Panasonic Lumix S1 II system camera

Panasonic Lumix S1 II system camera

Designed for creators who demand exceptional quality in both stills and video, the Panasonic Lumix S1 II mirrorless camera offers flagship performance in a flexible, full-frame body. Featuring a new 24.1MP semi-stacked CMOS sensor, the camera offers fast readout, advanced AI autofocus and stunning video capabilities. The S1 II bridges the gap between professional photography and film production. Whether you're in the studio, on location or shooting handheld, this hybrid camera is designed to adapt, inspire and deliver.

Advanced cell design for speed and accuracy

At the heart of the S1 II is a new 24.1MP full-size semi-stacked CMOS sensor, offering faster readout and exceptional noise reduction. Together with Panasonic's L2 engine and Dynamic Range Boost technology, the camera captures incredibly clean and detailed images across the entire ISO range, while enabling 96MP handheld high-resolution shooting and HEIF 10-bit file support.

High quality video with cinematic control

• The S1 II is a robust video tool that offers a wide range of recording modes and frame rates, all with 10-bit depth and professional colour capabilities
• 6K 30p Open Gate (3:2) for a wide angle of view
• 5.1K 60p 4:3 for immersive documentary or social content
• C4K and UHD 4K 120p for slow and fast operation
• Oversamplatty 4K video from a full cell
• V-Log and V-Gamut with +13 aperture dynamics
• Real-time LUT app
• Dynamic Range Boost improves detail in highlights and shadows
• Full HDMI output and Frame.io Camera to Cloud support

These features allow hybrid screens to shoot with confidence in film, commercial and digital production environments - straight out of the box.

Intelligent autofocus with subject recognition

• The Lumix S1 II features a powerful phase hybrid autofocus system, enhanced by AI-based target detection and tracking. It provides fast, accurate autofocus even when subjects are moving unpredictably or partially occluded.
• Phase hybrid autofocus with 779 focus points
• Real-time detection of people, eyes, faces, animals, cars, motorcycles and others
• Reliable AF performance in low light and low contrast scenes
• 70 fps continuous AF (AFC) without viewfinder flicker
• Focus ring direction reversal and linear/non-linear focus response control
• This makes the S1 II a reliable tool for both still and motion photography, where critical focus is essential.

Designed for professional workflows

• ”Black out free” viewfinder, up to 70 fps with continuous shooting
• Equipped with 8.0-stop 5-axis stabilisation and Active I.S, the S1 II is ideal for handheld and hybrid photographers working in a variety of genres.
• Two card slots (CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II)
• High-resolution tilt/flip LCD
• Durable frame tested for cold weather performance down to -10°C.
• Support for Lumix Lab, Lumix Flow and the Capture One interface extends its usefulness for professional post-production workflow and mobile connectivity.

Technical specifications

• Lens mount: L-Mount
• Sensor resolution: true: 26.8 megapixels, effective: 24.1 megapixels
• Image sensor: 35.8 x 23.8 mm (full size) CMOS
• Image stabilizer: Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
• ISO/speed: Auto mode: 204,800
• Internal recording modes: H.265 Long GOP 4:2:0 10-Bit, UHD 6K (5952 x 3968) 30.00 fps [200 Mb/s], DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) 120 fps [300 Mb/s], UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) 120 fps [300 Mb/s], 1920 x 1080 240 fps [800 Mb/s]
• External recording: 4:2:0 via 10-bit HDMI, DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) 120 fps, HD (1920 x 1080) 59.94 fps
• Media 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: 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
• Display type: free-angle tilting touchscreen LCD
• Battery: 1x rechargeable lithium-ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (included)
• Dimensions (L x H x W): 134.37 x 102.36 x 91.69 mm
• Weight: 717 g (body only), 798 g (with battery and storage media)