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
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 10.6 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH4
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 40 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 60 Hz)
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
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix GH4 is 3mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Alpha 1 II but it is also 1mm thicker.
Lumix GH4 is 183 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 84mm Lumix GH4 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH4
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH4
Micro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Weight
560 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 40 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 60 Hz — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Decided which one is right for you?
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Panasonic Lumix GH4
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix GH4 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for Lumix GH4 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH4 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GH4 is 16.05 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH4 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH4 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH4 or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GH4 reaches 12 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH4 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GH4 weighs 560 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Lumix GH4 is 183 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH4 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix GH4: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH4 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix GH4: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH4 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH4 launched at $1,699 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix GH4 is $4,800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.