Panasonic
Lumix GH5 II
MFT video workhorse with V-Log, streaming, and unlimited recording.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased May 2021
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH5 II
Wins
Lumix GH7
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 12 fps)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps)
- 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 GH5 II
139 × 98 × 87 mm
727 g (1.60 lb / 25.64 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 GH5 II is 2mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Lumix GH7.
Lumix GH5 II is 78 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5 II · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH5 II
139 × 98 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 GH5 II
139 × 87 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5 II
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 GH5 II
✓ 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 GH5 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 98.1, 87.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Battery life (CIPA)
410 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Weight
727 g vs 805 g — lower 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
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, MPEG-4 AVC
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix GH7 supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 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 GH5 II
Pros
- ✓V-Log included
- ✓Live streaming features
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Superseded by GH6/GH7
- –20MP
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix GH5 II or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix GH5 II — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH5 II 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 GH5 II and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5 II 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 GH5 II or the Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH5 II reaches 12 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH5 II weighs 727 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the Lumix GH5 II is 78 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
Lumix GH5 II: 4K up to 60p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5 II and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
Lumix GH5 II: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5 II and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5 II launched at $1,699 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The Lumix GH5 II 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.