Panasonic Lumix GH7

The ultimate hybrid mirrorless for professional filmmakers

Panasonic Lumix GH7
85/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 19
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 13
Usability 18
Brand Panasonic
Model DC-GH7

Key Features

SENSOR 25.2MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds sensor
PROCESSOR Venus Engine with advanced AI subject detection
AUTOFOCUS Hybrid Phase Detection AF with real-time recognition
PHASE DETECTION On-sensor PDAF for fast, reliable tracking
VIDEO 5.7K 60p, 4K 120p, 10-bit internal ProRes RAW
STABILIZATION 5-axis IBIS with up to 7.5 stops compensation
BURST RATE Up to 60 fps (AFC) or 75 fps (AFS)
VIEWFINDER 3.68m-dot OLED EVF, 0.8x magnification
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 1.84m-dot free-angle touch LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, Full HDMI, Mic/Headphone
MEMORY CARD Dual slots: 1x CFexpress Type B, 1x SD UHS-II
WEATHER SEALING Full weather-sealed magnesium alloy body
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 380 shots (CIPA) using DMW-BLK22

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Panasonic Lumix GH7

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Panasonic Lumix GH7

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Panasonic Lumix GH7 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Panasonic Lumix GH7

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Technical Specification

Sensor Micro Four Thirds Live MOS
Resolution 25.2 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-25600 (expandable to 50)
Autofocus Hybrid Phase/Contrast Detection
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 60 sec
Burst Rate Up to 75 fps
Video 5.7K 60p, 4K 120p, ProRes RAW
Stabilization 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS
Viewfinder 3.68m-dot OLED
LCD 3.0-inch fully articulating
Memory Card CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II
Connectivity USB-C, HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Battery Life 380 shots
Weight 805g (with battery/card)
Dimensions 138.4 x 100.3 x 99.6 mm