Panasonic DMW-SFU2 V-log Upgrade Key for Lumix S1 Video Recording

Panasonic offers firmware update program for DC-S1 to enhance the performance and usability.

Product Features in Detail

Firmware Version 1.2

1. Improved performance of the Body Image Stabilizer
• The correction performance of the Body Image Stabilizer has been improved from a maximum of 5.5 stops to a maximum of 6.0 stops.*¹
• The correction performance of the Dual I.S.2 has been improved from 6.0 stops to 6.5 stops.*²

*1 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=50mm, when S-X50 is used.]
*2 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=105mm, when S-R24105 is used.]

Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=200mm, when S-R70200 is used.]

2.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.

3.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. The following functions will be added by activating the Upgrade Software Key.

• The video recording modes [MOV]

* PAL area only.
• HDMI 4K60p/50p* 4:2:2 10bit output
* PAL area only.
• 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(Look Up Table) when recording video in V-Log.• The [Read LUT File] function will be added, which allows users to install and apply their favorite 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).*
* MOV only

4. Improved operational stability
• Operational stability when using an XQD card has been improved.

Firmware Version 1.3

1. Expanded media compatibility
• CFexpress Type B card can be used. A CFexpress Type B card boasts a theoretical performance of a maximum of 2,000 Mbps. Realizing an approximately 300% higher transfer speed than that of a conventional XQD card, it supports large-volume photos and videos.

*When recording on a CFexpress card under the test conditions specified by Panasonic.
*The CFexpress Ver2.0 Type B is a trademark licensed by the CompactFlash Association.

2.Expanded compatibility with Profoto wireless transmitters
• Profoto wireless transmitters "Air Remote TTL-O/P" and "Profoto Connect-O/P" can be used, enabling wireless connection and control of external strobes for professional shooting.
* All functions may not be available depending on the situation.
First impression using Profoto wireless transmitters "Air Remote TTL-O/P" and "Profoto Connect-O/P“ with a LUMIX camera from LUMIX US Ambassadors

3.Improved compatibility with Sigma interchangeable lenses and mount converter
• It is possible to assign function to the Fn buttons of Sigma L-Mount interchangeable lenses.
• When attaching a lens using the Sigma MC-21 mount converter and [Image Stabilizer] > [Lens] is set to ON , Body I.S.(Image Stabilizer) suppresses roll movement.

4.Improved compatibility with Panasonic interchangeable lenses
• It is possible to assign functions to the lens’ Fn buttons when the Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 O.I.S. (S-E70200) is mounted.

5.Improved AF performance
• It is possible to set [AF+MF] in AFC mode.
• It is possible to set continuous AF on the live view screen in Creative Video mode or in other video recording mode when the video recording area is displayed.

6.Improved performance of High Speed Video
• It is possible to manually set the exposure according to the video exposure mode (P/A/S/M) in High Speed Video mode.

7.Other added functions
• It is possible to select the card slot to save the JPEG images developed by in-camera RAW processing
• [0.5 SEC] has been added for an option of [Duration Time (photo)] in [Auto Review].
• [Forced Flash OFF] can be selected in iA mode.
• [AF Assist Light] has been added to the Focus tab of the [Video] menu.
• [Off (Disable Press and Hold)] can be assigned to the Fn button. It disables operation when the button is long-pressed.
• Fn button can be used for checking aperture effect while the button is pressed.

8.Other improvements
• There were cases where F value control failed depending on the maximum F value when non-Panasonic L-Mount lens is mounted. This bug has been fixed.
• Luminance level of photos (including 6K/4K Photo and Post Focus images) can be set when playing back them over HDMI output.
• AE can be locked with the [AF/AE LOCK] button when ISO Auto is set in M mode.
• Aperture and shutter speed can be controlled using front/rear dials when the rear monitor is set to OFF.

9.Improved operational stability
• There were cases where Backup Recording using the Double Card Slot Function stopped during writing. This bug has been fixed.
• AF operation following the pressing of [AF-ON] in MF mode was unstable when the LVF Frame Rate was at 120 fps and the camera was under dim lighting. This bug has been fixed.
• There were cases where the images shot vertically did not rotate on playback. This bug has been fixed.
• There were cases where [Image Stabilizer] was set to OFF when the battery was reinserted. This bug has been fixed.
• Operational stability of image stabilizer has been improved. (When [Image Stabilizer]>[E-Stabilization(Video)] and [Boost I.S.(Video)] is ON. )
• There were cases where blue clipping effect occurred in V-Log recording. This problem has been improved.
• There were cases where afterimage occurred in V-Log recording. This problem has been improved.