LUMIX S1R Firmware Version 1.8 coming
6th April release
- Users can choose to add or remove camera orientation information in [Vertical Position Info (Video)] menu to prevent unintended image rotation in playback.
- [Power Save Mode] can be selected while the camera is powered with an AC adaptor (DMW-AC10, sold separately).
New firmware
https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index4.html
Panasonic has announced that they will be releasing firmware update programs for the LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless cameras S1R, S1H and S1 to enhance functions and usability by the end of 2020.
The new firmware enables the S1R to record 5K video, making the most of its high-resolution image sensor. Also, LUMIX’s state-of-the-art AF technology and performance of the new LUMIX S5 will also be available on the S1R, S1H and S1. The upgraded AF notably excels in detection of human and its movement. In addition to the eye, face, body the head is also separately recognized by real-time detection technology to provide even more precise focusing. The camera keeps tracking the subject person even if he/she moves quickly, turns his/her back to the camera, tilts his/her head or moves far away from the camera. On the other hand, improvements to the DFD technology has enhanced AFC, which also enables users to keep tracking small or fast-moving subjects to capture them in crisp focus. Users can take these advantages in both photo shooting and video recording.
Panasonic further addresses technology development and its achievement shall be applied not only to the new products but also to those already released via firmware update.
you posted that video already on February 1st :)
Looks like Panasonic is heading back to reality. For me personally this is the first time I have been remotely interested in this camera other than just a novelty to look at in the camera shop. Now they just need to improve the ergonomics of the grip to match the weight and launch the S1PC in the sub 2k price range. (S1People's Camera)
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R Mirrorless Digital Camera with 24-105mm Lens, $2313
Next price drop (by retailers this time)!
New firmware v1.3 Out now
- Expanded media compatibility
- CFexpress Type B memory card can be used.
- Expanded compatibility with Profoto wireless transmitters
- Profoto wireless transmitters "Air Remote TTL-O/P" and "Profoto Connect-O/P" can be used.
- All functions may not be available depending on the situation.
- Improved compatibility with Sigma interchangeable lenses and mount converter
- It is possible to assign function to the Fn buttons of Sigma L-Mount interchangeable lenses.
- When attaching a lens using the Sigma MC-21 mount converter and [Image Stabiizer] > [Lens] is set to ON , Body I.S.(Image Stabilizer) suppresses roll movement.
- Improved compatibility with Panasonic interchangeable lenses
- It is possible to assign functions to the lens' Fn buttons when the Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 O.I.S. (S-E70200) is mounted.
- Improved AF performance
- It is possible to set [AF+MF] in AFC mode.
- It is possible to set continuous AF on the live view screen in Creative Video mode or in other video recording mode when the video recording area is displayed.
- Improved performance of High Speed Video
- It is possible to manually set the exposure according to the video exposure mode (P/A/S/M) in High Speed Video mode.
- Other added functions
- It is possible to select the card slot to save the JPEG images developed by in-camera RAW processing.
- [0.5 SEC] has been added for an option of [Duration Time (photo)] in [Auto Review].
- [Forced Flash OFF] can be selected in iA mode.
- [AF Assist Light] has been added to the Focus tab of the [Video] menu.
- [Off (Disable Press and Hold)] can be assigned to the Fn button. It disables operation when the button is long-pressed.
- Fn button can be used for checking aperture effect while the button is pressed.
- Other improvements
- There were cases where F value control failed depending on the maximum F value when non-Panasonic L-Mount lens is mounted. This bug has been fixed.
- Luminance level of photos (including 6K/4K Photo and Post Focus images) can be set when playing back them over HDMI output.
- AE can be locked with the [AF/AE LOCK] button when ISO Auto is set in M mode.
- Image quality of long exposure shot has been improved. (When [Long Exposure NR] is set to OFF and [Vignetting Comp.] is set to ON.)
- Aperture and shutter speed can be controlled using front/rear dials when the rear monitor is set to OFF.
- Improved operational stability
- There were cases where Backup Recording using the Double Card Slot Function stopped during writing. This bug has been fixed.
- AF operation following the pressing of [AF-ON] in MF mode was unstable when the LVF Frame Rate was at 120 fps and the camera was under dim lighting. This bug has been fixed.
- There were cases where the images shot vertically did not rotate on playback. This bug has been fixed.
- There were cases where [Image Stabilizer] was set to OFF when the battery was reinserted. This bug has been fixed.
- Operational stability of image stabilizer has been improved. (When [Image Stabilizer] > [E-Stabilization(Video)] and [Boost I.S.(Video)] is ON. )
https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/index4.html
[VK: Added changes]
S1R Firmware Version 1.3 / S1 Firmware Version 1.3 Coming soon
Expanded media compatibility
Compatibility with CFexpress Type B card: A CFexpress Type B card boasts a theoretical performance of a maximum of 2,000 Mbps. Realizing an approximately 300% higher transfer speed than that of a conventional XQD card, it supports large-volume photos and videos.
Expanded compatibility with Profoto wireless transmitters
Ability to use Profoto wireless transmitters "Air Remote TTL-O/P" and "Profoto Connect-O/P", enabling wireless connection and control of external strobes for professional shooting. All functions may not be available depending on the situation.
Improved compatibility with Sigma interchangeable lenses and mount converter
Ability to assign functions to the Fn buttons of Sigma L-Mount interchangeable lenses.
The performance of Body I.S. (Image Stabilizer) when attaching a lens using the Sigma MC-21 mount converter has been enhanced by suppressing roll movement.Improved compatibility with Panasonic interchangeable lenses
Assignment of functions to the lens Fn buttons when the Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 O.I.S. (S-E70200) is mounted.
Improved AF performance
[AF+MF] can be used in AFC mode.
Setting continuous AF on the live view screen in Creative Video mode or in other video recording modes when the video recording area is displayed.Improved performance of High-Speed Video
Ability to manually set the exposure according to the video exposure mode (P/A/S/M) in High- Speed Video mode.
Other major improvements
- Ability to select the card slot to save the JPEG images developed by in-camera RAW processing.
- An Fn button can be used for checking the aperture effect.
- User can disable any physical operation by assigning the action to an Fn button.
- AF Assist Light is now on the Focus tab of the Video menu.
- The luminance level of photos (including 6K/4K Photo and Post Focus images) can be preset when played back over HDMI output.
- Ability to lock (with the [AF/AE LOCK] button) when ISO Auto is set in M mode.
Horrible internal design
Note the amount of chokes, as it is usually indicator of number of different voltage used. And such number of voltages needed due to much more chips made by different manufacturers that Panasonic is forced to use as it is unable to make good LSI anymore.
Also, it seems like again we have NAND placed as top layer over LSI. Making LSI cooling much worse.
If you look at Panasonic GH2-GH4 and especially Samsung NX300-500, you will think that they come from the future compared to this. As S1R, S1 and S1H main board design is similar to early 2000s designs.
Design that is very hard to assembly and impossible to repair.
Sensor based stabilization leads to around 4x price rise of sensor module.
$700 price drop (due to horrible sales)
Panasonic S1R, Review
Panasonic top managers on important meeting discussing new price hikes
https://www.engadget.com/2019/07/29/panasonic-s1r-mirrorless-camera-review/#
Firmware Version 1.1
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