Panasonic improves the recording of the Lumix S1rii, S1ii and S1iie

The Lumix S Series S1rii, S1II and S1iie cameras of Panasonic They receive a new firmware update aimed at improving the hybrid recording experience and increasing its functionality.

The model S1ria It is the great beneficiary of this round of updates through a version 1.2 that provides the expected recording Open Gate 8.1K / 7.2K (3:2) and video output in RAW data through HDMI for external recording. The system also receives compatibility with Arri Logc3 Through the update key DMW-Sfu3a, recording HeIF in format 4: 2: 0 and 10 bits, and an increase in options for aspect relationship of Frame from 10 to 17, allowing a simultaneous visualization of up to three frames. In addition, the system adds the recognition of urban sports to the abilities of detection of people, such as eyes, faces and bodies, to accurately capture dynamic movements such as Breakdance, Skateboarding and Parkour.

Other key improvements to this firmware update for the Lumix S1RII They are direct transfers from the CFEXPRESS MEMORY BR OR SD memory card to an external SSD; Proxy file recording on the internal memory card during Video RAW data output by HDMI; the transfer of data through Wi-Fi and LAN by cable (with USB-LAN conversion) through Capture One; Compatibility with Timecode synchronization through Bluetooth; connectivity with UVC/UAC devices; Bluetooth connectivity compatibility with stabilizers DJI and the HLG View Assist function. In the field of customization, the camera adds the possibility that the focus ring is used as Control ring, as well as allows the color of the approach box to be chosen between 10 different colors.

On the other hand, the Lumix S1II and S1iie They reach version 1.1 with several novelties shared with the S1rii. Among them, the aforementioned compatibility with Arri Logc3 through an update key; the expansion of aspect relationship options; The choice of the color of the focus, or a focus stack function, which introduces the ability to synthesize images taken in multiple focus positions to produce a single image with great depth of field and sharpness throughout the image. In addition, both cameras admit the transfer of data through Wi-Fi and LAN by cable (with USB-LAN conversion) with Capture One.