Panasonic
LUMIX FZ80D
60x superzoom bridge with 18.1MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 20–1200mm f/2.8–5.9 Leica lens, 4K video, 2.36M-dot EVF, USB-C, and POWER O.I.S.
$478
Launch priceReleased Dec 2024
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
LUMIX FZ80D is 6 months newer.
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Wins
LUMIX FZ80D
Wins
Lumix GH7
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 10 frames)
- BLumix GH7 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 3,200)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 10 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLUMIX FZ80D
130 × 94 × 125 mm
640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
LUMIX FZ80D is 8mm narrower and 6mm shorter than Lumix GH7 but it is also 26mm thicker.
LUMIX FZ80D is 165 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 125mm LUMIX FZ80D · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
LUMIX FZ80D
130 × 94 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
LUMIX FZ80D
130 × 125 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
LUMIX FZ80D
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
8.0× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
LUMIX FZ80D: 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
LUMIX FZ80D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.2, 94.3, 125.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
640 g vs 805 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -3 EV — lower 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD/SDHC/SDXC
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 10 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
- ✓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 FZ80D
Pros
- ✓60x 20–1200mm equivalent reach
- ✓Wide f/2.8 at wide end
- ✓2.36M-dot OLED EVF + 1.84M-dot touchscreen
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo
- ✓USB-C charging
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Bulky bridge body (~640 g)
- –No mic/headphone jacks
- –Contrast-detect AF only
Lumix GH7
Pros
- ✓Pro video toolset
- ✓Open gate
- ✓Compact MFT
- ✓Strong codecs
Cons
- –MFT sensor size
- –Still resolution limits
- –Premium 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 FZ80D or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for LUMIX FZ80D — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix GH7?
LUMIX FZ80D is 18.1 MP and Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
LUMIX FZ80D does not have IBIS, while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX FZ80D or the Lumix GH7?
LUMIX FZ80D reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix GH7?
LUMIX FZ80D weighs 640 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the LUMIX FZ80D is 165 g lighter.
Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
LUMIX FZ80D: 4K up to 30p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the LUMIX FZ80D and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
LUMIX FZ80D: No. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX FZ80D and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
LUMIX FZ80D launched at $478 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The LUMIX FZ80D is $1,721 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.