S1(R).2 Firmware 1.2 released

[ikolbyi]

Software License Agreement | Digital Camera | Digital AV | Support | Panasonic Global

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1. Support for RAW video output via HDMI to ATOMOS recorders has been added.- [8.1K(3:2)], [8.1K(17:9)], [7.2K(3:2)], [5.7K(17:9)], and [4.8K(4:3)] 12-bit RAW video data can be output over HDMI.- The ATOMOS HDMI field monitors/recorders "NINJA V+", "NINJA V", "NINJA", "NINJA ULTRA", "SHOGUN", "SHOGUN ULTRA", and "SHOGUN CONNECT" allow for recording in Apple ProRes RAW.* This does not guarantee all performance capabilities.* "NINJA V+", "NINJA ULTRA", "SHOGUN ULTRA", and "SHOGUN CONNECT" support all video RAW data. "NINJA V", "NINJA", and "SHOGUN" do not support certain video RAW data.* To edit video RAW data recorded with ATOMOS recorders, software that is compatible with Apple ProRes RAW is required.* If you wish to edit video RAW data with the same color tone as V-Log/V-Gamut, please use the LUT available on the support site below.
   https://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/download/lut/s1h_raw_lut/
2. Support for RAW video output via HDMI to Blackmagic Design recorders has been added.- [8.1K(3:2)], [8.1K(17:9)], [7.2K(3:2)], [5.7K(17:9)], and [4.8K(4:3)] 12-bit RAW video data can be output over HDMI.- The Blackmagic Design recorders “Blackmagic Video Assist 5" 12G HDR” and “Blackmagic Video Assist 7" 12G HDR” allow for recording in Apple ProRes RAW.* This does not guarantee all performance capabilities.* When recording in 8.1K (3:2) 24p, 8.1K (17:9) 30p/25p, 7.2K(3:2) 30p/25p, 5.7K 60p/50p or 4.8K 60p/50p, constant bitrate 5:1 or less is recommended for SSD recording and 8:1 or less for SD card recording.* DaVinci Resolve or DaVinci Resolve Studio is required to play back and DaVinci Resolve Studio to edit Blackmagic RAW data.
3. Compatibility with DJI gimbals has been improved.- Bluetooth connectivity has been enabled for use with DJI gimbals.* This does not guarantee all performance capabilities.** Click here for information on verified operation of the gimbal.
4. Compatibility with "Capture One" has been improved.- Wi-Fi connection with "Capture One" and wired LAN connection using a USB Ethernet adapter are now supported.* This does not guarantee all performance capabilities.** Click here for information on verified operation of the USB dongle.
5. Timecode Sync functionality with external devices has been added.- Bluetooth connection with ATOMOS UltraSync BLUE now allows for timecode synchronization.* This does not guarantee all performance capabilities.
6. Feature addition via upgrade software key "DMW-SFU3A"- An [Activation] feature has been added to enable extended functions using the separately sold upgrade software key "DMW-SFU3A." By performing "Activation," the [Photo Style] [ARRI LogC3] will be added.
7. Video quality options for recording in [MOV] have been added.- Added video quality options for [8.1K (3:2)] and [7.2K (3:2)].
8. Internal proxy recording function added for HDMI RAW Output.- It is now possible to simultaneously record low-bitrate proxy videos during HDMI RAW output.
9. HEIF format has been added.- Added HEIF image recording format (.HIF).- HLG shooting in HEIF format is now supported.
10. AF Recognition has been enhanced.- "Urban Sports" recognition has been added to the automatic recognition targets.
11. Focus stacking feature has been added.- Deep-focus images can now be generated by compositing images taken at multiple focal points.
12. Enhanced Image Copying Function- It is now possible to copy files recorded on an SD card/CFexpress card directly to an SSD.
13. Improved Focus Ring Operability for Interchangeable Lenses- A preferred function can now be assigned to the focus ring.- The rotation direction of the focus ring (clockwise/counterclockwise) can now be set.- Lenses compatible with this function are required.
    Click here for confirmed operation information on compatible lenses.
14. Enhanced Pixel Refresh Function- An option to automatically perform pixel refresh has been added to the menu.- This will be automatically set to ON after the firmware update. The mechanical shutter will operate while the pixel refresh is in progress.- Pixel refresh function runs automatically on first power-off after the firmware update.
15. Other enhancements- The color of the AF frame can now be changed.- The frame marker function has been enhanced (up to three frame markers can now be displayed at the same time).- UVC (USB Video Class) standard compatibility has been added.- Compatibility with OM Digital Solutions Co., Ltd. flash units has been improved.- Support for enhanced functions of LUMIX Flow (Ver.1.2) has been implemented.* Click here for details on function enhancements.
    - When certain video quality settings are applied, the cropping range during live crop shooting has been adjusted to reduce processing load on the camera.- Other improvements have been made to enhance operational stability.

 

[Rafael Rivera]

TY! Great update as usual. One of the primary reasons I've shifted to Panasonic recently. Great post-purchase customer support.

Digging 10-bit HEIF instead of JPEG.

 

[BaldEgo]

Focus stacking feature has been added.- Deep-focus images can now be generated by compositing images taken at multiple focal points.

Does anyone know yet whether the in-camera composited image from the focus stacking process is a jpeg or a raw file? Canon has this feature on its latest higher-end cameras but it only results in a composited jpeg file. A composited raw file would be extremely attractive to me.

 

[Rafael Rivera]

Focus stacking feature has been added.- Deep-focus images can now be generated by compositing images taken at multiple focal points.

Does anyone know yet whether the in-camera composited image from the focus stacking process is a jpeg or a raw file? Canon has this feature on its latest higher-end cameras but it only results in a composited jpeg file. A composited raw file would be extremely attractive to me.

I was wondering the same thing, and read that it was going to be a JPEG. I had hoped for a RAW or an HEIF file, but it's better than it was before.

 

[BostonBoy]

Installed. Testing.

 

[_vlad]

+ added new focus mode Urban sport activities (same as with S1II. Having HEIF is nice, however buffer clearance with HEIF instead of JPG is twice as long.... Some sort of heavy in-camera processing comes into play. For fast bursts it is problematic.

On top of that modern AI NR programs (Topaz, ON1, DXO) etc. cannot remove the noise effectively from the Hi-Iso JPG shots - and HEIF is kind of that. JPG noise-reduction-qualitye is noway close to RAW NR processing. And when using HLG processing (high dynamic range) the shot must be still adjusted, so why not go directly with RAW.

Maybe it can appeal to some - however I will probably not use it.

 

[ikolbyi]

+ added new focus mode Urban sport activities (same as with S1II. Having HEIF is nice, however buffer clearance with HEIF instead of JPG is twice as long.... Some sort of heavy in-camera processing comes into play. For fast bursts it is problematic.

On top of that modern AI NR programs (Topaz, ON1, DXO) etc. cannot remove the noise effectively from the Hi-Iso JPG shots - and HEIF is kind of that. JPG noise-reduction-qualitye is noway close to RAW NR processing. And when using HLG processing (high dynamic range) the shot must be still adjusted, so why not go directly with RAW.

Maybe it can appeal to some - however I will probably not use it.