Panasonic multiplies the video recording capabilities of the Lumix S1RII, S1II and S1IIE

The Lumix S Series S1RII, S1II and S1IIE cameras from Panasonic They receive a new firmware update aimed at improving the hybrid recording experience and increasing its functionality.

The model S1RII is the great beneficiary of this round of updates through a version 1.2 that provides the long-awaited recording Open Gate 8.1K / 7.2K (3:2) and video output in RAW data via HDMI for external recording. The system also receives compatibility with ARRI LogC3 via update key DMW-SFU3A, recording HEIF in 4:2:0 and 10-bit format, and an increase in aspect ratio of frame from 10 to 17, allowing simultaneous viewing of up to three frames. Additionally, the system adds urban sports recognition to people detection capabilities such as eyes, faces and bodies to accurately capture dynamic movements such as breakdancing, skateboarding and parkour.

Other key improvements in this firmware update for the Lumix S1RII are direct transfers from the CFexpress Type B or SD memory card to an external SSD; recording proxy files to the internal memory card while outputting RAW video data via HDMI; data transfer via Wi-Fi and wired LAN (with USB-LAN conversion) via Capture One; support for timecode synchronization via Bluetooth; connectivity with UVC/UAC devices; Bluetooth connectivity support with stabilizers DJI and the HLG View Assist function. In the area of ​​customization, the camera adds the possibility for the focus ring to be used as control ring, as well as allows the color of the focus box to be chosen from 10 different colors.

On the other hand, the Lumix S1II y S1IIE They reach version 1.1 with several new features shared with the S1RII. Among them, the previously mentioned compatibility with ARRI LogC3 through an update key stands out; expanding aspect ratio options; the choice of focus frame color, or a focus stacking feature, which introduces the ability to synthesize images taken at multiple focus positions to produce a single image with great depth of field and sharpness across the entire image. Additionally, both cameras now support data transfer over Wi-Fi and wired LAN (with USB-LAN conversion) with Capture One.