Panasonic
Lumix BGH1
Box-style MFT cinema camera for multi-cam and drone workflows.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
Lumix GH6 is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix BGH1
Wins
Lumix GH6
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH6 has higher Burst (mechanical) (14 fps vs 0 fps)
- BLumix GH6 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix GH6 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 14 fps)
- BLumix GH6 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps)
- BLumix GH6 has higher Resolution (25.2 MP vs 10.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 × 78 mm
545 g (1.20 lb / 19.22 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Lumix BGH1 is 45mm narrower, 7mm shorter, and 22mm thinner than Lumix GH6.
Lumix BGH1 is 278 g lighter than Lumix GH6.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm Lumix BGH1 · 100mm Lumix GH6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix BGH1
93 × 78 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix BGH1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GH6
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 GH6
✓ 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 360 shots — higher is better
Weight
545 g vs 823 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH6
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
25.2 MP vs 10.2 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix GH6 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 GH6
Pros
- ✓ProRes internal
- ✓5.7K 60p
- ✓No recording limit
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Autofocus limitations
- –Bulky for MFT
Decided which one is right for you?
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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 GH6?
Lumix GH6 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.0/10 for Lumix BGH1 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix GH6?
Lumix BGH1 is 10.2 MP and Lumix GH6 is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix GH6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix GH6 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix BGH1 does not have IBIS, while Lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix BGH1 or the Lumix GH6?
Lumix BGH1 reaches 14 fps electronic. Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix GH6?
Lumix BGH1 weighs 545 g and Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g, so the Lumix BGH1 is 278 g lighter.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix GH6 record 4K video?
Lumix BGH1: 4K up to 60p. Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix GH6 weather sealed?
Lumix BGH1: No. Lumix GH6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix BGH1 and 360 shots for the Lumix GH6, giving the Lumix BGH1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix BGH1 launched at $3,499 and Lumix GH6 at $2,199. The Lumix GH6 is $1,300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.