Panasonic Lumix DC-GH7 firmware

Firmware history

1. Version 1.8 Latest Released Jun 1, 2026 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   There were cases where AF-ON would not functi​on under certain shooting settings when [Shutte​r AF] was set to [OFF]. This bug has been fixed.

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2. Version 1.7 Released Apr 22, 2026 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   Support for the Panasonic microphone DM​W-DMS1. Compatible with the new features on LUMIX smartphone app "LUMIX Flow (Ver.1.5 or higher)". Operational stability has been i​mproved. Operating Instructions for the Change of Specifications

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3. Version 1.6 Released Nov 18, 2025 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   Video recording stopped when the​ wireless connection to Support for LUMIX Smartphone App, LUMIX Flow​ or LUMIX Lab was interrupted. This phenomenon has been improved.

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4. Version 1.5 Released Oct 20, 2025 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   Improved compatibility - The Bluetooth connectivity for pairing with DJI gimbals has been added.

   • This does not guarantee all performance capabilities.
   • Click here for information on verified operation of the gimbal.
   • Enhanced compatibility with OM Digital Solutions' flash units. Support for ​LUMIX Smartphone App, LUMIX Flow ver.1.3 or above. - "LUMIX Flow" is now available for use.
   • External monitor function allows applying LUTs to live view.
   • External monitor function enables displaying multiple frame markers.
   • External monitor function allows showing focus frames.
   • When using the external monitor function via wireless connection (Wi-Fi), the camera's video recording will stop if you turn off your smartphone's Bluetooth or exit the app during video recording. Please do not turn off Bluetooth or c​lose the app while using the external monitor function. If you want to prioritize the camera's video recording, please use a wired connection (USB). Additional Video Function - Added "Shutter Speed Limiter" to the video menu. Other Function Improvements and Enhancements - Constant preview available when using flash.
   • The startup speed when turning on the power has been improved. - 17:9 aspect ratio for proxy videos has been added.
   • When registering both photo and video menus into My Menu, common items will be reflected in both modes if registered in either menu.
   • Operational stability has been improved. Operating Instructions for the Change of Specifications
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5. Version 1.4 Released Jul 29, 2025 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   Enhanced the security of products. Improved oper​ational stability.

   • The firmware of LUMIX Tether software is also required to be ​updated to Ver.2.10 or higher.
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6. Version 1.3 Released Jan 23, 2025 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   Multiple frame marker display feature has been added - Up to 3 selected frame markers can be displayed simultaneously.

   Compatible to the recording format "MP4(Lite)" - The option for the low-bitrate video format "MP4(Lite)" can now be selected. * 3.8K (3840x2880) 29.97p 50Mbps Compatible with the new features on LUMIX smartphone app "LUMIX Lab (Ver.1.3 or higher)" - Remote shooting is now avail​able.

   • Shutter remote control is now available.
   • Wireless IP Streaming feature is now available.
   • Transferring images selected on camera is now available. Feature changes due to security enhancements - When directly connecting the camera and smartphone via Wi-Fi, the connection has been changed to always require password authentication. (The [Wi-Fi Password] menu has been removed.) - The [TKIP] encryption method is no longer supported when connecting to Wi-Fi via an access point.
   • The [No Encryption] option in network authentication is no longer supported whe​n connecting to Wi-Fi via an access point.
   • Wired LAN streaming feature (RTP/RTSP) has been removed.
   • The image transfer feature to PC via Wi-Fi has been removed. (Only European / Ukrainian models) - The streaming feature via RTMP has been removed. (Only European / Ukrainian models) Other improvements - Improved operational stability. Operating Instructions for the Change of Specifications
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7. Version 1.2 Released Nov 6, 2024 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   Improved the noise in​ high luminance areas of image generated in the specific sho​oting environment when recording in ProRes RAW mode.

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8. Version 1.1 Released Jul 31, 2024 First seen Jul 4, 2026
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   Several minor bugs have been fixed.

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