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Lumix GH6

MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.

$2,199

Launch price

Released Feb 2022

vs
Lumix GH7

Panasonic

Lumix GH7

Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.

$2,199

Launch price

Released Jun 2024

Lumix GH7 is 2.3 years newer.

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Wins

1categories

Lumix GH6

Sports & ActionWildlife

Wins

2categories

Lumix GH7

Sports & ActionWildlife

16 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix GH6 wins 1 categories·Lumix GH7 wins 2 categories
  • BLumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 65 frames)
  • ALumix GH6 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (360 shots vs 350 shots)
  • BLumix GH7 has lower Weight (805 g vs 823 g)

Key specs at a glance

Lumix GH6Lumix GH7
Resolution25.2 MP25.2 MP
SensorMFTMFT
ISO max25,60025,600
Burst75 fps75 fps
4K120 fps120 fps
IBIS7.5-stop7.5-stop
Weight823 g805 g
Battery360 shots350 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Lumix GH6

138 × 100 × 100 mm

823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Lumix GH7 front view

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

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

Lumix GH6

138 × 100 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Lumix GH7 back view

Lumix GH7

138 × 100 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

Lumix GH6

138 × 100 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Lumix GH7 top view

Lumix GH7

138 × 100 mm

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix GH6

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 GH6

✓ more lenses

Micro Four Thirds

130+

native lenses available

60 first-party70 third-party

Lumix GH7

✓ more lenses

Micro Four Thirds

130+

native lenses available

60 first-party70 third-party

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

Use caseLumix GH6Lumix GH7
Portrait
5.0Fair
5.0Fair
Sports & Action
10.0Excellent
10.0Excellent
Video & Hybrid
6.5Good
6.5Good
Landscape
5.0Fair
5.0Fair
Travel
5.5Fair
5.5Fair
Wildlife
7.0Good
7.0Good
Vlogging
5.5Fair
5.5Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

Lumix GH6

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-II

  • Codecs

    Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    360 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better

Reasons to choose

Lumix GH7

  • RAW buffer depth

    170 frames vs 65 frames — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, MPEG-4 AVC

  • Card types

    Adds SD/SDHC/SDXC

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Car, Motorcycle

  • Weight

    805 g vs 823 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 25.2 MP
  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • ISO max (native)Both 25,600
  • AF points / zonesBoth 315
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye 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

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

Lumix GH6
Lumix GH7
Resolution
25.2 MP
25.2 MP
Sensor type
Four Thirds Live MOS
BSI CMOS
Sensor size
17.3 x 13.0 mm
17.3 x 13 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix GH6
Lumix GH7
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
Lumix GH6
Lumix GH7
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
25,600
25,600
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
25,600
Lumix GH6
Lumix GH7
Shutter type
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/32000

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, Lumix GH6 or Lumix GH7?

Lumix GH6 scores 5.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Lumix GH7 — 25.2MP — solid resolution.

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: 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 350 shots for the Lumix GH7, giving the Lumix GH6 the edge.

How much does each cost?

Both launched at $2,199.

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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.