The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 is a full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera designed for professional photography and video, featuring a 24.2MP CMOS sensor and 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 image stabilization. It supports 4K/60p video and 4K 10-bit recording via optional software upgrade, with a robust weather-sealed magnesium-alloy body. The S1 is part of Panasonic's inaugural Lumix S full-frame series.
Product released: March 29, 2019
Latest firmware version
Version 2.4, released January 23, 2025
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 16:00 UTC
What's new in version 2.4
Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens.
Operational stability has been improved.
LatestUpdate has tracked 12 versions of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 firmware, released between April 23, 2019 and January 23, 2025.
Version 2.4 - January 23, 2025: Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens. Operational stability has been improved.
Version 2.3 - January 16, 2024: Improved compatibility with new communication standards for macro lenses added to the L-Mount standard.
Version 2.2 - July 25, 2022: Improved the accuracy of white balance adjustment in DaVinci Resolve Studio for Blackmagic RAW data recorded on the Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR. * DaVinci…
Version 2.1 - July 13, 2021: New functions and options to be available with the Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2. *Users who already have DMW-SFU2 do not need to purchase extra DMW-SFU2. Ther…
Version 2.0 - April 6, 2021: New functions and options to be available with the Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2. *Users who already have DMW-SFU2 do not need to purchase extra DMW-SFU2. Ther…
Version 1.7 - December 22, 2020: There were cases the focus cannot be properly set on the touched subject when using a Touch AF. This bug has been fixed. There were cases the focus cannot be p…
Version 1.6 - November 24, 2020: Improved AF performance - Tracking and recognition performance of AF have been improved with an addition of head recognition. - Recognition performance during…
Version 1.5 - April 8, 2020: Expanded media compatibility - Prograde Digital CFexpress Type B card can be used. * Learn more https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/cfe/ Other a…
Version 1.3 - November 19, 2019: Expanded media compatibility - CFexpress Type B memory card can be used. Expanded compatibility with Profoto wireless transmitters - Profoto wireless transmitt…
Version 1.2 - July 9, 2019: Improved performance of the Image Stabilizer - The correction performance of the Body Image Stabilizer has been improved from 5.5 stops to 6.0 stops. *1 - The…
Version 1.1 - April 23, 2019: Improvement of accuracy in exposure during burst shooting. Improvement of accuracy in flash sync performance.
Update prediction
This product has not received a firmware update in a long time and may be discontinued.
Panasonic typically releases firmware updates for this product approximately every 354 days.
The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 is a full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera designed for professional photography and video, featuring a 24.2MP CMOS sensor and 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 image stabilization. It supports 4K/60p video and 4K 10-bit recording via optional software upgrade, with a robust weather-sealed magnesium-alloy body. The S1 is part of Panasonic's inaugural Lumix S full-frame series. It was originally released on March 29, 2019.
What is the latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1?
The latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 is 2.4. It was released on January 23, 2025.
What changed in Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 firmware version 2.4?
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 firmware version 2.4 includes the following changes: Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens.
Operational stability has been improved.
Where can I download the latest Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 firmware (version 2.4) are on Panasonic's official release page: https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/ff/dl/s1.html
How often does Panasonic release firmware updates for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1?
We have tracked 12 firmware versions of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 354 days.
Has Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 been discontinued?
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 has not received a firmware update in a long time and may be discontinued. However, some products resume updates after extended periods.