Panasonic made several L-mount announcements today:
- The previously reported Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 lens is officially released - the world’s smallest and lightest zoom lens.
- New firmware updates (will be available tomorrow on this page).
- For the European market only, Panasonic announced a new Lumix S5D full-frame camera with a LiDAR autofocusing system (previously reported here).
- New Panasonic Lumix S9 lens kits and colors were introduced:
- Pre-orders: Adorama | B&H Photo | WEX Photo
- Additional information I
- Additional information II
- Press release
- Key features of new products:
Panasonic LUMIX S1H camera with mounted LiDAR autofocus unit
Panasonic press event in China: new partnership with DJI, LiDAR autofocus, new S lens roadmap
Panasonic and DJI are rumored to be jointly testing a new LiDAR focus technology for cameras
Panasonic Lumix S5D Digital Camera
The Panasonic S5D offers a significant upgrade over the regular S5 body featuring DJI’s LiDAR autofocusing system. By not relying on the surface texture of your subject to acquire focus, this groundbreaking AF system makes it much easier to shoot hand-held and is especially effective in low-light environments. This new body is available as a kit with either Panasonic’s new 18-40mm or celebrated 28-200mm lenses.
- DJI LiDAR autofocusing system
- Faster and more precise AF
- Exceptional image quality
- Optimized for video content
- Tried and tested rugged build
- Available in two kits
Key Features of the Panasonic LUMIX S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3
- 18-40mm focal length
- 18-120mm focal length with the Hybrid Zoom function on LUMIX S9
- Compact and thin design
- Edge-to-edge sharpness and clarity
- Focus breathing suppression for high video performance
- Minimum focusing distance 0.49ft (15 cm)
- Weights 0.34lb (154 grams)
LUMIX S9 Firmware Version 1.1
- A recording time limit menu has been added with a new option to record without time limitation.1
- A display feature for multiple frame markers has been added, which now allows for the display of up to three frame markers simultaneously. This adds further versatility for content creators framing for different aspect ratios or planning shots with multiple compositions, further enhancing the unrivalled convenience of shooting in Open Gate.
- The highly accurate phase hybrid auto focus system has been improved with enhanced subject detection. A new option is now available to select detection of airplanes and trains, as well as specific parts of cars and motorcycles.
- Compatibility with the LUMIX Lab smartphone app has been expanded to include remote shooting, shutter remote control, and the ability to transfer images selected on the camera.
- Operational stability has been improved.
LUMIX S5II Firmware Version 3.1 and LUMIX S5IIX Firmware Version 2.1
- LEICA Monochrome is now available as a Photo Style, providing a strong and dynamic monochrome shooting option.
- Compatibility with the LUMIX Lab smartphone app is now supported.
- The latest Panasonic XLR microphone adapter, DMW-XLR2, is now supported.2
- 5GHz Wi-Fi frequency option now available and has been added to the existing 2.4GHz option.3
- Real Time LUT can now be assigned to the Fn button, allowing creators to easily enjoy a range of popular, classic or bespoke color styles in-camera.
- Operational stability has been improved.
LUMIX G9II Firmware Version 2.2
- Compatibility with the LUMIX Lab smartphone app is now supported.
- The latest Panasonic XLR microphone adapter, DMW-XLR2, is now supported.2
- 5GHz Wi-Fi frequency option now available and has been added to the existing 2.4GHz option.3
- Real Time LUT can now be assigned to the Fn button, allowing creators to easily enjoy a range of popular, classic or bespoke color styles in-camera.
- Operational stability has been improved.
