Panasonic has announced a series of new firmware updates for its LUMIX S1RII, S1II, and S1IIE full-frame mirrorless cameras.
New updates include:
- Urban Sports recognition – accurately capture dynamic movements like breakdancing, skateboarding and parkour, in addition to the existing human detection capabilities.
- Focus stacking – synthesise images taken at multiple focus positions to produce a single image with deep depth of field and sharpness throughout.
- ARRI LogC3 – available using the DMW-SFU3A Software Upgrade Key (sold separately), enabling the colours to match ARRI’s digital cinema cameras.
- Frame aspect ratio – options expanded from 10 to 17, enabling the simultaneous display of up to three frames.
- Capture One – supports data transfer via Wi-Fi and wired LAN.
LUMIX S1RII Firmware Version 1.2 Updates
Advanced Recording Formats
- 8.1K / 7.2K (3:2) Open Gate recording and RAW data video can be output via HDMI for external recording.
- ARRI LogC3 will be available by using DMW-SFU3A Software Upgrade Key (sold separately), enabling the colors to match ARRI’s digital cinema cameras .
- Supports HEIF recording in 4:2:0 10-bit format.
- Improved Shooting Assistance Tools
- Urban Sports recognition will be added to the existing human detection capabilities for eyes, faces, and bodies, accurately capturing dynamic movements like breakdancing, skateboarding, and parkour.
- The frame aspect ratio options will be expanded from 10 to 17 and enable simultaneous display of up to three frames.
- Focus stacking function introduces the ability to synthesize images taken at multiple focus positions to produce a single image with deep depth of field and sharpness throughout
Expanded Workflow Capabilities
- Direct transfers from the CFexpress Type B or SD memory card to an external SSD can be made, giving more workflow options and greater flexibility.
- Supports recording proxy files to the internal memory card during HDMI RAW video data output.
- Supports data transfer via Wi-Fi and wired LAN (USB-LAN conversion) with Capture One
- Compatible with timecode synchronization via Bluetooth+.
- Connectivity with UVC/UAC devices is supported
- Compatible with Bluetooth connectivity with DJI’s gimbals
- HLG View Assist will be available for accurate gradation and exposure checks on the camera’s monitor or view
Enhanced customization
- The focus ring can be used as a control ring, enabling for assigning key functions. Additionally, the focus rotation direction can be selected in MF mode.
- The AF frame color can be chosen from 10 colors for better usability.
LUMIX S1II & LUMIX S1IIE Firmware Version 1.1 Updates
- ARRI LogC3 will be available by using DMW-SFU3A Software Upgrade Key (sold separately), enabling the colors to match ARRI’s digital cinema cameras
- The frame aspect ratio options will be expanded from 10 to 17 and enable simultaneous display of up to three frames.
- The AF frame color can be chosen from 10 colors for better usability.
- Focus stacking function introduces the ability to synthesize images taken at multiple focus positions to produce a single image with deep depth of field and sharpness throughout
- Supports data transfer via Wi-Fi and wired LAN (USB-LAN conversion) with Capture One
The firmware updates will be available free of charge from the LUMIX Global Customer Support website on 24th June 2025.
