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Lumix cube The new Panasonic BS1H box camera uses the same sensor tech as the legendary full- frame S1Hmirrorless
T ake the guts of the full-frame Panasonic Lumix S1H and repackage it into a modular, box-style camera, and you pretty much have the new Lumix BS1H. It uses the same 24-megapixel full-frame sensor with Dual Native ISO technology, can record in 6K, has impressive low-light performance, a wide dynamic range of 14+ stops, V-Log and more. The £2999 BS1H brings high connectivity for remote shooting or streaming. This allows the camera to be built-up as lean as possible for use in tight locations – or rigged up like a full cinema camera. Panasonic also claims there is a consistent look when the camera is mixed with the S1H or the BGH1 Micro Four Thirds box-style camera, to speed up post-processing. With a resolution of 6024x4016 pixels, the BS1H sensor uses an OLPF (Optical Low Pass Filter) to suppress moire and false colour. The Dual Native ISO technology chooses the optimal circuit, according to
optimum for colour, and achieves a colour space that is wider than BT.2020. In addition to HDR video recording, the camera records video with a designated gamma curve, compatible with BT.2100, and a user can now choose Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) in Photo Style. This latest Lumix also provides real- time subject detection, with an advanced deep learning technology to set precise focus on the target subject – even if they are moving fast. V-Log or V709 is selectable on the external Live Viewmonitor through SDI during Raw output, too. Shooting assist functions – including V-Log View Assist, waveformmonitoring, vectorscope, luminance spot metering and zebra pattern – can be used during Raw output. For slowmotion, Variable Frame Rate enables recording of overcranked or undercranked video in C4K/4K to 60fps, and in FHD to 180fps. The minimum frame rate for quick motion video is 2fps. In addition, High Frame Rate video with sound is also recordable, even when using autofocus. The BS1H provides an IP live streaming, over a wired LAN. It can stream 4K/60p or
sensitivity, before gain processing. With signal processing by the Venus Engine, it delivers a maximum ISO of 51,200, with minimum noise. The camera can record in 6K/24p, 5.4K/30p in the 3:2 aspect ratio, or 5.9K/30p in 16:9. It also provides 10-bit 60p 4K/C4K HEVC video recording when using the image area equivalent to Super 35. The 4:2:2 10-bit 4K/30p is recordable in H.264 at its full area. The BS1H can output 4:2:2 10-bit 4K 60p/50p via HDMI. And thanks to excellent heat dispersion, there is unlimited video recording in a variety of formats, including 4:3 anamorphic mode. The aluminium and magnesium-alloy body dissipates heat well, and is built to be light and durable. There are also two options for Raw workflow. The box-fresh BS1H can output 5.9K, 4K or 3.5K anamorphic as 12-bit Raw video data, which can be saved as Apple ProRes Raw on the Atomos Ninja V, or Blackmagic Raw on the Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR monitor/recorder. The BS1H contains V-Log/V-Gamut capture to deliver a high dynamic range of more than 14 stops, as well as a wide colour gamut. This V-Gamut is the BS1H’s
NO RIG REQUIRED! The new Lumix BS1H has lots of mounting holes, so accessories bolt right on
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