Pro Moviemaker November/December 2024 - Web

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FULL-FRAME FIRMWARE FRENZY A host of firmware updates are coming to Panasonic’s full-frame mirrorless Lumix S9, S5 II, S5 II X and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless G9 II camera – all for free. On the S9 – now available in white as well as black, red, green and blue - there will be options to record without time limits, multiple frame markers and a boost to the AF system with enhanced subject detection, including aircraft, trains and specific parts of motor vehicles. Expanded compatibility with the Lumix Lab smartphone app includes remote shooting, shutter remote control and the ability to transfer images. Leica Monochrom photo style has been added to the S5 II and S5 II X. These, plus the G9II, can now use Lumix Lab. All three Lumix models can now use the Panasonic DMW-XLR2 microphone adapter. A 5GHz Wi-Fi frequency has been added to the existing 2.4GHz option and real-time LUTs can now be assigned to the Fn button.

They feature Dual Native ISO and V-Log gamma for low noise and wide dynamic range with 3G-SDI out, HDMI Type A, LAN terminal, TC in/out, genlock in and USB-C input/output interfaces. The LAN terminal is Power over Ethernet (PoE) compatible, with video transmission, control and power delivered via a single cable. When linked with remote camera systems on the same network, the AW- UB50 and AW-UB10 are fully compatible with Panasonic’s AK-HRP1010GJ remote operation panel. Future support with the AW-RP150GJ remote camera controller and Panasonic live switchers is planned for the two box cameras. Panasonic has also built in the ability to implement future support for IP-based transmission standards such as NDI HX2 for more flexible video production, with distribution using streaming services and the construction of IP-based systems. No UK or US prices have yet been revealed for these models.

AUTO FRAMING COMES TO PTZ Advanced auto framing is coming to Panasonic’s PTZ system with a paid-for plug-in for the Media Production Suite software. The technology will be offered free on the flagship AW-UE160W/K PTZ camera via firmware. The upgrade will also add the functionality to the AW-UE150W/K, AW- UE100W/K and AW-UE80W/K to support multicamera set-up. The system uses auto tracking, image recognition and natural auto framing for following a defined subject. Facial recognition tech enables framing for specified individuals.

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