The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H is a full-frame L-mount cinema camera and the first mirrorless camera to receive Netflix approval for original content production. It features a 24.6MP sensor, 6K/24p and 5.9K/30p video recording, dual-native ISO up to 51200, and 14-stop V-Log dynamic range. The S1H is the video-focused flagship of Panasonic's Lumix S series.
Product released: September 5, 2019
Latest firmware version
Version 2.8, released March 25, 2025
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 16:04 UTC
What's new in version 2.8
Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens.
Improved operational stability.
LatestUpdate has tracked 11 versions of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H firmware, released between December 10, 2019 and March 25, 2025.
Version 2.8 - March 25, 2025: Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens. Improved operational stability.
Version 2.7 - January 16, 2024: Improved compatibility with new communication standards for macro lenses added to the L-Mount standard.
Version 2.6 - 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 2.5 - July 13, 2021: Expanded compatibility with DJI Gimbal - Active Track Function of DJI Gimbal "DJI RS 2" and "DJI RSC 2" can be used. * All functions may not be available depen…
Version 2.4 - March 31, 2021: RAW video data output over HDMI to Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR - [5.9K] / [4K] / [Anamorphic (4:3) 3.5K] 12-bit RAW video data can be output over HDMI to B…
Version 2.3 - 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.
Version 2.2 - 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 2.1 - July 28, 2020: RAW Video Data output over HDMI - [5.9K] / [4K] / [Anamorphic (4:3) 3.5K] 12-bit RAW Video Data can be output over HDMI. The Apple ProRes RAW can be recorded o…
Version 2.0 - May 25, 2020: Enhanced video functions / improved performance - Downconverted output over HDMI during [6K]/[5.9K]/[5.4K] video recording is available. - In Creative Video mo…
Version 1.1 - December 10, 2019: Expanded compatibility with Profoto wireless transmitters - Profoto wireless transmitters "Air Remote TTL-O/P" and "Profoto Connect-O/P" can be used. * All fun…
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 377 days.
The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H is a full-frame L-mount cinema camera and the first mirrorless camera to receive Netflix approval for original content production. It features a 24.6MP sensor, 6K/24p and 5.9K/30p video recording, dual-native ISO up to 51200, and 14-stop V-Log dynamic range. The S1H is the video-focused flagship of Panasonic's Lumix S series. It was originally released on September 5, 2019.
What is the latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H?
The latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H is 2.8. It was released on March 25, 2025.
What changed in Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H firmware version 2.8?
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H firmware version 2.8 includes the following changes: Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens.
Improved operational stability.
Where can I download the latest Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H firmware (version 2.8) are on Panasonic's official release page: https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/ff/dl/s1h.html
How often does Panasonic release firmware updates for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H?
We have tracked 11 firmware versions of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 377 days.
Has Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H been discontinued?
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H has not received a firmware update in a long time and may be discontinued. However, some products resume updates after extended periods.