Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Panasonic
Lumix GX85
Compact MFT rangefinder body with 16MP sensor, 5-axis stabilization, and 4K Photo features.
$799
Launch priceReleased Apr 2016
Lumix GH7 is 8.3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH7
Wins
Lumix GX85
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- ALumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 13 frames)
- ALumix GH7 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 10 fps)
- ALumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (315 vs 49)
- ALumix GH7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix GX85
122 × 71 × 44 mm
426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz)
Lumix GH7 is 16mm wider, 30mm taller, and 56mm thicker than Lumix GX85.
Lumix GH7 is 379 g heavier than Lumix GX85.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH7 · 44mm Lumix GX85
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GX85
122 × 71 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix GX85
122 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Lumix GX85
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 GX85
✓ 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD/SDHC/SDXC
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
170 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
315 vs 49 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
300 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ…
Reasons to choose
Lumix GX85
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 122, 70.6, 43.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
426 g vs 805 g — lower is better
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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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 GX85
Pros
- ✓Compact body
- ✓IBIS
- ✓4K video
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –16MP sensor
- –No weather sealing
- –Older AF
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 sports, Lumix GH7 or Lumix GX85?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix GX85 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GX85?
Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP and Lumix GX85 is 16 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GX85 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix GX85 has 4-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH7 or the Lumix GX85?
Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix GX85 reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GX85?
Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g and Lumix GX85 weighs 426 g, so the Lumix GX85 is 379 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GX85 record 4K video?
Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p. Lumix GX85: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix GH7 and Lumix GX85 weather sealed?
Lumix GH7: Yes. Lumix GX85: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH7 and 290 shots for the Lumix GX85, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH7 launched at $2,199 and Lumix GX85 at $799. The Lumix GX85 is $1,400 less.
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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.