Panasonic
Lumix G9
Original G9 stills flagship with 20MP MFT sensor, 60fps electronic burst, and excellent IBIS.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Nov 2017
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 6.7 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix G9
Wins
Lumix GH7
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 60 frames)
- BLumix GH7 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- BLumix GH7 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 180 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix G9
137 × 97 × 92 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 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 G9 is 2mm narrower, 3mm shorter, and 8mm thinner than Lumix GH7.
Lumix G9 is 147 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix G9 · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix G9
137 × 97 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 G9
137 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G9
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 G9
✓ 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 G9
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.9, 97.3, 91.6
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
658 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
400 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.83 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
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 150 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ…
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix GH7 supports it
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
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix G9
Pros
- ✓60fps electronic burst
- ✓Strong IBIS
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Large EVF
Cons
- –Older contrast AF
- –MFT sensor
- –Superseded by G9 II
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 vlogging, Lumix G9 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix G9 scores 7.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for Lumix GH7 — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G9 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix G9 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 G9 and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G9 has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G9 or the Lumix GH7?
Lumix G9 reaches 60 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G9 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix G9 weighs 658 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the Lumix G9 is 147 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G9 and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
Lumix G9: 4K up to 60p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G9 and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
Lumix G9: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G9 and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix G9 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G9 launched at $1,699 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The Lumix G9 is $500 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.