Insta360
X4
8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 2 months newer.
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Wins
X4
Wins
Lumix GH7
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 0)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX4 has lower Weight (203 g vs 805 g)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 20 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X4
46 × 124 × 38 mm
203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
X4 is 92mm narrower and 62mm thinner than Lumix GH7 but it is also 23mm taller.
X4 is 602 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X4 · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X4
46 × 124 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X4
46 × 38 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X4: mount data unavailable
Lumix GH7
✓ 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
X4
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
203 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Resolution
72 MP vs 25.2 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Battery capacity
2290 mAh vs 2200 mAh — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
AF points / zones
315 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD/SDHC/SDXC
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
300 fps vs 120 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X4
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓4K60 single-lens mode
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing
- –8K runtime ~75 min
- –Larger than Ace Pro
Lumix GH7
Pros
- ✓Pro video toolset
- ✓Open gate
- ✓Compact MFT
- ✓Strong codecs
Cons
- –MFT sensor size
- –Still resolution limits
- –Premium for MFT
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X4 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 7.0/10 for X4 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X4 and Lumix GH7?
X4 is 72 MP and Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP, so the X4 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X4 and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
X4 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X4 or the Lumix GH7?
X4 reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X4 and Lumix GH7?
X4 weighs 203 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the X4 is 602 g lighter.
Do the X4 and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X4 and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
X4: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the X4 and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the X4 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X4 launched at $499 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The X4 is $1,700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Panasonic press materials.