Panasonic
Lumix G7
Classic budget MFT body that introduced many to 4K video on a shoestring.
$599
Released May 2015
Panasonic
Lumix S1R II
High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.
$3,299
Released Feb 2025
Lumix S1R II is 9.8 years newer.
Wins
Lumix G7
Wins
Lumix S1R II
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S1R II has higher RAW buffer depth (70 frames vs 13 frames)
- BLumix S1R II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 8 fps)
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 S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
Lumix G7 is 9mm narrower, 16mm shorter, and 14mm thinner than Lumix S1R II.
Lumix G7 is 385 g lighter than Lumix S1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 77mm Lumix G7 · 92mm Lumix S1R II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S1R II
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 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 S1R 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 795 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1R 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
70 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 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 S1R II
Pros
- ✓44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓8K video
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓CFexpress plus SD workflow
Cons
- –Large high-res files
- –Premium price
- –L-mount lens size
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix G7 or Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix G7 — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix G7 is 16 MP and Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G7 does not have IBIS, while lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G7 or the Lumix S1R II?
Lumix G7 reaches 8 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix G7 weighs 410 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the Lumix G7 is 385 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?
Lumix G7: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G7 and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?
Lumix G7: No. Lumix S1R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G7 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix S1R II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G7 launched at $599 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The Lumix G7 is $2,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.