Panasonic has just released a new, very compact mirrorless camera: the Lumix S9. This “entry-level” camera is part of the S-line family and sports a 24.2MP full-frame image sensor, which is relatively similar to the one in the Lumix S5 II/S5 IIX. For filmmakers, this camera can record in 6K at up to 30 frames per second; it has in-body image stabilization (IBIS) and a Phase Detection autofocus system. So, let’s take a closer look at it! The Panasonic S-line of full-frame mirrorless cameras is relatively famous among photographers and filmmakers with remarkable models such as the LUMIX S1H and, more recently, the S5 II and the video-centric S5 IIX that are terrific all-rounders camera bodies. While Panasonic continues to release frequent free firmware updates for their mirrorless camera bodies, the company has just released a more “budget-friendly” camera for enthusiastic content creators who want to get a first foot in the Panasonic ecosystem of cameras: the LUMIX S9. Panasonic LUMIX S9 – A compact body The Panasonic LUMIX S9 is a compact and lightweight mirrorless camera that measures only 4.96 x 2.91 x 1.84 inches / 12.6 x 7.39 x 4.67cm and weighs 0.9 lbs/403g without battery. The S9 has a micro-HDMI port and a USB-C port on the right. Image credit: Panasonic With such a compact camera body, you have to make compromises, and that’s what Panasonic did with the I/O ports. On the right side of the camera, you’ll find a micro-HDMI port and a USB-C port....
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 22 May