Panasonic S1/S1R firmware update version 1.2 released


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Panasonic officially released firmware update version 1.2 for Lumix S1 and Lumix S1R full-frame mirrorless cameras today. You can download these firmware updates here:


Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 Firmware Version 1.2:
  1. Improved performance of the Image Stabilizer
    – The correction performance of the Body Image Stabilizer has been improved from 5.5 stops to 6.0 stops. *1
    – The correction performance of the Dual I.S.2 has been improved from 6.0 stops to 6.5 stops. *2 *3
    *1 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction : focusing distance f=50mm , when S-X50 is used.]
    *2 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=105mm, when S-R24105 is used.]
    *3 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction : focusing distance f=200mm , when S-R70200 is used.]
  2. Improved AF performance
    – [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added.
    [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away.
    – The tracking performance when using [Tracking] AF mode in video recording has been improved.
    – Live view display during auto focusing is now easier to see.
  3. Function Enhancement with Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2
    An [Activate] function has been added which enables the use of extended functions using the Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2.
    The following functions will be added by activating the Upgrade Software Key.
    – The video recording modes [MOV]
    • 4K60p/50p*, 4:2:0 8bit LongGOP, 150Mbps, LPCM
    • 4K30p/25p*, 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP, 150Mbps, LPCM
    • 4K24p, 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP, 150Mbps, LPCM
    • FHD60p/50p*, 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP, 100Mbps, LPCM
    • FHD30p/25p*, 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP, 100Mbps, LPCM
  4. – HDMI 4K60p/50p* 4:2:2 10bit output
    – V-Log will be added in Photo Style.
    – The [V-Log View Assist] function will be added, which enables viewing the V-Log file with LUT(Look Up Table) when recording video in V-Log.
    – The [Read LUT File] function will be added, which allows users to install and apply their favorite LUT.
    – A WFM (Waveform Monitor) display function.
    – A [Luminance Level] adjustment function that complies with 10-bit.
    – An [XLR Mic Adaptor Setting] function that enables high-res sound recording using the XLR Microphone Adapter DMW-XLR1 (sold separately).**
    * PAL area only
    ** MOV only
  5. Improved operational stability
    – Operational stability when using an XQD memory card has been improved.
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R Firmware Version 1.2:
  1. Improved performance of the Image Stabilizer
    – The correction performance of the Body Image Stabilizer has been improved from 5.5 stops to 6.0 stops. *1
    – The correction performance of the Dual I.S.2 has been improved from 6.0 stops to 6.5 stops. *2 *3
    *1 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction : focusing distance f=50mm , when S-X50 is used.]
    *2 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=105mm, when S-R24105 is used.]
    *3 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction : focusing distance f=200mm , when S-R70200 is used.]
  2. Improved AF performance
    – [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added.
    [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away.
    – The tracking performance when using [Tracking] AF mode in video recording has been improved.
    – Live view display during auto focusing is now easier to see.
  3. Improved operational stability
    – Operational stability when using an XQD memory card has been improved.
 

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