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Panasonic Announces Lumix S9, 26mm Pancake Lens
22 May 2024
Panasonic has announced the Lumix S9, the smallest and lightest full-frame mirrorless camera in the Lumix S Series and the Lumix S 26mm f8, a lightweight pancaked lens to go with it.
Available in four colors (black, red, olive and blue), the Lumix S9 features phase detection autofocus for subject tracking, as well as Active I.S. to reduce blurring from camera shake when shooting handheld.
Designed as an upgrade for the creative smartphone user, the Lumix S9 also provides a range of popular, classic and bespoke color styles in-camera with the popular real time LUT function via a new dedicated button on the camera body. A companion Lumix Lab app allows you to create your own LUTs as well.
The Lumix S9 also introduces the MP4 Lite recording format. Shooting Open Gate in 4:2:0 10 bit in 30p/25p, you can capture high quality videos in the optimum format for smartphone and resize aspect ratios to suit social media with the Lumix Lab app.
LUMIX S9
Highlights of the S9 include:
- 24.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor
- Compact, lightweight design
- 6K30p 4:2:0 10-bit video recording
- C4K/4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit unlimited
- 3.0" 1.84m-dot tilt/free-angle touch-LCD
- 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization
- ISO 100 to 51200
- Real-Time LUT
- 4:2:0 10-bit fast-/slow-motion video
- Lumix S 20-60mm f3.5-5.6 kit lens
Specifications for the S9 include:
PANASONIC LUMIX S9 SPECIFICATIONS Sensor 24.2-megapixel, full-frame CMOS sensor
Aspect Ratios: 1:1, 2:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 65:24Lens Mount Leica L File Formats Raw, JPEG Storage Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC Monitor 3.0-inch free-angle tilting touchscreen LCD Shutter 1/8,000 to 60 seconds, Bulb mode ISO 100 to 51,200
Extended: 50 to 204,800Autofocus Yes Live View Yes Image Stabilization 5-axis sensor shift Flash Hot shoe
No built-in flashMovie 6K30p 4:2:0 10-bit video recording
C4K/4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit unlimited
4:2:0 10-bit fast-/slow-motion video
Real-Time LUT
Built-in stereo micConnectivity WiFi 5
HJDMI, USB-C input/output, stereo mic inputPower Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Dimensions 4.96 x 2.91 x 1.84 inches Weight 1.1 lb.
LUMIX S 20-60mm f3.5-5.6 KIT LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Leica L Focal Length 20mm to 60mm Aperture Maximum Aperture: f3.5 to f5.6
Minimum Aperture: f22
9 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 94°40' Minimum Focus 5.91 inches Magnification 0.43x Optical Design 11 elements in 9 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 67mm Dimensions 3.05 x 3.43 inches Weight 12.35 oz. Panasonic said the S9 will be available in late June for $1,499.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
PANCAKE LENS
Panasonic also announced its Lumix S 26mm f8, a compact and lightweight pancake lens with a fixed f-stop of f8 and manual focus only.
The slim optic is less than three-quarters inch long and weighs just over two ounces. It is "designed for the simple enjoyment of manual shooting with creative composition and exposure. Perfect for spontaneously capturing fleeting moments, the 26mm delivers unique results compared to the existing line-up of Lumix S Series wide-angle, fixed focal length lenses," the company said.
Highlights of the pancake lens include:
- Full-frame coverage
- Fixed f8
- Manual focus control
- Slim body cap profile
- One UED element
- 80° angle of view
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 9.8 inches
Specifications for the 26mm lens include:
PANASONIC LUMIX S 26mm f8 LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Leica L Focal Length 26mm Aperture f8 only Angle of View 80° Minimum Focus 9.8 inches Magnification 0.14x Optical Design 5 elements in 5 groups Autofocus No Image Stabilization Mo Filter Thread None Dimensions 2.6 x 0.7 inches Weight 2 oz. Panasonic said the 26mm lens will be $197.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Panasonic Launches New Lumix S9 Compact Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera, Ushering In A New Era for Seamless Content Creation
The smallest and lightest Lumix S Series camera yet shoots and shares to social media in 30 seconds with the new Lumix Lab app
NEWARK, N.J. -- Panasonic has announced the Lumix S9, the smallest and lightest full-frame mirrorless camera in the Lumix S Series. Available in four colorways -- Jet Black, Crimson Red, Dark Olive and Classical Blue -- the Lumix S9 is a stylish companion for content creators on-the-go and easily elevates social media content. With the introduction of the Lumix S9 to its line-up of cameras, Panasonic aims to bring a new enjoyable shooting experience for creators, making the journey from capturing moments to sharing them with the world seamless and intuitive.
The approximately 24.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor is equivalent to that of the Lumix S5II and the latest engine captures content in rich detail with natural tones. The full-frame sensors also deliver stunning results, even in low light conditions and offers cinematic quality, with a beautiful bokeh effect. The camera is additionally equipped with PDAF (Phase Detection Auto-Focus), providing excellent subject tracking, as well as Active I.S., which significantly reduces blurring from camera shake even when shooting handheld, allowing users to shoot content confidently, in any situation and environment
Designed with the creative smartphone user in mind, the Lumix S9 also grants users a range of popular, classic or bespoke color styles in-camera with the popular REAL TIME LUT function via a new dedicated button on the camera body. Furthermore, with the new Lumix Lab app creators can develop their own unique LUT color files on their smartphone. Through these features, one can effortlessly generate original and shareable stills and videos without the need of post-production editing on a computer, expanding the scope of creative possibilities. The speed of transferring data from camera to smartphone has also been improved with the new app and the ability to pair it with a Lumix camera.
The Lumix S9 also introduces a new recording format: MP4 Lite. Shooting Open Gate in 4:2:0 10 bit in 30p/25p, creators can capture high quality videos in the optimum format for smartphone and easily resize aspect ratios to suit social media with the Lumix Lab app. With this new streamlined editing workflow, content creators can easily shoot and share while on the go.
Key Features
Key Lumix S9 features include:
- The first compact design in the Lumix S Series, combining a small and lightweight body with high image quality.
- Compact and lightweight body weighing approximately 403g/0.89 lb.
- Approx. 24.2-Mp full-frame CMOS sensor and the latest engine deliver powerful imaging performance.
- Improved real-time recognition AF with PDAF (Phase Detection Auto-Focus) for more precise subject tracking performance.
- Industry leading image stabilization technology with 5-axis Dual I.S.2: 6.5 stops; Body I.S.: 5 stops and Active I.S. compensate for camera shake when shooting while walking.
- Equipped with MP4 Lite, a new smartphone-optimized Open Gate video mode.
- Free-angle rear screen for flexible shooting at all angles.
- New Lumix Lab app for effortless connection.
- Allows high-speed transfer of photos and videos from the camera to a smartphone.
- Enables users to easily create original LUT files and transfer them from a smartphone to the camera, allowing them to enjoy their own preferred color expressions.
- Quick and easy editing of MP4 Lite video files optimized for social media sharing.
- Real Time LUT for a wider range of creative expression
- Fully customizable LUT color files can be loaded in-camera for creative shooting
- Dedicated LUT button on the camera body for ease of use.
Panasonic will unveil the new Lumix S9 at 2024 VidCon Anaheim from June 26-29. It will be available for purchase in late June at valued channel partners for $1,499.99.
Panasonic Introduces Lumix S Series Fixed Focal Length Pancake Lens
NEWARK, N.J. -- Panasonic has announced the new Lumix S 26mm f8 (S-R26), an incredibly compact and lightweight lens designed to be the perfect match to the new Lumix S9 camera body. Despite its slim profile, the 26mm features the superior design, high resolution and outstanding image quality for which Lumix has become known for.
With a focal length of 26mm, a fixed F-stop of f8 and manual focus only, this new pancake lens is designed for the simple enjoyment of manual shooting with creative composition and exposure. Perfect for spontaneously capturing fleeting moments, the 26mm delivers unique results compared to the existing line-up of Lumix S Series wide-angle, fixed focal length lenses.
Main Features
- The fixed focal length pancake lens in the Lumix S Series
- Manual focus allows creators to take full control of their own personal style of content creation
- The lens has a wide-angle of 26mm and a fixed F-stop of f8
- Enjoy unlimited creative possibilities from pan-focusing to bokeh effects.
- Compact, lightweight lens perfect for everyday
- Ultimate portability with a thin and lightweight body that fits into your pocket
- Easy to carry around and start shooting at a moment's notice, making it ideal for spontaneous snapshot
- Overall length of approximately 18.1mm and a weight of approximately 58g/0.13lb.
- Designed to match the compact body of Lumix S9.