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Lumix GH7

Panasonic

Lumix GH7

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

$2,199

Launch price

Released Jun 2024

vs
Lumix LX100 II

Panasonic

Lumix LX100 II

Premium fixed-zoom compact with multi-aspect Four Thirds sensor, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.

$999

Launch price

Released Aug 2018

Lumix GH7 is 5.8 years newer.

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Wins

15categories

Lumix GH7

Sports & ActionWildlife

Wins

1categories

Lumix LX100 II

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix GH7 wins 5 categories·Lumix LX100 II 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 (315 vs 49)
  • ALumix GH7 has higher RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 33 frames)
  • ALumix GH7 has higher 1080p max frame rate (300 fps vs 60 fps)

Key specs at a glance

Lumix GH7Lumix LX100 II
Resolution25.2 MP17 MP
SensorMFTMFT
ISO max25,60025,600
Burst75 fps40 fps
4K120 fps30 fps
IBIS7.5-stopNo
Weight805 g392 g
Battery350 shots340 shots

Size and weight, to scale

Lumix GH7 front view

Lumix GH7

138 × 100 × 100 mm

805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Lumix LX100 II front view

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

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

Lumix GH7 back view

Lumix GH7

138 × 100 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Lumix LX100 II back view

Lumix LX100 II

115 × 66 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

Lumix GH7 top view

Lumix GH7

138 × 100 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Lumix LX100 II top view

Lumix LX100 II

115 × 64 mm

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix GH7

17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type

225 mm² area

Lumix LX100 II

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

Lumix GH7

✓ more lenses

Micro Four Thirds

130+

native lenses available

60 first-party70 third-party

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

Use caseLumix GH7Lumix LX100 II
Portrait
5.0Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
10.0Excellent✓ wins
4.5Fair
Video & Hybrid
6.5Good✓ wins
3.0Limited
Landscape
5.0Fair✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
5.5Fair✓ wins
4.5Fair
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/SDHC/SDXC

  • Max video bit rate

    1900 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better

  • AF points / zones

    315 vs 49 — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    170 frames vs 33 frames — 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 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 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 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

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

Lumix GH7
Lumix LX100 II
Resolution
25.2 MP+48%
17 MP
Sensor type
BSI CMOS
Four Thirds Live MOS
Sensor size
17.3 x 13 mm
17.3 x 13.0 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX100 II
Aperture
f/1.7-2.8
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24-75 mm
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX100 II
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX100 II
ISO min (native)
100−100 less
200
ISO max (native)
25,600
25,600
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
25,600
Lumix GH7
Lumix LX100 II
Shutter type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, Lumix GH7 or Lumix LX100 II?

Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix LX100 II — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.

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: 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 350 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.

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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.