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 S1R II
High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Lumix S1R II is 10.8 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH4
Wins
Lumix S1R II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1R II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
Lumix GH4 is 1mm narrower, 9mm shorter, and 8mm thinner than Lumix S1R II.
Lumix GH4 is 235 g lighter than Lumix S1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 84mm Lumix GH4 · 92mm Lumix S1R II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH4
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 GH4
✓ 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 GH4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.9, 93.4, 83.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Weight
560 g vs 795 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 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
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 350 shots
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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 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
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 landscape, Lumix GH4 or Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for Lumix GH4 — 44.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH4 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix GH4 is 16.05 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 GH4 and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH4 does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH4 or the Lumix S1R II?
Lumix GH4 reaches 12 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH4 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix GH4 weighs 560 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the Lumix GH4 is 235 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH4 and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?
Lumix GH4: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH4 and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?
Lumix GH4: Yes. Lumix S1R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH4 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix S1R II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH4 launched at $1,699 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The Lumix GH4 is $1,600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.