Panasonic
Lumix G7
Classic budget MFT body that introduced many to 4K video on a shoestring.
$599
Launch priceReleased May 2015
Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased May 2025
Lumix S1 II is 10 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix G7
Wins
Lumix S1 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 13 frames)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (70 fps vs 8 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix G7
125 × 86 × 77 mm
410 g (0.90 lb / 14.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix G7 is 9mm narrower, 16mm shorter, and 14mm thinner than Lumix S1 II.
Lumix G7 is 390 g lighter than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 77mm Lumix G7 · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix G7
125 × 86 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix G7
125 × 77 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G7
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix S1 II: mount data unavailable
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
Weight
410 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
70 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 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
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 350 shots
- ✓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 S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1 II at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic Lumix G7
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix G7 or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for Lumix G7 — 70fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix G7 is 16 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G7 does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G7 or the Lumix S1 II?
Lumix G7 reaches 8 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix G7 weighs 410 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the Lumix G7 is 390 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
Lumix G7: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
Lumix G7: No. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G7 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix S1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G7 launched at $599 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The Lumix G7 is $2,600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.