Panasonic Firmware Updates (2018/05/30) for LUMIX Cameras DC-GH5 (Firmware Ver.2.3), DC-GH5S (Firmware Ver.1.1) and DC-G9 (Firmware Ver.1.1): New Functions & Improvements

The following video presents [NEW] Panasonic LUMIX GH5 4K HDR Video “Isobel”:
“*This content is recorded with LUMIX GH5 in HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) mode. Enjoy the stunning video quality on HLG-compatible TV or display…
With the new firmware version 2.0, you can get more options in video recording with LUMIX GH5…“

Panasonic recently released FREE firmware updates for the following Lumix cameras:

Lumix DC-GH5

LUMIX DC-GH5S

LUMIX DC-G9

The following video presents [NEW] Heirloom : LUMIX GH5 High Resolution Anamorphic HDR (HDR10):
“Heirloom was captured in High resolution Anamophic, using 10 bit video and V-LOG L to capture all of the color and dynamic range that the GH5 has to offer. In order to see all of the Dynamic range and color of Heirloom, it was decided to upload this file as an HDR10 HDR release.
With the new firmware version 2.0, you can get more options in video recording with LUMIX GH5.“

Further details and downloads

The following video presents Panasonic LUMIX | Quick Learning : How to Update Camera Firmware:
“You can enhance the LUMIX camera’s performance by updating the firmware to the latest version.
This is the basic update procedure.“

To update the LUMIX DC-GH5, DC-GH5S and the DC-G9, please visit the following links:

LUMIX DC-GH5 Firmware Ver.2.3: https://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/gh5_firmware.html
LUMIX DC-GH5S Firmware Ver.1.1: https://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/gh5s_firmware.html
LUMIX DC-G9 Firmware Ver.1.1: https://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/g9_firmware.html

NEWS RELEASE

Panasonic Offers Enhanced LUMIX Performance With Firmware Updates

24 May 2018

Panasonic is today announcing exciting new firmware updates for three LUMIX models – the DC-GH5, DC-GH5S and the DC-G9. These updates offer users enhanced performance and usability, such as improved Autofocus performance, new monochrome Photo Styles and upgraded sound quality for video shooting.Country, City, 2018-05-30 – Panasonic is today announcing exciting new firmware updates for three LUMIX models – the DC-GH5, DC-GH5S and the DC-G9. These updates offer users enhanced performance and usability, such as improved Autofocus performance, new monochrome Photo Styles and upgraded sound quality for video shooting.

Barnaby Sykes, Head of Marketing for Imaging. Audio and Tel, comments:

“Our new firmware updates provide LUMIX users with major improvements to support with image capture and editing in a wide variety of scenarios, offering our customers more options to help them capture their perfect shot.”

LUMIX DC-GH5 – Firmware Version 2.3

Improved AF performance – increased tracking AF performance, allowing users to easily follow their subject while recording movies
L. Monochrome D & Grain effect – The new L. Monochrome D captures even darker tones and greater contrast, with grain effects available in different strengths for all monochrome settings – a fantastic addition to the many black and white options of LUMIX cameras
Live View Boost – viewfinder screen and LCD monitor can be displayed brighter than the image recorded, allowing users to check the composition in low-light environments and helping to frame their perfect shot
MF Assist – more accurate manual focusing for stills or moving images, thanks to up to 20x magnification available in MF Assist mode
Night Mode – camera screen displays all information in red, so photographers and subjects are not disturbed by white light emission
Like 709 & V-LogL improvements – Like 709, V-LogL* and V-LogL* View Assist in Photo Style can now be used for still photo shooting and time lapse video. [LUT Monitor Display*] and [LUT HDMI Display*] can be used in playback mode to check the appearance.
Enhanced sound quality – sound quality has been improved by optimising the performance of the internal noise cancelling microphone

*Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU1 is required – sold separately.

LUMIX DC-GH5S – Firmware Version 1.1

Improved AF performance – the autofocus for lowlight and low-contrast photo shooting has been improved
L. Monochrome D & Grain effect – The new L. Monochrome D captures even darker tones and greater contrast, with grain effects available in different strengths for all monochrome settings – a fantastic addition to the many black and white options of LUMIX cameras
Enhanced sound quality – sound quality has been improved by optimising the performance of the internal noise cancelling microphone
Better Control of Video Settings – Vector Scope can be displayed on the screen while adjusting white balance

LUMIX DC-G9 – Firmware Version 1.1

Improved AF performance – enhanced tracking AF performance allowing users to easily follow their subject while recording movies
L. Monochrome D & Grain effect – The new L. Monochrome D captures even darker tones and greater contrast, with grain effects available in different strengths for all monochrome settings – a great addition to the many black and white options of LUMIX cameras
Live View Boost – viewfinder screen and LCD monitor can be displayed brighter than the image recorded, allowing users to check the composition in low-light environments and helping to frame their perfect shot
MF Assist – more accurate manual focusing for stills or moving images, thanks up to 20x magnification available in MF Assist mode
Improved High Resolution Mode – photographers will appreciate the expanded aperture range of the G9’s high resolution mode – from F8 to F11 – and the improved motion correction
Enhanced sound quality – sound quality has been improved by optimising the performance of the internal noise cancelling microphone

Further details and downloads

To update the LUMIX DC-GH5, DC-GH5S and the DC-G9, the following links will be active from May 30^th, 1:00 UTC to download the firmware:

LUMIX DC-GH5 Firmware Ver.2.3http://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/gh5_firmware.html

LUMIX DC-GH5S Firmware Ver.1.1http://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/gh5s_firmware.html

LUMIX DC-G9 Firmware Ver.1.1http://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/g9_firmware.html

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“Panasonic is proud to introduce a new flagship Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera, the LUMIX G9 that boasts outstanding mobility with ultra high-speed response. World-renowned wildlife photographer Bence Máté shot marvelous photos in Zimbabwe with this new camera and gave his hands-on review.

Evolving from the GH5’s high performance;
-20.3-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor without low-pass filter.
-The fastest-in-class* 20 fps (AFC) / 60 fps (AFS) burst shooting
-The world’s fastest** AF speed of 0.04 sec*** -Body I.S.(Image Stabilizer) allowing use of 6.5-stop slower shutter speed****
-The largest-in-class** 1.66x / 0.83x (35mm camera equivalent) LVF
-High Resolution mode for 80-megapixel equivalent (10368 x 7776) JPEG/RAW -6K/4K PHOTO
-Splash/dust/freeze-proof rugged design
-Bluetooth 4.2 BLE, Wi-Fi, 5GHz(IEEE802.11ac)*****/ 2.4GHz (IEEE 802.11b/g/n)
-Double SD Memory Card slot and more.
* With H-ES12060, as a Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera, as of November 8, 2017
**1 As a Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera, as of November 8, 2017
*** In 1-Area AF, at wide-end with H-ES12060 (CIPA) in LVF120 fps setting.
****Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=60mm (35mm film camera equivalent f=120mm), when H-ES12060 is used.
*****5GHz Wi-Fi is not available in some countries.“

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