The LUMIX S1II is carefully designed to meet the needs of professional photographers and videographers. It features a newly designed 24.1 MP partially stacked full-frame CMOS image sensor and is supported by the latest generation Venus Engine processor. This synergy enables higher read and processing speeds, facilitating high frame rate recording in 4K 120p and 5.8K 60p formats. It also stands out for its dynamic range thanks to the Dynamic Range Boost mode, reaching up to 15 stops in V-Log when using frame rates below 30p. As for photography, high-speed continuous shooting at up to 70 frames per second with SH / SH pre-shooting mode of up to 1.5 seconds ensures that fleeting moments are captured. The LUMIX S1II increases flexibility and facilitates content creation, optimising workflows. The extremely popular Open Gate feature now supports formats beyond 6K 30p, enabling 5.1K 60p and thus expanding creative opportunities for users. A future firmware update will incorporate additional frame marker displays to further enhance creative flexibility. The LUMIX S1IIE, belonging to the second generation of the S1 series, retains the renowned design and ergonomic excellence of the S1II and S1RII, offering opportunities for creative experimentation. It features a 24.2 MP sensor that echoes the characteristics of the LUMIX S5II, ensuring outstanding image quality suitable for a variety of shooting conditions. It includes excellent features from the S1II series, establishing itself as a complete solution for creative projects. In particular, the LUMIX S1IIE introduces a new Cinemascope video format (2.4:1) with several frame rate options, including 60p without cropping. Panasonic believes the LUMIX S1IIE will be the first choice for those seeking innovations in ergonomic design and precision engineering.
The introduction of the LUMIX S1II, which is designed for professional photography and video, and the LUMIX S1IIE, which offers operational easement equivalent to high-end models for users who are engaged in the creation of high-end content, allows us to support creators in their quest for personal expression.