Panasonic
Lumix GH5
Landmark Micro Four Thirds video camera with internal 4K 60p, 10-bit options, IBIS, and dual card slots.
$1,999
Released Jan 2017
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 9.4 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH5
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 20.3 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,680,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 12 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GH5
139 × 98 × 87 mm
725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix GH5 is 6mm wider, 1mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix GH5 is 12 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH5
139 × 98 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix GH5
139 × 87 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
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 GH5
Micro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Alpha 7R VI
✓ 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 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
Weather sealing
Only Lumix GH5 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 20.3 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix GH5 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for Lumix GH5 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH5 is 20.3 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH5 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH5 reaches 12 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH5 weighs 725 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 12 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix GH5: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix GH5: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 410 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5 launched at $1,999 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix GH5 is $2,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.