Following the announcement of the Panasonic LUMIX S1H, Panasonic has also announced the release of a firmware update for the LUMIX S1 to expand its video capabilities. Part of the announcement are also 1.4x and 2x teleconverters for LUMIX S telephoto zoom lenses. Finally, for Micro-Four-Thirds shooters, there is a new LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 10-25mm F/1.7 ASPH lens. Panasonic Firmware Update for LUMIX S1 We have already reported about the Panasonic LUMIX S1 paid firmware update and the wait is over. Screen grab from Panasonic’s press event @ Cine Gear 2019. The upgrade software key (codename: DMW-SFU2) unlocks following features: V-Log recording with up to 14+ stops of Dynamic Range. V-Log and V-Gamut are compatible with Cinema VariCam Look 4:2:2 10-bit 4K MOV up to 30 frames per second internal video recording 4:2:2 10-bit 4K up to 60 frames per second via HDMI output In-camera LUT application enabling playback of V-Log while or after recording (LUT Display with Custom Function) A Waveform Monitor to help you judge your exposure High-res 48-kHz/24-bit or 96-kHz/24-bit sound can be recorded in MOV using the XLR Microphone Adaptor DMW-XLR1 The DMW-SFU2 upgrade software key will be available in July 2019 and will cost $199. New Teleconverters for LUMIX S Telephoto Zoom Lenses Panasonic has also introduced a 1.4x teleconverter (codename: DMW-STC14) and 2x teleconverter (codename: DMW-STC20). Both are compatible with S series telephoto lenses and especially the LUMIX S PRO 70-200 F/4.0 OIS. Indeed, they are also compatible with the 70-200mm F/2.8 S series...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 31 May, 2019