years newer.
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Wins
EOS C400
Wins
Lumix BGH1
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS C400 has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 0 fps)
- AEOS C400 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS C400 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 225)
- BLumix BGH1 has lower Weight (545 g vs 1450 g)
- BLumix BGH1 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS C400
162 × 138 × 130 mm
1450 g (3.20 lb / 51.15 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 × 78 mm
545 g (1.20 lb / 19.22 oz)
EOS C400 is 69mm wider, 45mm taller, and 52mm thicker than Lumix BGH1.
EOS C400 is 905 g heavier than Lumix BGH1.
Depth (front-to-back): 130mm EOS C400 · 78mm Lumix BGH1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS C400
162 × 138 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS C400
162 × 130 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix BGH1
93 × 78 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS C400
26.1 × 13.8 mm · APS-C
360 mm² area
Lumix BGH1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS C400
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Lumix BGH1
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
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
EOS C400
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, Apple ProRes
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 162, 138, 130
AF points / zones
1053 vs 225 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS C400 supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix BGH1
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, MOV…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 93, 93, 78
Weight
545 g vs 1450 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Max video bit rate
400 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
10.2 MP vs 6.2 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 640 shots
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS C400
Pros
- ✓6K 60p internal
- ✓Built-in 9-stop ND
- ✓Dual gain sensor
- ✓RF mount
Cons
- –Super 35 only
- –Premium price
- –Large media needs
Lumix BGH1
Pros
- ✓Box form factor
- ✓Genlock
- ✓Pro video
Cons
- –No screen
- –MFT sensor
- –Niche use
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS C400
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS C400 or Lumix BGH1?
EOS C400 scores 9.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix BGH1 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS C400 and Lumix BGH1?
EOS C400 is 6.2 MP and Lumix BGH1 is 10.2 MP, so the Lumix BGH1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS C400 and Lumix BGH1 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS C400 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix BGH1 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS C400 or the Lumix BGH1?
EOS C400 reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix BGH1 reaches 14 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS C400 and Lumix BGH1?
EOS C400 weighs 1450 g and Lumix BGH1 weighs 545 g, so the Lumix BGH1 is 905 g lighter.
Do the EOS C400 and Lumix BGH1 record 4K video?
EOS C400: 6K 60p (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix BGH1: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS C400 and Lumix BGH1 weather sealed?
EOS C400: Yes. Lumix BGH1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS C400 and 640 shots for the Lumix BGH1, giving the Lumix BGH1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS C400 launched at $7,999 and Lumix BGH1 at $3,499. The Lumix BGH1 is $4,500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.