GH4vs Lumix GH6
Lumix
GH4 (2014)
Starting from £349 new
Best for Video, independent filmmaking & documentary
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Lumix
Lumix GH6 (2022)
Starting from £1199 new
Best for Video creators & documentary filmmakers
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video, Independent Filmmaking & Documentary — GH4 (2014): The world's first consumer 4K camera — the GH4 changed independent filmmaking and proved that broadcast-quality video didn't require a cinema camera budget.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Who should buy what
GH4 (2014)
- Videographers and independent filmmakers who want the camera that started the consumer 4K era
- Content creators looking for a capable 4K body at the lowest entry price
- MFT system users who want the best video capability on a tight budget
- Photographers interested in camera history — the GH4 is a landmark piece
Lumix GH6 (2022)
- Video creators and documentary filmmakers who want a capable MFT video body
- GH5 II owners upgrading to 25MP and 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording
- Content creators who need versatile video specs at a reasonable price
- Filmmakers who want a lightweight, capable video camera with a large lens ecosystem
Quick take: The lumix gh6 has the highest resolution at 25mp; the gh4 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | GH4 (2014) | Lumix GH6 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £1,199 |
| Sensor | 16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 16.1MP | 25.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, C4K/24p (first consumer camera with 4K), 1080p/96fps | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face detection | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no body IBIS) | 7.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 12fps (AFS), 7fps (AFC) | 14fps |
| Battery Life | ~500 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 560g (with battery and card) | 739g body only |
| Dimensions | 133.2 × 93.4 × 83.0mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.67× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5mm mic jack, headphone jack, HDMI | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH4 | Lumix GH6 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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