Panasonic to Release New Firmware for S- Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras and More

PanasonicPublished on 04 Nov 2020Last edited on 23 Jan 2021Written by Dr Jiulin Teng

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Panasonic is set to release new firmware update for its entire S-series full-frame mirrorless as well as the latest Micro-Four-Thirds camera, the G100. This update will improve autofocus, video recording, wireless connectivity, and more.

Panasonic LUMIX DC-S1, S1R, S1H, and S5 receive autofocus and video recording improvements

Updates for S Series

This firmware update introduces the improved autofocus features and performance found in the new LUMIX S5 to LUMIX S1, S1R, and S1H: In addition to eye-autofocus, the new firmware allows the camera to recognize the face and body separately in real-time tracking. As a result, even when the subject is moving quickly and/or when their head is turned away, the camera is able to maintain focus.

Additionally, several other autofocus features have been improved:

Animal recognition is now available
AF+MF mode can now be used in video recording
AF performance during V-Log recording is improved

This update also includes improvements to video recording functionalities:

A recording indication frame is added to S1R and S1
5K and 10-bit HDR video recording as well as 4K 60p/50p 4:2:2 10-bit video output via HDMI are added to S1R
C4K (4096x2160) video recording as well as 5.9K/4K/Anamorphic 3.5K 12-bit RAW video output via HDMI is added to S5

Other areas that Panasonic has improved include WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, vertical video playback, and more.

Panasonic DC-G100 to receive support by LUMIX Webcam Software and more

Updates for G100

The LUMIX G100 will now be supported by the LUMIX Webcam Software. Additionally, the LCD monitor on the G100 can now display the images flipped when the free-angle LCD is rotated.