Upgrade Guide

Lumix GH4→Lumix GH6

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Lumix

GH4

£149 used

2014

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

GH6

£1,199 (+£1,050)

2022

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the GH4. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the GH6

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	GH4	GH6
Price	£149 used	£1,199
Released	2014	2022	↑
Sensor	16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS	25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS
Resolution	16MP	25MP	↑
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)	↓
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

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