Cameraegg Compare logoCameraegg Compare

Panasonic

Lumix GH7

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

$2,199

Released Jun 2024

vs

Panasonic

Lumix LX10

Pocket 1-inch compact with fast f/1.4-2.8 Leica zoom, 4K video, and tilting touchscreen.

$699

Released Sep 2016

Lumix GH7 is 7.8 years newer.

Wins

12categories

Lumix GH7

Video & HybridSports & Action

Wins

1categories

Lumix LX10

2 categories tied

Check current prices

Compare today's discounts, bundled lenses, and refurbished offers at the major authorized retailers for both cameras:

As an affiliate, Cameraegg may earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix GH7 wins 5 categories·Lumix LX10 wins 0 categories
  • ALumix GH7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
  • ALumix GH7 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
  • ALumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
  • ALumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 14 frames)
  • ALumix GH7 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)

Key specs at a glance

Lumix GH7Lumix LX10
Resolution25.2 MP20.1 MP
SensorMFT13.2 x 8.8 mm
ISO max25,60012,800
Burst75 fps50 fps
4K120 fps30 fps
IBIS7.5-stopNo
Weight805 g310 g
Battery380 shots260 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Lumix GH7

138 × 100 × 100 mm

805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)

Lumix LX10

106 × 60 × 42 mm

310 g (0.68 lb / 10.93 oz)

Lumix GH7 is 33mm wider, 40mm taller, and 58mm thicker than Lumix LX10.

Lumix GH7 is 495 g heavier than Lumix LX10.

Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH7 · 42mm Lumix LX10

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix GH7

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

Lumix LX10

13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch

116 mm² area

1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

Lumix GH7

✓ more lenses

Micro Four Thirds

130+

native lenses available

60 first-party70 third-party

Lumix LX10: 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

Use caseLumix GH7Lumix LX10
Portrait
5.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
8.0Excellent✓ wins
4.0Fair
Video & Hybrid
9.5Excellent✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
5.0Fair✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited
Wildlife
7.0Good✓ wins
4.0Fair
Vlogging
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited

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 100 Mbps — higher is better

  • AF points / zones

    779 vs 49 — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    170 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds Apple ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265

Reasons to choose

Lumix LX10

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 105.5, 60, 42

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Codecs

    Adds MP4, AVCHD

  • Weight

    310 g vs 805 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth 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 LX10

Pros

  • Fast f/1.4 lens
  • 1-inch sensor
  • 4K video
  • Pocketable

Cons

  • No EVF
  • Short zoom range
  • Small battery

Decided which one is right for you?

Compare live prices for the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX10 at major authorized retailers.

Full specifications

= category winner

Lumix GH7
Lumix LX10
Resolution
25.2 MP+25%
20.1 MP
Sensor type
Four Thirds Live MOS
1-inch High Sensitivity MOS
Sensor size
17.3 x 13.0 mm
13.2 x 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX10
AF system
Phase Hybrid AF with DFD technology
Contrast AF with DFD technology
AF points / zones
77915.9× more
49
AF frame coverage
100 %
100 %
AF low-light limit
-4 EV
-4 EV
Eye AF
Yes
Yes
Animal / bird AF
Yes
Yes
Subject recognition
Human, Face, Eye, Animal, Car, Motorcycle
Human, Face, Eye, Animal
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX10
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps+40%
10 fps
Burst (electronic)
75 fps+50%
50 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Yes
No
RAW buffer depth
170 frames12.1× more
14 frames
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX10
Max resolution
5.8K Open Gate
4K
4K max frame rate
120 fps4× more
30 fps
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps19× more
100 Mbps
Internal RAW video
Yes
No
Log profile
V-Log / HLG
None
Codecs
Apple ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265, H.264
H.264, MP4, AVCHD
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX10
Weight
805 g
310 g−495 g less
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6 mm
105.5 × 60 × 42 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
No

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for video, Lumix GH7 or Lumix LX10?

Lumix GH7 scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix LX10 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.

What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX10?

Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP and Lumix LX10 is 20.1 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX10 have in-body image stabilization?

Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix LX10 does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH7 or the Lumix LX10?

Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix LX10 reaches 50 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX10?

Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g and Lumix LX10 weighs 310 g, so the Lumix LX10 is 495 g lighter.

Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX10 record 4K video?

Lumix GH7: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix LX10: 4K up to 30p.

Are the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX10 weather sealed?

Lumix GH7: Yes. Lumix LX10: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH7 and 260 shots for the Lumix LX10, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.

How much does each cost?

Lumix GH7 launched at $2,199 and Lumix LX10 at $699. The Lumix LX10 is $1,500 less.

Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.