Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R firmware v1.6

Panasonic Lumix · Released Nov 24, 2020 · First seen Jul 5, 2026

v1.6 is not the latest firmware for the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R: the current version is v2.1 (January 23, 2025). Go to v2.1

What's in this update

Improved AF performance - Tracking and recognition performance of AF have been improved with an addition of head recognition.

  • Human/Animal recognition can be set ON or OFF when the AF mode is set to [1-Area] or [1-Area+]. - [AF+MF] can be used during video recording. Added video functions - The following 5K(4992x3744) video recording mode in MOV format h​as been supported. * 5K30p/25p/24p, 4:2:0 10bit LongGOP, 200Mbps, LPCM - [Like 2100(HLG)] has been added in [Photo Style] to support 10-bit HDR video recording. - [Luminance Level] function supports the 10-bit mode.
  • High-Resolution audio recording using an XLR Microphone Adaptor DMW-XLR1 is available and it can be controlled with [XLR Mic Adaptor Setting] menu.
  • MOV only - 4K 60P/50P 4:2:2 10-bit video output over HDMI has been supported​. - [SS/Gain Operation] function has been added. - [Red REC Frame Indicator] is available.
  • It is possible to play back vertical videos vertically. Other added functions - 4K video files can be transferred to a smartphone via Wi-Fi. Operating Instructions for the Change of Specifications

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