Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Released Jun 2024
Panasonic
Lumix GM1
One of the smallest Micro Four Thirds cameras ever made, with a 16MP sensor and pocketable design.
$749
Released Oct 2013
Lumix GH7 is 10.7 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH7
Wins
Lumix GM1
3 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix GH7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- ALumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 28 Mbps)
- ALumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 23)
- ALumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 7 frames)
- BLumix GM1 has lower Weight (204 g vs 805 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
Lumix GM1
99 × 55 × 30 mm
204 g (0.45 lb / 7.20 oz)
Lumix GH7 is 40mm wider, 45mm taller, and 69mm thicker than Lumix GM1.
Lumix GH7 is 601 g heavier than Lumix GM1.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH7 · 30mm Lumix GM1
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix GM1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH7
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix GM1
✓ 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 GH7
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 28 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 23 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GM1
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 98.5, 54.9, 30.4
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
204 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Both cameras share
- ✓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
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH7
Pros
- ✓Pro video toolset
- ✓Open gate
- ✓Compact MFT
- ✓Strong codecs
Cons
- –MFT sensor size
- –Still resolution limits
- –Premium for MFT
Lumix GM1
Pros
- ✓Extremely small
- ✓16MP MFT sensor
- ✓Interchangeable lenses
Cons
- –No EVF
- –No 4K
- –Tiny controls
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix GH7 or Lumix GM1?
Lumix GH7 scores 9.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for Lumix GM1 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GM1?
Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP and Lumix GM1 is 16 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GM1 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix GM1 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH7 or the Lumix GM1?
Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix GM1 reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GM1?
Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g and Lumix GM1 weighs 204 g, so the Lumix GM1 is 601 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GM1 record 4K video?
Lumix GH7: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix GM1: Full HD.
Are the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GM1 weather sealed?
Lumix GH7: Yes. Lumix GM1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH7 and 230 shots for the Lumix GM1, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH7 launched at $2,199 and Lumix GM1 at $749. The Lumix GM1 is $1,450 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.