Panasonic introduces the new Lumix S DC-S1H

Panasonic has launched its new mirrorless camera, the Lumix S DC-S1H Lumix S DC-S1H to bring DSLR cameras closer to a more cinematic level.

The mirrorless Lumix S DC-S1H is capable of capturing full 6K frames with 10-bit 4:2:0 color sampling at 24 frames per second in 3:2, while in 16:9 it is capable of capturing 5.9K 4:2:0 10-bit images at 30, 25 or 24 frames per second. These two new formats are joined by Panasonic’s already known formats: the C4K Y 4K 4:2:0 format at 60 or 50 frames per second, and the 4K format with 4:2:2:2 10-bit color sampling at 30, 25 and 24 fps. Panasonic joins the anamorphic world by adding this mode to the 4K format.

Like other film cameras such as the Sony Venice, the Lumix S DC-S1H’s new sensor has a dual native sensor. The 24.2-megapixel CMOS sensor coupled with Venus Engine technology allows us to increase the ISO level up to 51200/ISO without increasing noise in low exposure shots.

If we want to record 4K 4:2:2 images at 10 bits it is possible to do it internally as long as it is in 4K format at 30, 25 or 24 frames per second. For 10-bit and 4:2:2:2 recordings the camera incorporates an HDMI output through which we can record through an external recorder.

HDR technology is also contemplated in the new Panasonic model, as it incorporates V-Log technology with 14 stops of dynamic range required by PQ standards in HDR. As for the color space, V-Gamut technology is responsible for covering the entire HDR spectrum and color space.

Almost all DSLR cameras have limitations on continuous recording time, but Panasonic has managed to break this barrier, allowing unlimited video recording time thanks to the built-in fans capable of distributing heat. There are 4 different modes of use of the fans depending on the type of shooting or recording to minimize noise, reduce the temperature of the camera or allow longer shots.

It is now available on the Panasonic website.