OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 9 months newer.
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Wins
Tough TG-7
Wins
Lumix GH7
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 102 Mbps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 1,600)
- BLumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 25)
- BLumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 14 frames)
- BLumix GH7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 59.94 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
Tough TG-7 is 25mm narrower, 35mm shorter, and 67mm thinner than Lumix GH7.
Tough TG-7 is 556 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Tough TG-7 · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 mm
Credit card
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.
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 mm
Credit card
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
Tough TG-7: 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
Tough TG-7
Codecs
Adds MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
249 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ…
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 102 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 1,600 — higher is better
AF points / zones
315 vs 25 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
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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OM System Tough TG-7
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Tough TG-7 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 6.5/10 versus 2.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 4K 120p slow-motion.
What's the resolution difference between the Tough TG-7 and Lumix GH7?
Tough TG-7 is 12 MP and Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Tough TG-7 and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Tough TG-7 or the Lumix GH7?
Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Tough TG-7 and Lumix GH7?
Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 556 g lighter.
Do the Tough TG-7 and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Tough TG-7 and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
Tough TG-7: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 340 shots (CIPA) for the Tough TG-7 and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Tough TG-7 launched at $549 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The Tough TG-7 is $1,650 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System and Panasonic press materials.