Panasonic introduces LUMIX S1RII full-frame mirrorless camera

Panasonic introduced the LUMIX S1RII full-frame mirrorless camera, featuring a newly developed 44.3MP BSI CMOS sensor and high-performance engine with L² Technology. The new LUMIX S1RII will be available in late March for $3299.99. The high-resolution mode, allowing for handheld shooting at approximately 177MP, enables users to enjoy the presence and detail of subjects, the company said. This is the first LUMIX camera to realize 8K video recording at 14 stops of dynamic range, broadening the possibilities of video creation. The popular Open Gate feature has been enhanced, allowing shooting in 6.4K and even up to 8.1K / 7.2K  with a future firmware update. Furthermore, as a first for the LUMIX S series, it supports the internal recording of 5.8K Apple ProRes RAW HQ / ProRes RAW  to a CFexpress Type B card. This makes it possible to record high-quality video data with minimal setup and without using external devices or cables, providing greater mobility for one-man operations and small-scale shoots.

Evolved real-time recognition Phase Hybrid AF, now with AI tracking, quickly and precisely detects human eyes and faces and follows a subject’s movements smoothly. With high-speed continuous shooting at approximately 40 fps and AF tracking, dynamic subjects can be captured accurately and effortlessly, the company claims. The SH pre-burst mode even starts taking pictures before the shutter is fully pressed..

The LUMIX S1RII will be compatible with the “LUMIX Lab” smartphone application, enabling users to load LUTs directly into the camera. This streamlines the post-production process, allowing for smoother client deliveries. A new “LUMIX Flow” app will be launched to enhance production workflows across various scenarios, such as short films, documentaries, music videos, and corporate promotional videos. This app offers a range of features, from storyboard creation and shooting to file organization. The LUMIX S1RII integrates with third-party software such as “Frame.io” for more efficient postproduction and collaboration and supports tethering via Capture One.

Main Features

High resolution and high image quality for both stills and videos with a newly developed sensor and next-generation engine

• • Utilizes a newly developed approximately 44.3MP full-frame BSI CMOS image sensor.
  • Features a 177MP (approx.) handheld high-resolution mode that captures the immersive presence and details of subjects with precision.
  • Offers high-resolution recording that captures the texture and fine details of subjects and supports LUMIX’s first 8K 30p video recording ² with 14 stops ¹ of dynamic range.
  • Supports 5.8K Apple ProRes RAW HQ / ProRes RAW internal recording to a CFexpress Type B card.

Enhanced core performance that unlocks new creative possibilities

• • Redefined re al-time recognition Phase Hybrid AF with improved eye and face detection and AI-driven tracking accuracy for people.
  • Enhanced 8.0-stop ³ 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.
  • High resolution and high-speed continuous shooting, offering approximately 40 fps ² with the electronic shutter “SH” mode, and an extended continuous shooting “H+ (High Speed Plus)” mode of approximately 10 fps ² with a mechanical shutter, allowing you to experience post view blackout-free shooting.

DMW-BG2

Panasonic also debuted the new DMW-BG2 battery grip, designed to match the feel of the S1RII when holding the camera vertically. The battery in the battery grip can be exchanged while the camera is on, and the grip also supports providing power to the camera for shooting in certain extensive modes.