Panasonic
LUMIX G100D
Creator-focused MFT vlogging camera with 20.3MP sensor, OZO directional audio, 4K30 video, 2.36M-dot OLED EVF, vari-angle touchscreen, and USB-C — running-change update to G100.
$748
Launch priceReleased Dec 2023
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 7 months newer.
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Wins
LUMIX G100D
Wins
Lumix GH7
3 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 20 frames)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 10 fps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 49)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLUMIX G100D
116 × 83 × 54 mm
346 g (0.76 lb / 12.20 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 G100D is 23mm narrower, 17mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than Lumix GH7.
LUMIX G100D is 459 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 54mm LUMIX G100D · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
LUMIX G100D
116 × 83 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 G100D
116 × 54 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
LUMIX G100D
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
LUMIX G100D
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
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 G100D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.6, 83.1, 54.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Weight
346 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MP4
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
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 20 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
315 vs 49 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
300 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓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
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
LUMIX G100D
Pros
- ✓Compact 346 g MFT vlogging body
- ✓OZO Audio by Nokia tracking
- ✓4K30 + V-Log L + frame markers
- ✓2.36M-dot OLED EVF (upgrade from G100)
- ✓USB-C port (upgrade from G100)
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single UHS-I SD slot
- –Contrast AF only
- –MFT sensor limits low light
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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Panasonic LUMIX G100D
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, LUMIX G100D or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for LUMIX G100D — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX G100D and Lumix GH7?
LUMIX G100D is 20.3 MP and Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the LUMIX G100D and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
LUMIX G100D does not have IBIS, while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX G100D or the Lumix GH7?
LUMIX G100D reaches 10 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the LUMIX G100D and Lumix GH7?
LUMIX G100D weighs 346 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the LUMIX G100D is 459 g lighter.
Do the LUMIX G100D and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
LUMIX G100D: 4K up to 30p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the LUMIX G100D and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
LUMIX G100D: No. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 280 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX G100D and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
LUMIX G100D launched at $748 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The LUMIX G100D is $1,451 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.