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Panasonic LUMIX S1 II Mirrorless Camera

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Panasonic LUMIX S1 II Mirrorless Camera
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Key Features
  • 24.1MP Partially Stacked CMOS Sensor
  • 5.1K 60p Open Gate Recording
  • High-Resolution Mode for 96MP Images
  • 8.0-Stop 5-Axis I.S. Technology
Designed for creators who demand exceptional quality in both stills and video, the Panasonic LUMIX S1 II Mirrorless Camera delivers flagship-level performance in a flexible, full-frame body. Featuring a newly developed 24.1MP partially stacked CMOS sensor, high-speed readout, advanced AI autofocus, and a rich set of pro video tools, the S1 II bridges the gap between professional photo capture and cinematic production. Whether you're in studio, on location, or shooting handheld, this hybrid camera is built to adapt, inspire, and deliver.
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Panasonic S1II Overview

A Next-Gen Hybrid Powerhouse for Video and Still Creators
Designed for creators who demand exceptional quality in both stills and video, the Panasonic LUMIX S1 II Mirrorless Camera delivers flagship-level performance in a flexible, full-frame body. Featuring a newly developed 24.1MP partially stacked CMOS sensor, high-speed readout, advanced AI autofocus, and a rich set of pro video tools, the S1 II bridges the gap between professional photo capture and cinematic production. Whether you're in studio, on location, or shooting handheld, this hybrid camera is built to adapt, inspire, and deliver.
Advanced Sensor Design for Speed and Precision
At the heart of the S1 II is a new 24.1MP full-frame partially stacked CMOS sensor, delivering faster readout and exceptional low-light performance. Coupled with Panasonic's L2 Engine and Dynamic Range Boost technology, the camera captures incredibly clean, high-detail images across its ISO range-while enabling 96MP handheld high-resolution shooting and HEIF 10-bit file support for enhanced tonal flexibility in stills workflows.
High-Performance Video with Cinematic Control
The S1 II is a robust video tool offering a wide range of recording formats and frame rates, all with 10-bit depth and pro-level color tools:

  • 6K 30p Open Gate (3:2) for multi-aspect flexibility
  • 5.1K 60p 4:3 for immersive documentary or social content
  • C4K and UHD 4K 120p for slow motion and fast action
  • Oversampled 4K video from full-sensor readout
  • V-Log and V-Gamut with 13+ stops of dynamic range
  • Real Time LUT application for custom looks in-camera
  • Dynamic Range Boost for improved highlight and shadow detail
  • Full HDMI output and Frame.io Camera to Cloud support

These features allow hybrid creators to shoot confidently across cinema, commercial, and digital production environments—right out of the box.

Intelligent Autofocus with Subject Recognition
The LUMIX S1 II features a powerful Phase Hybrid AF system enhanced by AI-based subject detection and tracking. It delivers fast, accurate autofocus even when subjects are moving unpredictably or partially obscured.

  • Phase Hybrid Autofocus with 779 focus points
  • Real-time detection of humans, eyes, faces, animals, cars, motorcycles, and more
  • Reliable AF performance in low-light and low-contrast scenes
  • Blackout-free 70 fps burst shooting with continuous AF (AFC)
  • Focus ring direction reversibility and linear/non-linear focus response control

This makes the S1 II a reliable tool for both still and motion capture where critical focus is a must.

Designed for Professional Workflows
With blackout-free 70 fps burst shooting, 8.0-stop 5-axis stabilization, and Active I.S., the S1 II is ideal for handheld shooters and hybrid creators working across genres. It features dual card slots (CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II), a high-resolution tilting/free-angle LCD, and a durable body tested for cold weather performance down to 14°F. Support for the LUMIX Lab, LUMIX Flow, and Capture One plug-in further extends its utility into professional post workflows and mobile connectivity.
UPC: 885170449701

Panasonic S1II Specs

Key Specs
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Effective Sensor Resolution
24.1 Megapixel
Image Sensor
Full-Frame
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Dual Base: 100 / 800*
Native: 100 to 51,200 (50 to 204,800 Extended)
*Base ISO Is Dependent on Selected Color Space
Max Recording Modes
H.265 Long GOP 4:2:0 8/10-Bit
Up to 5.9K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
ProRes RAW/ProRes RAW HQ
Up to 5.7K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
H.264 ALL-Intra/H.264 Long GOP 4:2:2 10-Bit
Up to DCI 4K at 23.98/29.97/47.95/59.94 fps
Max Video Output
4:2:0 10-Bit
Up to DCI 4K at 120 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Slot 1: CFexpress Type B
Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video I/O
1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
1x USB-C (Data) Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 5.0
Display Type
Free-Angle Tilting 3" Touchscreen LCD
Battery
1x DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Included)
Imaging
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Effective Sensor Resolution
Effective: 24.1 Megapixel
Actual: 26.8 Megapixel
Image Sensor
35.8 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) Partially Stacked CMOS
Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)
Crop Factor: 1x
*Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Built-In ND Filter
No
Capture Type
Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
1/2000 to 60 Seconds

Mechanical Shutter
1/8000 to 60 Seconds
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb Mode (Up to 30 Minutes)
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Dual Base: 100 / 800*
Native: 100 to 51,200 (50 to 204,800 Extended)
*Base ISO Is Dependent on Selected Color Space
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Multiple, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation
-3 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Metering Range
0 to 18 EV
White Balance
2500 to 10,000K
Presets: AWB, Cloudy, Color Temperature Filter, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4
Continuous Shooting
Up to 70 fps at Maximum Resolution
Interval Recording
Yes
Self-Timer
2/10-Second Delay
Still Image Capture
Aspect Ratio
1:1, 2:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 65:24
Image File Format
HEIF, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth
14-Bit
Video Capture
Internal Recording
H.265 Long GOP 4:2:0 8/10-Bit
5952 x 3968 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (200 Mb/s)
4800 x 3600 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps (300 Mb/s)
5088 x 3392 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps (300 Mb/s)
5888 x 3312 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps (300 Mb/s)
5760 x 3040 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps (300 Mb/s)
5952 x 2512 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps (300 Mb/s)
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94/120 fps
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/47.95/50/59.94/96/120 fps (300 Mb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94/120 fps (300 Mb/s)
4096 x 1728 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94/96/100/120 fps (300 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/59.94/100/120/200/240 fps (800 Mb/s)

ProRes RAW/ProRes RAW HQ
5760 x 3040 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (4.2 Gb/s)
4800 x 3600 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (1.9 Gb/s)
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/24.00/29.97/59.94 fps (1.8 Gb/s)
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (1.9 Gb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
4096 x 1728 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (4.2 Gb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps

H.264 ALL-Intra/H.264 Long GOP 4:2:2 10-Bit
4096 x 2160 at 23.98/29.97/47.95/59.94 fps (800 Mb/s)
3328 x 2496 at 23.98/29.97/47.95/59.94 fps (800 Mb/s)
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/29.97/47.95/59.94 fps (800 Mb/s)
4096 x 1728 at 23.98/29.97/47.95/59.94 fps (800 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/29.97/47.95/59.94/120/240 fps (800 Mb/s)
Video Output
4:2:0 10-Bit
4096 x 2160 at 120 fps
1920 x 1080 at 59.94 fps
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Gamma Curve
Panasonic V-Log
Recording Limit
No
IP Streaming
No
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
MOV: 2-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Slot 1: CFexpress Type B
Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Internal Storage
No
Video I/O
1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
1x USB-C (Data) Output (Shared with Power Input)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 5.0
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Lumix Lab/Lumix Flow
Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
*Via Connected Smartphone
Monitor
Display Type
Free-Angle Tilting 3" Touchscreen LCD
Resolution
1,840,000 Dot
Viewfinder
Type
Electronic (OLED)
Size
0.5"
Resolution
5,760,000 Dot
Eye Point
21 mm
Coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 0.78x
Diopter Adjustment
-4 to +2
Focus
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus
Autofocus Points
Photo, Video
Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 779
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light
No
Flash Modes
Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction, Off, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
Maximum Sync Speed
1/250 Second
Flash Compensation
-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System
TTL
Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Non-Shoe Flash Connection
No
General
Battery
1x DMW-BLK22 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Included)
Tripod Mount
1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Materials
Magnesium Alloy
Operating Conditions
14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C at 10 to 80% Humidity (Recommended)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.29 x 4.03 x 3.61" / 134.37 x 102.36 x 91.69 mm (Without Protrusions)
Weight
1.58 lb / 717 g (Body Only)
1.76 lb / 798 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.82 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.1 x 6.5 x 6.4"

Panasonic S1II Reviews

Great Camera. Flexible and Robust Feature Set

By Aaron
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-27

This camera is a workhorse. I've been using it for the past three months and have taken several thousand photos. I mainly shoot soccer and concerts and I would not hesitate to shoot a professional soccer match with it. For those are willing to work with the camera to unlock its potential you will not be disappointed. It's going to take a bit of customization to get it up to par but once your have your settings dialed it shines. Excellent IBIS and AF gets the job done for fast action sports. Professional grade for deliverables to event organizers in both video and photo. Using Lumix 24-60 and Sigma 70-200.

great camera all in

By Pablo
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-14

great I love it !! so happy

See any errors on this page?

Does this camera allow writing uncompressed Raw fe

Does this camera allow writing uncompressed Raw feed to external USB drive in full resolution?
Asked by: Sergey
The Panasonic LUMIX S1 II Mirrorless Camera supports recording 5.8K ProRes RAW video to an external SSD.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2026-04-19

What metadata can the camera include with photo an

What metadata can the camera include with photo and video files?
Asked by: jacob
When taking photos, the Panasonic LUMIX S1 II Mirrorless Camera includes metadata showing the exposure settings of the camera, the model of the camera and lens, and any creative settings used on the camera, as well as copyright information if added in the settings. For video footage, the timecode, codec, bitrate, resolution, framerate, and audio information are included in the metadata.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2026-03-16
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