GH4vs OM System TG-7
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GH4 (2014)
Starting from £349 new
Best for Video, independent filmmaking & documentary
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OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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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.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
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
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
Quick take: The gh4 has the highest resolution at 16mp; the gh4 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | GH4 (2014) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £449 |
| Sensor | 16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.1MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, C4K/24p (first consumer camera with 4K), 1080p/96fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no body IBIS) | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 12fps (AFS), 7fps (AFC) | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~500 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 560g (with battery and card) | 253g |
| Dimensions | 133.2 × 93.4 × 83.0mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.67× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5mm mic jack, headphone jack, HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH4 | OM System TG-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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