Panasonic Lumix DC-S9 firmware

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1. Version 1.9 Latest Released Mar 10, 2026 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Operational​ stability has​ been improved.

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2. Version 1.8 Released Dec 23, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   We have improved ​an issue that sometimes caused parts of the image corners ​to be missing when the camera was moved with image stabilization enabled.

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3. Version 1.7 Released Nov 18, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Circle-like noise appeared on t​he monitor when APS-C lenses were remove​d without turning off the camera. This bug has been fixed.

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4. Version 1.6 Released Oct 20, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Enhanced Focus Ring Operation for Interchangeable Lenses - The focus ring can be used as a control ring, enabling for assigning key functions.

   • The focus rotation direction can be selected as either clockwise or counterclockwise.
   • A lens ​compatible with this feature is required. Please refer to the information for supported lenses here. Improved compatibility - Improved compatibility when used with our interchangeable lens S-R100500 and teleconverter (DMW-STC14/STC20). Additional Video Function -​ Added "Shutter Speed Limiter" to the video menu. Other Function Improvements and Enhancements - When registering both photo and video menus into My Menu, common items will be reflected in both modes if registered in either menu.
   • Aperture can be set from F45 to F90 based on the L-Mount standard.
   • Operational stability has been improved. Operating Instructions for the Change of Specifications
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5. Version 1.5 Released Jul 15, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Enhanced the se​curity of products. Improved operationa​l stability.

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6. Version 1.4 Released Apr 14, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Fixed an issue where some settings reverted ​to their default values after updating to firmware version 1.3. Fixed an issue with the recording gain setting. Fixed an issue where the password authentication might not be displayed ​when connecting to Wi-Fi. Improved operational stability.

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7. Version 1.3 Released Mar 25, 2025 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   When updating to firmware version 1.3, please be aware that the following settings, which were configured prior to the update, will be reset to their default settings. ■ Settings that will be reset to default: Video Record Limit [Default setting: ON] Detecting Subject [Default setting: CAR - Main Part Priority / MOTORCYCLE - Helmet Priority /​ TRAIN - Main Part Priority / AIRPLANE - Nose Priority] Remote recording operation priority settings in LUMIX Lab [Default setting: Camera prioritized] The following setting within "Frame Marker":

   • Live View Frame Adjustment [Default setting: OFF] - Settings for Frame 2 / Frame 3 - Frame Aspect [Default setting: OFF] - Frame Color [Default setting: Gray] - Change Size/Position (when the "Frame Aspect" is set to "Custom") Feature change​s due to security enhancements - When directly connecting the camera and smartphone via Wi-Fi, the connection has been changed to always require password authentication. (The [Wi-Fi Password] menu has been removed.) - The [TKIP] encryption method is no longer supported when connecting to Wi-Fi via an access point.
   • The [No Encryption] option in network authentication is no longer supported when connecting to Wi-Fi via an access point.
   • The image transfer feature to PC via Wi-Fi has been removed. (Only European/Ukrainian models) Other improvements - The startup speed when powering on has been improved.
   • The operational stability has been improved. Operating Instructions for the Change of Specifications
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8. Version 1.2 Released Oct 18, 2024 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   Improved the stability of firmware update​s via Wi-Fi (LUMIX Lab/LUMIX Sync).

   • Firmware Version 1.2 also includes the items, functions a​nd features that were included in Version 1.1.
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9. Version 1.1 Released Oct 9, 2024 First seen Jul 5, 2026
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   The recording time limit menu has been added - The recording mode without the time limitation has been added.

   • The recording time varies depending on the environment and the operating conditions.
   • The recording stops automatically once the internal temperature gets too high, even if it is set to this mode. Add​ed Multiple frame markers display feature - Up to 3 frame markers can be displayed simultaneously. Enhanced subject detection - [AIRPLANE] and [TRAIN] have been added to subject detection modes. - [Target Parts] option has been added for [CAR][MOTORCYCLE] detection modes. Compatible to the new features on LUMIX smartphone ​app "LUMIX Lab (Ver.1.2 or higher) " - Remote shooting is now available.
   • Shutter remote control is now available.
   • Transferring images selected on camera is now available. Other improvements - The operability of the control dial while in the menu has been changed.
   • Improved operational stability. Operating Instructions for the Change of Specifications
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