Panasonic
Lumix BGH1
Box-style MFT cinema camera for multi-cam and drone workflows.
$3,499
Released Oct 2020
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 5.7 years newer.
Wins
Lumix BGH1
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 10.2 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 14 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 160)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 × 78 mm
545 g (1.20 lb / 19.22 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix BGH1 is 40mm narrower, 4mm shorter, and 5mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix BGH1 is 168 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm Lumix BGH1 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix BGH1
93 × 78 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix BGH1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix BGH1
Micro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix BGH1 supports it
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Weight
545 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 10.2 MP — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Vehicle
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix BGH1 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for Lumix BGH1 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix BGH1 is 10.2 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix BGH1 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix BGH1 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix BGH1 reaches 14 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix BGH1 weighs 545 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Lumix BGH1 is 168 g lighter.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix BGH1: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix BGH1 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix BGH1: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix BGH1 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Lumix BGH1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix BGH1 launched at $3,499 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix BGH1 is $1,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.