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
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 25)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 20 fps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 46 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
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
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
249 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 380 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
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 UHS-II
AF points / zones
779 vs 25 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 20 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
- ✓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
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OM System Tough TG-7
Panasonic Lumix GH7
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Tough TG-7 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
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 does not have IBIS, 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 30p. Lumix GH7: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 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 640 shots (CIPA) for the Tough TG-7 and 380 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Tough TG-7 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.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.