Panasonic
Lumix GH4
Landmark MFT hybrid and the world's first mirrorless with internal 4K — 16MP sensor, C4K 24p / UHD 4K30, 12 fps burst, weather-sealed body, and pro video expandability.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased May 2014
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 10.2 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH4
Wins
Lumix GH7
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 49)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 12 fps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GH4
133 × 93 × 84 mm
560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 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 GH4 is 6mm narrower, 7mm shorter, and 16mm thinner than Lumix GH7.
Lumix GH4 is 245 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 84mm Lumix GH4 · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH4
133 × 93 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 GH4
133 × 84 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH4
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 GH4
✓ 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 GH4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.9, 93.4, 83.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD, MOV
Weight
560 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
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 200 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
315 vs 49 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
300 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ…
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
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 350 shots
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH4
Pros
- ✓Pioneer internal 4K / C4K recording
- ✓12 fps stills burst (AFS)
- ✓Weather-sealed magnesium body
- ✓Pro audio/video expandability (YAGH)
- ✓Fully articulating OLED touchscreen
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –16MP stills by modern standards
- –Contrast AF only
- –Superseded by GH5/GH6/GH7
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 GH4 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix GH4 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH4 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH4 is 16.05 MP and Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH4 and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH4 does not have IBIS, while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH4 or the Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH4 reaches 12 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH4 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH4 weighs 560 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the Lumix GH4 is 245 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH4 and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
Lumix GH4: 4K up to 30p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH4 and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
Lumix GH4: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH4 and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH4 launched at $1,699 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The Lumix GH4 is $500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.