Panasonic
Lumix GH5
Landmark Micro Four Thirds video camera with internal 4K 60p, 10-bit options, IBIS, and dual card slots.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2017
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 7.5 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH5
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 higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 60 frames)
- BLumix GH7 has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- BLumix GH7 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GH5
139 × 98 × 87 mm
725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 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 is 2mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Lumix GH7.
Lumix GH5 is 80 g lighter than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5 · 100mm Lumix GH7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH5
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
139 × 87 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5
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
✓ 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
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, AVCHD
Battery life (CIPA)
410 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Weight
725 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
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 60 frames — 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
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
Pros
- ✓4K 60p video
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II slots
- ✓Strong IBIS
- ✓Rugged body
Cons
- –Older contrast AF
- –MFT sensor
- –Superseded by GH6/GH7
Lumix GH7
Pros
- ✓Pro video toolset
- ✓Open gate
- ✓Compact MFT
- ✓Strong codecs
Cons
- –MFT sensor size
- –Still resolution limits
- –Premium for MFT
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix GH5 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix GH5 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH5 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 and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH5 or the Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH5 reaches 12 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH5 weighs 725 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the Lumix GH5 is 80 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5 and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
Lumix GH5: 4K up to 60p. Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5 and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
Lumix GH5: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5 and 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5 launched at $1,999 and Lumix GH7 at $2,199. The Lumix GH5 is $200 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.