Panasonic
Lumix G97
Updated Micro Four Thirds hybrid with 20.3MP sensor, V-Log L, 5-axis Dual I.S. 2, and 4K video.
$849
Launch priceReleased Dec 2024
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix G97 is 6 months newer.
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Wins
Lumix G97
Wins
Lumix GH7
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 9 fps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 49)
- BLumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 30 frames)
- BLumix GH7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 59.94 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix G97
130 × 94 × 77 mm
530 g (1.17 lb / 18.70 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
Lumix G97 is 8mm narrower, 7mm shorter, and 22mm thinner than Lumix GH7.
Lumix G97 is 275 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 77mm Lumix G97 · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix G97
130 × 94 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 G97
130 × 77 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G97
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G97
✓ 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 G97
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.4, 93.5, 77.4
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
530 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ…
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
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
315 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 30 frames — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
300 fps vs 59.94 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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix G97
Pros
- ✓20.3MP MFT sensor
- ✓V-Log L
- ✓5-axis Dual I.S. 2
- ✓Weather resistant
Cons
- –Contrast AF
- –Single card slot
- –MFT sensor
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 sports, Lumix G97 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix G97 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G97 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix G97 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 G97 and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G97 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G97 or the Lumix GH7?
Lumix G97 reaches 9 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G97 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix G97 weighs 530 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the Lumix G97 is 275 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G97 and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
Lumix G97: 4K up to 29.97p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G97 and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
Lumix G97: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 290 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G97 and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G97 launched at $849 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The Lumix G97 is $1,350 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.