Panasonic
Lumix GH7
Micro Four Thirds video flagship with ProRes RAW and open gate.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Panasonic
Lumix ZS300
Large-sensor travel compact with 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS, 15x 24–360mm Leica zoom, 4K30 video, hybrid O.I.S., and USB-C — ZS200 successor without EVF.
$899
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Lumix ZS300 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GH7
Wins
Lumix ZS300
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
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 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
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix GH7
138 × 100 × 100 mm
805 g (1.77 lb / 28.40 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 × 45 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
Lumix GH7 is 27mm wider, 34mm taller, and 54mm thicker than Lumix ZS300.
Lumix GH7 is 468 g heavier than Lumix ZS300.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH7 · 45mm Lumix ZS300
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS300
111 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix GH7
138 × 100 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix ZS300
111 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH7
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Lumix ZS300
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 ZS300: 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/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 ZS300
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.2, 66.4, 45.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Weight
337 g vs 805 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MP4
Battery life (CIPA)
360 shots vs 350 shots — higher 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
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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 ZS300
Pros
- ✓1-inch 20.1MP BSI sensor
- ✓15x 24–360mm Leica zoom
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo burst
- ✓AF macro from 3 cm
- ✓USB-C + Bluetooth/Wi-Fi sharing
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS200)
- –Slow f/3.3–6.4 aperture
- –Fixed rear screen only
- –$100 premium over ZS200 launch
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix GH7 or Lumix ZS300?
Lumix GH7 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for Lumix ZS300 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS300?
Lumix GH7 is 25.2 MP and Lumix ZS300 is 20.1 MP, so the Lumix GH7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS300 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH7 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix ZS300 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH7 or the Lumix ZS300?
Lumix GH7 reaches 75 fps electronic. Lumix ZS300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS300?
Lumix GH7 weighs 805 g and Lumix ZS300 weighs 337 g, so the Lumix ZS300 is 468 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS300 record 4K video?
Lumix GH7: 4K up to 120p. Lumix ZS300: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Lumix GH7 and Lumix ZS300 weather sealed?
Lumix GH7: Yes. Lumix ZS300: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH7 and 360 shots for the Lumix ZS300, giving the Lumix ZS300 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH7 launched at $2,199 and Lumix ZS300 at $899. The Lumix ZS300 is $1,300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.