Panasonic
Lumix GH5S
Low-light video-focused GH body with 10.2MP multi-aspect sensor, dual native ISO, and C4K 60p.
$2,499
Released Jan 2018
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 8.4 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH5S
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 10.2 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- 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 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GH5S
139 × 98 × 87 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix GH5S is 6mm wider, 1mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix GH5S is 53 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm Lumix GH5S · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH5S
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 GH5S
139 × 87 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH5S
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 GH5S
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 GH5S
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 GH5S supports it
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Weight
660 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -5 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
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 10.2 MP — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — 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
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH5S
Pros
- ✓Dual Native ISO
- ✓C4K 60p
- ✓Excellent low light for MFT
- ✓Timecode support
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –10MP stills limit
- –Older AF
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 GH5S or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix GH5S — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH5S is 10.2 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 GH5S and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH5S does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH5S or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH5S reaches 12 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GH5S weighs 660 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Lumix GH5S is 53 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix GH5S: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH5S and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix GH5S: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH5S and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH5S launched at $2,499 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix GH5S is $2,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.