Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Released Feb 2022
Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Released Jun 2024
Lumix GH7 is 2.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH6
Wins
Lumix GH7
14 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 65 frames)
- BLumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 315)
- BLumix GH7 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (380 shots vs 360 shots)
- BLumix GH7 has lower Weight (805 g vs 823 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
Lumix GH6 and Lumix GH7 share virtually identical body dimensions.
Lumix GH6 is 18 g heavier than Lumix GH7.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH6 · 100mm Lumix GH7
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH6
✓ 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 GH6
No major advantages on measured specs.
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH7
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 65 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 315 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car, Motorcycle
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots vs 360 shots — higher is better
Weight
805 g vs 823 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 25.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH6
Pros
- ✓ProRes internal
- ✓5.7K 60p
- ✓No recording limit
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Autofocus limitations
- –Bulky for MFT
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix GH6 or Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH7 scores 9.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix GH6 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH6 and Lumix GH7?
Both cameras share the same 25.2 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix GH6 and Lumix GH7 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH6 or the Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH6 and Lumix GH7?
Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g and Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g, so the Lumix GH7 is 18 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH6 and Lumix GH7 record 4K video?
Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p. Lumix GH7: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH6 and Lumix GH7 weather sealed?
Lumix GH6: Yes. Lumix GH7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 360 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH6 and 380 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $2,199.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.