Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Released Jun 2024
Panasonic
Lumix ZS200
Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor and 15x Leica lens for vacations.
$799
Released Feb 2018
Lumix GH7 is 6.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GH7
Wins
Lumix ZS200
2 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 14 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 ZS200
111 × 66 × 45 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
Lumix GH7 is 27mm wider, 34mm taller, and 54mm thicker than Lumix ZS200.
Lumix GH7 is 465 g heavier than Lumix ZS200.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH7 · 45mm Lumix ZS200
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix ZS200
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 lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix ZS200: 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 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 ZS200
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Weight
340 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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 ZS200
Pros
- ✓True pocket size
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓24–360mm zoom
Cons
- –Small sensor vs FF
- –No viewfinder grip
- –Older model
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix GH7 or Lumix ZS200?
Lumix GH7 scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix ZS200 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS200?
Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP and Lumix ZS200 is 20.1 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS200 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix ZS200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH7 or the Lumix ZS200?
Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix ZS200 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS200?
Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g and Lumix ZS200 weighs 340 g, so the Lumix ZS200 is 465 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS200 record 4K video?
Lumix GH7: 5.8K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS200: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS200 weather sealed?
Lumix GH7: Yes. Lumix ZS200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH7 and 370 shots for the Lumix ZS200, giving the Lumix GH7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH7 launched at $2,199 and Lumix ZS200 at $799. The Lumix ZS200 is $1,400 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.