Panasonic
Lumix BGH1
Box-style MFT cinema camera for multi-cam and drone workflows.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Panasonic
Lumix G9 II
MFT hybrid with 8-stop IBIS and 75fps stills for wildlife on a budget.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Lumix G9 II is 2.9 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix BGH1
Wins
Lumix G9 II
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix G9 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (14 fps vs 0 fps)
- BLumix G9 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 14 fps)
- BLumix G9 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Resolution (25.2 MP vs 10.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 × 78 mm
545 g (1.20 lb / 19.22 oz)
Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Lumix BGH1 is 41mm narrower, 9mm shorter, and 12mm thinner than Lumix G9 II.
Lumix BGH1 is 113 g lighter than Lumix G9 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm Lumix BGH1 · 90mm Lumix G9 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix BGH1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix G9 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix BGH1
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix G9 II
✓ 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
Lumix BGH1
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 93, 93, 78
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 390 shots — higher is better
Weight
545 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix G9 II
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
Resolution
25.2 MP vs 10.2 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix G9 II supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — 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
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix BGH1
Pros
- ✓Box form factor
- ✓Genlock
- ✓Pro video
Cons
- –No screen
- –MFT sensor
- –Niche use
Lumix G9 II
Pros
- ✓75fps stills mode
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Compact tele reach
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Smaller ecosystem
- –Video not GH-level
Decided which one is right for you?
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Panasonic Lumix BGH1
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix BGH1 or Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G9 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for Lumix BGH1 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix G9 II?
Lumix BGH1 is 10.2 MP and Lumix G9 II is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix G9 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix G9 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix BGH1 does not have IBIS, while lumix G9 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix BGH1 or the Lumix G9 II?
Lumix BGH1 reaches 14 fps electronic. Lumix G9 II reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix G9 II?
Lumix BGH1 weighs 545 g and Lumix G9 II weighs 658 g, so the Lumix BGH1 is 113 g lighter.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix G9 II record 4K video?
Lumix BGH1: 4K up to 60p. Lumix G9 II: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix G9 II weather sealed?
Lumix BGH1: No. Lumix G9 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix BGH1 and 390 shots for the Lumix G9 II, giving the Lumix BGH1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix BGH1 launched at $3,499 and Lumix G9 II at $1,899. The Lumix G9 II is $1,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.