Panasonic Lumix GH7 Mirrorless MFT (Micro Four Thirds) Camera Body, Black {25.2MP}

Panasonic GH7: the Micro Four Thirds camera built for serious video work.

The GH7 sits at the top of Panasonic's Micro Four Thirds lineup and earns that position through its video capabilities. Internal ProRes RAW recording, 5.8K open-gate output, 4K up to 120p, and 1080p up to 240p give video producers a depth of codec and format options that most cameras at any price can't match. The 25MP Four Thirds sensor is the same phase-detect-equipped unit from the G9 II, which means the GH series finally has AF that tracks subjects in video without the hunting that plagued earlier contrast-only Lumix bodies. Subject recognition covers humans, animals, vehicles, and aircraft, with the option to target specific parts like helmets or vehicle fronts.

For stills, 14 fps burst shooting with AFS and an electronic shutter ceiling of 1/32000 sec give action photographers real working room. The 3,686,400-dot EVF with 100% coverage reads cleanly in bright conditions, and the fully articulated 3-inch touchscreen handles low-angle and overhead work without compromise. Dual card slots accept CFexpress Type B and SD UHS-II, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports both charging and direct recording to external SSDs. The weather-sealed SLR-style body adds durability for location work. At 805g, it's not light, but that weight supports a real grip and physical controls worth using.

Who It's For

Documentary and indie filmmakers get internal ProRes RAW, V-Log, ARRI LogC3 support, and a flash sync port that doubles as timecode output, a production-ready feature set in a body that fits a run-and-gun bag. Hybrid shooters who need 14 fps stills and clean 4K video from one camera will find the GH7 covers both without meaningful compromise. The 2x focal length multiplier benefits wildlife and sports photographers working with longer glass on a budget, since a 300mm lens becomes a 600mm equivalent. Content creators who shoot for both landscape and vertical formats will value the 5.8K open-gate 4:3 mode, which provides enough frame height to crop the same clip into both orientations in post.

Key Features

• 25MP Four Thirds phase-detect CMOS sensor with Venus Engine processor
• ProRes RAW internal recording up to 5.7K 60p and 5.8K open-gate 30p
• 14 fps burst shooting with AF-S, electronic shutter to 1/32000 sec
• 4K to 120p, 1080p to 240p, plus 5.8K open-gate video modes
• 3,686,400-dot EVF with 100% coverage and 1.6x magnification
• 3-inch fully articulated touchscreen with static touch control
• Dual CFexpress Type B and SD UHS-II card slots with USB 3.2 Gen 2 SSD recording
• Weather-sealed SLR-style body, phase-detect subject recognition for video

FAQ

What autofocus system does the GH7 use for video?

The GH7 uses phase-detect AF inherited from the G9 II, eliminating the hunting that plagued earlier contrast-only Lumix bodies. It tracks subjects in video smoothly without overshooting and includes subject recognition for humans, animals, vehicles, and aircraft with the option to target specific parts like helmets or vehicle fronts.

Can the GH7 record ProRes RAW internally?

Yes. The GH7 records internal ProRes RAW in 5.7K up to 60p or 5.8K open-gate up to 30p, recorded in V-Log as standard. You can also output RAW video over HDMI to external recorders in 5.8K open-gate up to 30p.

What are the video frame rate options?

The GH7 shoots 1080p up to 240p, 4K up to 120p, and Cinema 4K up to 120p. The top quality option is 5.8K open-gate at up to 30p, which captures the full Four Thirds sensor area in a 4:3 aspect ratio.

Does the GH7 have weather sealing?

Yes. The SLR-style body is weather-sealed for location work and durability.

What storage options does the GH7 support?

The GH7 has dual card slots accepting CFexpress Type B and SD UHS-II cards. It also supports direct recording to external SSDs via USB 3.2 Gen 2, with Frame IO and proxy recording options to the SD card while the original records to CF Express or SSD.

What's the burst rate for still photography?

14 fps with AF-S (single autofocus). With continuous AF, the rate is lower due to the refocusing cycle.

How long does the battery last?

The GH7 is rated for 380 shots per charge (CIPA standard). For video, the DMW-BLK22 battery provides roughly 90 minutes of standard 4K recording.