Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
Panasonic
Lumix S1R II
High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Lumix S1R II is 3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH6
Wins
Lumix S1R II
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 315)
- BLumix S1R II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- ALumix GH6 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 40 fps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher Resolution (44.3 MP vs 25.2 MP)
- BLumix S1R II has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,680,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
Lumix GH6 is 2mm shorter than Lumix S1R II but it is also 4mm wider and 8mm thicker.
Lumix GH6 is 28 g heavier than Lumix S1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH6 · 92mm Lumix S1R II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S1R II
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH6
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix S1R II: mount data unavailable
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 40 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
300 fps vs 240 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
360 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1R II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
AF points / zones
779 vs 315 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW, MOV, MP4
Resolution
44.3 MP vs 25.2 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car, Motorcycle
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 1900 Mbps
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 S1R II
Pros
- ✓44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓8K video
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓CFexpress plus SD workflow
Cons
- –Large high-res files
- –Premium price
- –L-mount lens size
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, Lumix GH6 or Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R II scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Lumix GH6 — 44.3MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH6 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix GH6 is 25.2 MP and Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH6 and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH6 or the Lumix S1R II?
Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH6 and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the Lumix S1R II is 28 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH6 and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?
Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GH6 and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?
Lumix GH6: Yes. Lumix S1R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 360 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH6 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix GH6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH6 launched at $2,199 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The Lumix GH6 is $1,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.