We recently sat down for an interview with Yamane-san, director of the Imaging Business Unit at Panasonic, to learn more about the new LUMIX S5 II and S5 IIX cameras as well as potential future developments within the ongoing L² Technology alliance with Leica. At the beginning of the year, Panasonic introduced the newest members of their LUMIX S full-frame series: the all-rounder LUMIX S5 II and the video-centric S5 IIX. By popular demand, they are the first LUMIX cameras to feature a long-requested hybrid phase-detection AF system. This new feature alone opens up new and interesting scenarios for Panasonic’s imaging systems. So get comfortable, grab a drink or a snack, and get all of Yamane-san’s answers to Johnnie’s questions (and, hopefully, also yours) on the new cameras! Panasonic LUMIX S5 II body. Image credit: CineD Panasonic LUMIX S5 II and S5 IIX: interview with Yamane-san Johnnie: Dear Yamane-san, Happy New Year! And how are you? Yamane-san: Happy New Year, Johnnie! Thank you very much for your strong support for LUMIX last year. And I really appreciate your giving me the opportunity to talk about new LUMIX products from the beginning of this year. Panasonic LUMIX S5II. Image credit: CineD Johnnie: You just announced the new LUMIX S5II. This camera has a new sensor, image processor, and not less importantly, a new autofocus system. Finally, you are using phase detection autofocus in your new camera! What took you guys so long? Yamane-san: In August 2023 we will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the...
Published By: CineD - Monday, 23 January, 2023