Panasonic has excitedly announced the expansion of its renowned LUMIX S Series with two new cameras! Bringing exceptional photographic and videographic capabilities with remarkable image quality, dynamic colour representation, and significant advancements in video technology, welcome the new LUMIX S1II and LUMIX S1IIE. Empowering creators, these hybrid cameras are designed to support the pursuit of self-expression through elevated performance and versatility. Then, just when you thought things couldn't get sweeter, Panasonic announced they are also expanding the LUMIX lens lineup, with the introduction of the LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8, a new L-Mount, large-aperture standard zoom lens.
The Panasonic LUMIX S1II is the ultimate hybrid camera, stunningly crafted for professional photographers and videographers. Featuring a newly developed 24.1MP full-frame partially stacked CMOS image sensor and an advanced-generation Venus Engine, the S1II provides faster readout speeds and processing, supporting high frame rate recording in formats such as 4K 120p and 5.8K 60p. With Dynamic Range Boost mode, the S1II is Lumix's first to deliver up to 15 stops in V-Log at frame rates below 30p for superior dynamic range. Photographers can also take advantage of high-speed continuous shooting at up to 70 frames per second with the electronic shutter SH/SH PRE mode for burst shooting of up to 1.5 seconds, and an extended continuous shooting H+ (High-Speed Plus) mode of approximately 10 fps with a mechanical shutter, allowing for post view blackout-free shooting, so you can confidently capture even the most fleeting moments. When it comes to workflow efficiency, the S1II elevates creative flexibility and streamlines content production. The highly acclaimed Open Gate feature now supports additional formats beyond 6K 30p, including LUMIX's first 5.1K 60p high-speed recording, unlocking even more options for creators.
The Panasonic LUMIX S1IIE brings professional-grade features and operability to a hybrid camera ready to efficiently bring to life flawless photos and videos exactly as the creator envisioned. It is equipped with a 24.2MP sensor inspired by the characteristics of the LUMIX S5II, ensuring exceptional image quality tailored for diverse shooting conditions. Incorporating many of the standout features from the S1II, the S1IIE positions itself as a comprehensive tool for creative projects. The S1IIE supports 6K 30p (3:2) open gate video recording, as well as introducing a new Cinemascope video format (2.4:1), available in various frame rates without cropping, up to 60p. Creators can also take advantage of 14+ stops of dynamic range video recording in V-Log plus high-speed continuous shooting, with burst shooting up to 30 fps with the electronic shutter SH/SH PRE mode, and an extended continuous shooting H+ (High-Speed Plus) mode of approximately 10 fps with a mechanical shutter, allowing you to experience post view blackout-free shooting.
Common features of both the LUMIX S1II and S1IIE include:
- Redefined real-time recognition Phase Hybrid AF with improved eye and face detection and AI-driven tracking accuracy for people.
- Addition of the new AF recognition for 'Urban Sports', accurately capturing dynamic movements like breakdancing, skateboarding, and parkour.
- Enhanced 8.0-stop in-body image stabilization (B.I.S.) and newly developed cropless E.I.S. video distortion correction, which stabilizes without cropping the angle of view.
- ARRI LogC3 available for the first time for S series by using DMW-SFU3A Software Upgrade Key (sold separately).
- Supports 5.8K 30p / C4K 60p Apple ProRes RAW HQ / ProRes RAW internal recording to a CFexpress Type B card.
- High-resolution 5.76 million-dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) and a versatile 1.84 million-dot tilt and free-angle monitor which are equipped with a sturdy shutter mechanism rated for up to 400,000 cycles.
- Operating efficiently at temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius.
- Dual recording media options supporting SD and CFexpress Type B cards.
For a closer look at the Panasonic LUMIX S1II, take a look at Dave and Evelyn's TCSTV First Impressions review!
Then we cannot forget about the new LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8! This new lens features a large F2.8 aperture throughout its versatile zoom range. Its unique compact and lightweight design enhances mobility, making it an ideal choice for dynamic landscape and architectural photography, at the 24mm wide-angle perspective, as well as for capturing beautiful, bokeh-rich portraits at 60mm focal length. The Hybrid Zoom feature extends the zoom range up to 187mm for both photos and videos. The generous aperture of F2.8 provides high-resolution performance and exquisite bokeh across the zoom range, offering fast shutter speeds and minimizing subject blur even in low-light conditions.
Through a carefully optimized lens configuration and a minimized filter diameter, the new lens achieves compactness and a light weight of 544g, with a total length of approximately 99.9mm. It also incorporates a recently developed Dual Phase Linear Moto and advanced optical encoder, resulting in high-speed, high-precision AF performance. Versatility is further boosted by an equipped focus button on the lens barrel, facilitating intuitive shooting and allowing customization of preferred features assigned to the button. For the first time in the S series, the LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8 lens supports control ring assignment. This added feature enables quick access to key settings such as aperture control and exposure compensation through the use of the focus ring as a customizable control ring. Moreover, it has outstanding video production capabilities, including an advanced optical design and an optimized internal barrel structure that effectively suppresses focus breathing. In high-contrast scenes, micro-step aperture control ensures smooth F-stop transitions, preventing abrupt exposure changes. With its wide starting angle at 24mm and broad feature set, it is also an excellent choice for video, offering phenomenal versatility in a single lens.
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Panasonic LUMIX S1II Body
Panasonic LUMIX S1IIE Body
Panasonic LUMIX S 24-60mm f2.8
