Panasonic LUMIX S9, among the world’s most compact full-frame cameras, gets a new firmware update. With the update of Ver 1.1, Panasonic has included some significant upgrades, making its most affordable full framer even more capable. The LUMIX S9 lets go of the arbitrary record limit, gets new, user-adjustable frame markers, two new tracking modes, and improved mobile app support. When combined, these new capabilities enhance the camera’s professional potential. Firmware updates are an important part of our industry. They allow for relatively swift bug fixes as well as influential upgrades. The Panasonic LUMIX S9 gets the latter, upgrading the camera’s abilities. The new features included in this firmware update, Ver 1.1, elevate the camera’s abilities toward a more professional, user-defined workflow. Let’s dive in and see what they do and how it will work for us videographers, filmmakers, and content creators. Recording limit The LUMIX S9 boasts some impressive features that are quite rare for other cameras in its price range or target market. 4K 50/60P and 6K 25/30P open gate usually find their place in much more expensive cameras. However, a price was paid in the form of a rather restrictive recording limit. With 10min for 6K and 15min for 4K, the camera left something to be desired. Luckily, Panasonic addressed this issue, allowing us to turn this limitation on and off. As with all firmware updates, Ver 1.1 can’t address hardware issues, so don’t expect it to overcome the thermal challenges of a high-performance sensor and high...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 8 October