Panasonic
Lumix FZ1000 II
1-inch bridge zoom with 16x Leica lens — great for travel wildlife on a budget.
$899
Released Feb 2019
Ricoh
GR IV
Latest GR with 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 28mm equivalent lens, 5-axis SR, 53GB internal memory, and pocket street-camera handling.
$1,499
Released Jan 2026
GR IV is 6.8 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix FZ1000 II
Wins
GR IV
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IV has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 12,800)
- ALumix FZ1000 II has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 4 fps)
- BGR IV has lower Weight (262 g vs 810 g)
- ALumix FZ1000 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 4 fps)
- BGR IV has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix FZ1000 II
136 × 97 × 132 mm
810 g (1.79 lb / 28.57 oz)
GR IV
109 × 61 × 33 mm
262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)
Lumix FZ1000 II is 27mm wider, 36mm taller, and 99mm thicker than GR IV.
Lumix FZ1000 II is 548 g heavier than GR IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 132mm Lumix FZ1000 II · 33mm GR IV
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ1000 II
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
GR IV
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
3.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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 FZ1000 II
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.2, 97.2, 131.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Lumix FZ1000 II supports it
Reasons to choose
GR IV
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 32.7
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Weight
262 g vs 810 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
In-body stabilization
Only GR IV supports it
Resolution
25.74 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 49
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix FZ1000 II
Pros
- ✓25–400mm equivalent zoom
- ✓4K video
- ✓No lens swapping needed
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Large body for compact class
- –Contrast AF
GR IV
Pros
- ✓25.74MP APS-C sensor
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift SR
- ✓53GB internal memory
- ✓Pocketable 28mm GR lens
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No built-in EVF
- –Full HD video only
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, Lumix FZ1000 II or GR IV?
GR IV scores 5.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix FZ1000 II — 262g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix FZ1000 II and GR IV?
Lumix FZ1000 II is 20.1 MP and GR IV is 25.74 MP, so the GR IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix FZ1000 II and GR IV have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix FZ1000 II does not have IBIS, while gR IV has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix FZ1000 II or the GR IV?
Lumix FZ1000 II reaches 50 fps electronic. GR IV reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix FZ1000 II and GR IV?
Lumix FZ1000 II weighs 810 g and GR IV weighs 262 g, so the GR IV is 548 g lighter.
Do the Lumix FZ1000 II and GR IV record 4K video?
Lumix FZ1000 II: 4K up to 30p. GR IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix FZ1000 II and GR IV weather sealed?
Lumix FZ1000 II: No. GR IV: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix FZ1000 II and 250 shots for the GR IV, giving the Lumix FZ1000 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix FZ1000 II launched at $899 and GR IV at $1,499. The Lumix FZ1000 II is $600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.