The Updated content:

 ProRes RAW, Blackmagic RAW

 Real-time image synthesis function

 Video Repair Tool

 Improved image quality when shooting with V-LOG

 Improve compatibility with some SD cards

 Improve operational stability

At the same time, the Panasonic Lumix S5M2 starts pre-sale, with a deposit of 500 CNY and a hand price of 12,298 CNY. The camera adopts a new imaging engine, which can realize fast, accurate and reliable PDAF (new phase hybrid autofocus), and the number of autofocus points has increased to 779; providing 4:2:0 10 bit 6K (or 3:2)/5.9 K (16:9), 4:2:2 10 bit C4K / 4K recording with no recording time limit; adopts body I.S. and O.I.S 5-axis dual-effect anti-shake, allowing up to 6.5 slow shutter speeds.

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Updates:

New live view display option: In AFC mode, when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the live view display setting can freely select "speed priority" and "image quality priority" options. After updating the firmware, the default setting is "speed priority.

It is learned that the official Panasonic DC-S5M2 autofocus points increased to 779, significantly improving the subject tracking ability, combined with the body I.S. (5-axis) and lens OIS (Optical Image Stabilizer, 2-axis), 5-axis dual 1.S.2 correction capability optimization. Equipped with active I.S. stabilization technology that supports walking motion shooting to further enhance image stabilization for video shooting.

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The machine is now back on the official store and will be officially launched tomorrow. The single body is only priced at 2398 RMB. The kit is shown in the picture below.

For reference, the Panasonic LUMIX G7 camera is currently imported by Jingdong International for $9,939. For comparison, the camera was listed in June 2015 at $799.99 (currently about 5,512 RMB).

The Panasonic G7 mirrorless camera uses a M4/3 format 16-megapixel Live MOS sensor with an ISO sensitivity range of 160-25600. The focusing system uses the same DFD space recognition ultra-high-speed focusing performance as the GH4, and supports up to 49 focusing points. The speed can reach 0.07s.

In order to deal with such a large amount of information, Panasonic has adopted the Venus quad-core multi-threaded image processor in the G7 camera, and the camera can shoot up to 8 frames per second (6 frames per second in AF-C format).

The appearance of the G7 is very “sharp”, including the flash and the edges of the fuselage are very tough, but the handle has a better ergonomic design according to the official, and the feel has been improved a lot.

On the top of the camera, the new machine uses a command dial and a double dial to adjust parameters. The back of the camera uses a 3-inch 1.04 million-dot LCD screen, and the electronic viewfinder has been upgraded to 2.36 million dots.

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According to the news, this new machine will be equipped with a 24.2-megapixel full-frame sensor, supporting 6K 24 / 25 / 30 fps 4:2:2 10bit, DCI 4K 24 / 25 / 30 / 56 / 60 fps 4:2:2 10bit, Full HD 120fps 4:2:0 10bit, Full HD 60fps 4:2:2 10bit shooting.

It is said that it will use the new hybrid focus sensor of the same type as the S5 Mark II, with an ISO range of up to 100-102400 (50-204800). Natvie ISO HDMI Full Size and more.

In addition, there are also rumors that the Panasonic S1H Mark II will be released soon. The summary of the rumored specifications of the Panasonic S1H Mark II are as follows:

47- or 50-megapixel full-frame sensor

New phase detection autofocus system

UHD, DCI 8K 24/ 25/30/48/50/60 fps

4K oversampling, 4K 120fps may also be oversampling

8k&6K RAW output

6K and 8K ProRes RAW

Supports SD and CFe cards (TypeB)

Of course, I don’t know anything about the camera function of the new phone, whether it is certified by Netflix, whether it is compatible with Ninja V / V+, pricing and other information. This new machine may be announced at the end of March 2023, but it may also be delayed, so stay tuned.

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Panasonic last week launched the LUMIX S5II (aka S5M2) and S5IIX (aka S5M2X) cameras, the company’s latest full-frame mirrorless cameras that focus on video recording. From then on, the LUMIX S series will have seven full-frame bodies: S5, S5M2, S5M2X, S1, S1R, S1H, and BS1H.

Panasonic LUMIX S5 II stand-alone price is 13,998 CNY, and the first event price is 11,498 CNY; LUMIX S5 II X stand-alone price is 15,498 CNY; LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO lens price is 5,598 CNY.

According to Jingdong Mall, the price of S5M2K (S5M2+20-60mm) kit is 13,498 CNY, and the price of S5M2W (S5M2+20-60mm+50mm) kit is 15,198 CNY.

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The LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO consists of 14 lenses in 10 groups, including one aspherical ED (low dispersion) lens, one aspherical lens, three ED (low dispersion) lenses, and one UHR (high refractive index) lens. Despite its compact size and light weight of approximately 345 grams, the LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO has a macro shooting capability of 0.25 (at 14mm) to 0.5x (at 28mm). And with a closest focusing distance of 0.15m available throughout the zoom range, it is suitable for a wide range of situations, for close-up shots with beautiful bokeh effects, and for ultra-wide angle landscape photography.

The LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO operates smoothly and quietly, working in concert with the camera’s high-speed, high-precision autofocus system with lens drive speeds of up to 240 fps. With the nonlinear focus setting, the focus moves a non-constant distance depending on the speed of rotation of the focus ring, while with the linear focus setting, the focus moves a constant amount depending on the unit angle of rotation of the focus ring. Sensitivity (the amount of focus shift per unit angle of rotation) can be selected from 90 to 360 degrees to achieve the desired focus operation (maximum focus travel varies by camera model, up to 1080 degrees on the S5II, S5IIX, and BS1H (as of January 2023)).

For video recording performance, the LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO is designed with a lens group that minimizes breathing during focusing, a serious flaw common to lenses designed for flat photography. This, coupled with the micro-step aperture control function to help smooth out exposure changes, can help photographers record more professional-quality videos.

The LUMIX S 14-28mm F4-5.6 MACRO and LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 lenses have the same overall length and the same location of the control components (zoom ring and focus ring), with nearly the same weight and center of gravity, making it easier to make smaller balance adjustments while the camera is on the stabilizer and facilitating quick lens changes, making it even more advantageous in use.

With reliable dust and splash-resistant design, it can be used even in the harsh conditions of -10 degrees Celsius and has excellent mobility. The outermost lens has a fluorine coating to ensure water/oil resistance. A 77mm diameter ND / PL filter can be fitted.

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LEICA DGVARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm / F2.8 ASPH combines a large aperture and optical stabilization of the lens in a compact and lightweight package. Optical stabilization covers most shooting scenarios. This lens is a redesigned replacement for the LUMIX G X VARIO 12-35mm / F2.8 II ASPH lens, which is one of the Panasonic LUMIX G Micro Four Thirds System lens big three, has passed Leica’s strict optical standards.

The LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm / F2.8 ASPH./ POWER O.I.S. lens consists of 9 groups of 14 lenses, including 4 aspherical lenses, 1 UED (Ultra Low Dispersion) lens and 1 UHR (Ultra High Refractive Index) lens for higher optical performance.

The glass material of the UHR lens has been updated to achieve higher light transmission for more natural color reproduction. Panasonic’s nano surface coating technology provides an effective anti-reflection coating to ensure higher resolution. By applying a thin coating with nanoscale microstructure, it has lower dispersion, allowing reflection and dispersion in the 380-780mm range (including visible wavelengths) to be attenuated. Together with the newly designed hood, the chance of flare and ghosting is reduced.

LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm / F2.8 ASPH Compared with the conventional LUMIX G X VARIO 12-35mm/ F2.8 II ASPH, the LUMIX G X VARIO 12-35mm/ F2.8 II ASPH has a closest focusing distance of 0.25m and a magnification of 0.17x. The LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm / F2.8 ASPH./ POWER O.I.S. has a shorter closest focusing distance of 0.15m (wide end) and a larger magnification of 0.21x (17mm) for more scenarios.

The LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm / F2.8 ASPH./POWER O.I.S. operates smoothly and quietly, working in high synergy with the camera’s high-speed, high-precision contrast focusing system, with a sensor driver that can reach a maximum speed of 240 fps. It also excels in video recording performance, effectively suppressing the breathing effect, a serious problem with lenses designed only for still image photography. [Micro Step Aperture Control] enables smooth exposure changes for professional-quality video recording. Combined with body stabilization and optical stabilization of the lens, dual stabilization provides effective shake correction.

The external design has been refined to match the Leica name. LEICA DGVARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm /F2.8 ASPH achieves a lightweight and compact size of approximately 306 grams, with the lightweight portability of the Micro Four Thirds system. It supports a reliable dust/splash-proof design that withstands use in harsh conditions down to -10 degrees Celsius. The lens diameter is 58mm, with 7 aperture blades.

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YouTuber @Ordinaryfilmaker [Simon] now has a lot of new information about the Panasonic S5 Mark II camera. According to the report, the Panasonic S5 mark II will be equipped with a new phase autofocus system, this autofocus system is as good as the latest autofocus systems from Canon and Sony.

To summarize the current rumors about the Panasonic S5 Mark II.

Body shape based on S5 upgrade, to be released soon

The elimination of DFD contrast detection autofocus.

The adoption of a new phase-detection autofocus system.

No LiDAR.

L-Mount Alliance compatible.

The first generation of the Panasonic Lumix S5 camera was released in September 2020, has not been updated the model for more than two years.

The Panasonic Lumix S5 is equipped with the Venus engine, a 24.2-megapixel CMOS full-frame sensor with dual native ISO technology that offers a maximum ISO 51200 (expanding ISO 204800) with a shutter speed of 1/8000th of a second. In addition to RAW, it supports a 96MP high-resolution mode in JPEG format.

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And to take into account both performance and lightweight and portable, M43 format will be the best balance of choice, Panasonic GH6 hot sale also seems to confirm this, but I am still looking forward to the GM series of follow-up models update, lightweight and compact, good performance, as a secondary camera can not be more suitable.

He said the volume of the digital camera market is declining at a rate of 10-20% per year, but this is something Panasonic could have imagined when smartphones first appeared, but their functionality is limited by their size and the existence of full-size cameras that cover it.

He believes that full-frame cameras are simple to make, easy for customers to get started, and the bar is being lowered. This is why developing full-frame cameras is the key to securing the camera business.

In addition, both compact and DSLR camera sales are declining, but the mirrorless camera market share is rising, and what is causing concern is the growing demand for hybrid cameras that include video elements.

It was previously announced that Panasonic will release a full-frame mirrorless Lumix S5 Mark II camera during the CP + Show in February 2023, with unknown specifications, and that the Mark II model will replace the current Lumix S5 microsingle.

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The 18mm focal length is suitable for a wide range of scenes, such as landscape, astronomy, and architecture photography with an ultra-wide angle of view. The closest focusing distance is 0.18m, allowing for close-up shots.

The LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 weighs approximately 340g, making it lightweight and flexible enough to be used with the LUMIX full-frame camera S5. The reliable dust/splash-proof design allows for high mobility even in harsh conditions down to -10 degrees Celsius. The filter diameter is 67mm and the lens comes with nine circular aperture blades.

At this time, Panasonic has not yet announced the availability of this lens.

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