Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Released Jun 2024
Panasonic
Lumix LX100 II
Premium fixed-zoom compact with multi-aspect Four Thirds sensor, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$999
Released Aug 2018
Lumix GH7 is 5.8 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH7
Wins
Lumix LX100 II
3 categories tied
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 100 Mbps)
- ALumix GH7 has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- ALumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 33 frames)
- ALumix GH7 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
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 LX100 II
115 × 66 × 64 mm
392 g (0.86 lb / 13.83 oz)
Lumix GH7 is 23mm wider, 34mm taller, and 35mm thicker than Lumix LX100 II.
Lumix GH7 is 413 g heavier than Lumix LX100 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH7 · 64mm Lumix LX100 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix LX100 II
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 LX100 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 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 33 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 LX100 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115, 66.2, 64.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
392 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
- ✓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 LX100 II
Pros
- ✓Large Four Thirds sensor
- ✓Fast 24-75mm equivalent lens
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Compact controls
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No tilt screen
- –Not pocket-thin
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix GH7 or Lumix LX100 II?
Lumix GH7 scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix LX100 II — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX100 II?
Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP and Lumix LX100 II is 17 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX100 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix LX100 II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH7 or the Lumix LX100 II?
Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix LX100 II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX100 II?
Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g and Lumix LX100 II weighs 392 g, so the Lumix LX100 II is 413 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX100 II record 4K video?
Lumix GH7: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix LX100 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix GH7 and Lumix LX100 II weather sealed?
Lumix GH7: Yes. Lumix LX100 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH7 and 340 shots for the Lumix LX100 II, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH7 launched at $2,199 and Lumix LX100 II at $999. The Lumix LX100 II is $1,200 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.