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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

Panasonic

Lumix ZS200

Pocket travel zoom with 1-inch sensor and 15x Leica lens for vacations.

$799

Launch price

Released Feb 2018

Lumix GH7 is 6.3 years newer.

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Wins

15categories

Lumix GH7

Sports & ActionWildlife

Wins

2categories

Lumix ZS200

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

Lumix GH7 wins 5 categories·Lumix ZS200 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 RAW buffer depth (170 frames vs 14 frames)
  • 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

Lumix GH7Lumix ZS200
Resolution25.2 MP20.1 MP
SensorMFT13.2 x 8.8 mm
ISO max25,60012,800
Burst75 fps30 fps
4K120 fps30 fps
IBIS7.5-stopNo
Weight805 g340 g
Battery350 shots370 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 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

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 ZS200

111 × 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 ZS200

111 × 45 mm

Sensor size, to scale

Lumix GH7

17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type

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 lenses

Micro Four Thirds

130+

native lenses available

60 first-party70 third-party

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

Use caseLumix GH7Lumix ZS200
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

  • RAW buffer depth

    170 frames vs 14 frames — 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 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

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    370 shots vs 350 shots — higher 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 ZS200

Pros

  • True pocket size
  • 1-inch sensor
  • 24–360mm zoom

Cons

  • Small sensor vs FF
  • No viewfinder grip
  • Older model

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

Lumix GH7
Lumix ZS200
Resolution
25.2 MP+25%
20.1 MP
Sensor type
BSI CMOS
1-inch High Sensitivity MOS
Sensor size
17.3 x 13 mm
13.2 x 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
No
Lumix GH7
Lumix ZS200
Aperture
f/3.3-6.4
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
24-360 mm
Lumix GH7
Lumix ZS200
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
Lumix GH7
Lumix ZS200
ISO min (native)
100−25 less
125
ISO max (native)
25,600+1 stop
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
25,600
25,600
Lumix GH7
Lumix ZS200
Shutter type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Focal-plane mechanical + electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000
1/2000 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 ZS200?

Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix ZS200 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.

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: 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 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH7 and 370 shots for the Lumix ZS200, giving the Lumix ZS200 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.

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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.