Panasonic has revealed details of new firmware updates that promise to improve the functions and usability of their already-most-excellent LUMIX cameras. Without further ado, head below for full details.

LUMIX S1R Firmware Version 1.2

Improved performance of the Body Image Stabiliser

• The correction performance of the Body Image Stabiliser has been increased from a maximum of 5.5 stops to a maximum of 6.0 stops
• The correction performance of the Dual I.S.2 has been increased from 6.0 stops to 6.5 stops

Improved AF performance

• [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added. [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away
• The tracking performance when using [Tracking] AF mode in video recording has been improved
• Live view display during autofocusing is now easier to see

Improved operational stability

• Operational stability when using an XQD memory card has been improved

LUMIX S1 Firmware Version 1.2

Improved performance of Body Image Stabiliser

• The correction performance of the Body Image Stabiliser has been increased from a maximum of 5.5 stops to a maximum of 6.0 stops.
• The correction performance of the Dual I.S.2 has been improved from 6.0 stops to 6.5 stops.

Improved AF performance

• [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added. [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away.
• The tracking performance when using [Tracking] AF mode in video recording has been improved.
• Live view display during autofocusing is now easier to see.

Function Enhancement with Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2

• An [Activate] function has been added which enables the use of extended functions using the Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2.

Video modes [MOV]

• HDMI 4K60p/50p 4:2:2 10bit output & V-Log will be added in Photo Style.
• The [V-Log View Assist] function will be added, which enables viewing the V-Log file with LUT when recording video in V-Log.
• The [Read LUT File] function will be added, which allows users to install and apply their favourite LUT.A WFM [Waveform Monitor] display function.
• A [Luminance Level] adjustment function that complies with 10-bit.
• An [XLR Mic Adaptor Setting] function that enables high-res sound recording using the XLR Microphone Adapter DMW-XLR1 [sold separately].

Improved operational stability

• Operational stability when using an XQD memory card has been improved

LUMIX GH5 Firmware Version 2.5 – LUMIX GH5S Firmware Version 1.3 – LUMIX G9 Firmware Version 1.3

Improved compatibility with the Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 10-25mm / F1.7 ASPH. [H-X1025] digital interchangeable lens.

• Smooth aperture control available during video recording.
• [Aperture Ring Increment] has been added with which users can choose the control method of the aperture ring from [SMOOTH] or [1/3EV] in photo shooting.

Improved compatibility with the Panasonic Remote Shutter DMW-RS2.

The video REC switch on the Remote Shutter can be disabled in the camera’s custom menu.

LUMIX G90 Firmware Version 1.3

Improved compatibility with the Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 10-25mm / F1.7 ASPH. (H-X1025) digital interchangeable lens.

• Smooth aperture control is available during video recording.
• [Aperture Ring Increment] has been added with which users can choose the control method of the aperture ring from [SMOOTH] or [1/3EV] in photo shooting.

Improved compatibility with the Panasonic Battery Grip DMW-BGG1.

• The Fn button on the Battery Grip can be customized in the camera’s custom menu.#

LUMIX G80 Firmware Version 1.3

Improved compatibility with the Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 10-25mm / F1.7 ASPH. [H-X1025] digital interchangeable lens.

• Smooth aperture control is available during video recording.[Aperture Ring Increment] has been added with which users can choose the control method of the aperture ring from [SMOOTH] or [1/3EV] in photo shooting.

Improved compatibility with the Panasonic Remote Shutter DMW-RS2.

• The video REC switch on the Remote Shutter can be disabled in the camera’s custom menu.

LUMIX GX9 Firmware Version 1.3

Improved compatibility with the Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 10-25mm / F1.7 ASPH. (H-X1025) digital interchangeable lens.

• Smooth aperture control is available during video recording.
• [Aperture Ring Increment] has been added with which users can choose the control method of the aperture ring from [SMOOTH] or [1/3EV] in photo shooting.

All updates will be available from the LUMIX Customer Support website from 9 July 2019.