Panasonic
Lumix GM1
One of the smallest Micro Four Thirds cameras ever made, with a 16MP sensor and pocketable design.
$749
Released Oct 2013
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 12.7 years newer.
Wins
Lumix GM1
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 23)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 7 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 28 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 16 MP)
- ALumix GM1 has lower Weight (204 g vs 713 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix GM1
99 × 55 × 30 mm
204 g (0.45 lb / 7.20 oz)
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Lumix GM1 is 34mm narrower, 42mm shorter, and 53mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI.
Lumix GM1 is 509 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Lumix GM1 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix GM1
99 × 55 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix GM1
99 × 30 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GM1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GM1
Micro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
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 GM1
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 98.5, 54.9, 30.4
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
204 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 23 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 28 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 16 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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 GM1
Pros
- ✓Extremely small
- ✓16MP MFT sensor
- ✓Interchangeable lenses
Cons
- –No EVF
- –No 4K
- –Tiny controls
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix GM1 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix GM1 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GM1 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GM1 is 16 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GM1 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GM1 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GM1 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GM1 reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GM1 and Alpha 7R VI?
Lumix GM1 weighs 204 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Lumix GM1 is 509 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GM1 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Lumix GM1: Full HD. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GM1 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Lumix GM1: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 230 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GM1 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GM1 launched at $749 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Lumix GM1 is $3,750 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.