Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Panasonic - Lumix GH7 | Sony - FX6 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 8K | 4K120 |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full Frame |
Between the Lumix GH7 and FX6, the Lumix GH7 comes out ahead in max video, while the FX6 wins on sensor size. Overall, the Lumix GH7 scores 70.8 and the FX6 scores 61.6 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Lumix GH7 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 9.2 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Lumix GH7 if you care most about max video. The biggest gaps in its favor are max video. The single most decisive one: Max video: 8K (vs 4K120).
Pick the FX6 if you care most about sensor size. Its strongest claims are sensor size. The single most decisive one: Sensor size: Full Frame (vs Four Thirds).
Both ship with comparable optical zoom, xlr input, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Lumix GH7 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: Panasonic - Lumix GH7 or Sony - FX6?
Panasonic - Lumix GH7 leads the current Mars Score by 9.2 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare max video, sensor size against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Panasonic - Lumix GH7 if…
Panasonic - Lumix GH7 has the measurable edge on max video.
Choose Sony - FX6 if…
Sony - FX6 has the measurable edge on sensor size.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Panasonic - Lumix GH7 wins
- ▲Max video: 8K (vs 4K120).
Why Sony - FX6 wins
- ▲Sensor size: Full Frame (vs Four Thirds).
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | Panasonic - Lumix GH7 | Sony - FX6 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 8Klead | 4K120 |
| Optical zoom | 0 | 0 |
| Sensor sizeⓘ | Four Thirds | Full Framelead |
Audio
| Spec | Panasonic - Lumix GH7 | Sony - FX6 |
|---|---|---|
| XLR input | true | true |
| Headphone jack | true | true |
Design
| Spec | Panasonic - Lumix GH7 | Sony - FX6 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 805 glead | 890 g |
| Articulating screen | true | true |