Panasonic
Lumix G7
Classic budget MFT body that introduced many to 4K video on a shoestring.
$599
Released May 2015
Panasonic
Lumix G9 II
MFT hybrid with 8-stop IBIS and 75fps stills for wildlife on a budget.
$1,899
Released Sep 2023
Lumix G9 II is 8.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix G7
Wins
Lumix G9 II
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix G9 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix G9 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix G9 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 13 frames)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 8 fps)
- BLumix G9 II has higher Max video bit rate (800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix G7
125 × 86 × 77 mm
410 g (0.90 lb / 14.46 oz)
Lumix G9 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Lumix G7 is 9mm narrower, 16mm shorter, and 13mm thinner than Lumix G9 II.
Lumix G7 is 248 g lighter than Lumix G9 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 77mm Lumix G7 · 90mm Lumix G9 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix G9 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G7
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix G9 II
✓ 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 G7
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.9, 86.2, 77.4
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
410 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix G9 II
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
800 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265
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 G7
Pros
- ✓Very affordable used
- ✓4K video
- ✓Compact MFT
Cons
- –16MP dated
- –No IBIS
- –Plastic build
Lumix G9 II
Pros
- ✓75fps stills mode
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Compact tele reach
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Smaller ecosystem
- –Video not GH-level
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix G7 or Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G9 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for Lumix G7 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G7 and Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G7 is 16 MP and Lumix G9 II is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix G9 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix G7 and Lumix G9 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G7 does not have IBIS, while lumix G9 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G7 or the Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G7 reaches 8 fps electronic. Lumix G9 II reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G7 and Lumix G9 II?
Lumix G7 weighs 410 g and Lumix G9 II weighs 658 g, so the Lumix G7 is 248 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G7 and Lumix G9 II record 4K video?
Lumix G7: 4K up to 30p. Lumix G9 II: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G7 and Lumix G9 II weather sealed?
Lumix G7: No. Lumix G9 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G7 and 390 shots for the Lumix G9 II, giving the Lumix G9 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G7 launched at $599 and Lumix G9 II at $1,899. The Lumix G7 is $1,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.