New features for LUMIX S5II, S5IIX, GH7 and G9II

Compatibility with the LUMIX Lab app for these models has been expanded to include remote shooting, shutter control, image transfer directly from the camera, and a wireless live streaming feature for enhanced functionality.

March 2025 Update

S9 V1.3 

Performance Improvements 

• Improved startup speed when powering on  
• Improved operational stability

Feature changes 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 
• Image Transfer feature to PC via Wi-Fi has been removed (European/Ukrainian models) 

S1H V2.8 

• Added a pop-up message when using a Panasonic collapsible lens. 
• Improved operational stability 

G100D V1.1 

Feature changes 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 
• Image Transfer feature to PC via Wi-Fi has been removed (European models) 
• Improved operational stability 

January 2025 Update

S5II V3.2 and S5IIX V2.2  

• Enhanced LUMIX Lab App Features: Compatibility with the LUMIX Lab smartphone app has been expanded to include remote shooting, shutter control, image transfer directly from the camera, and a wireless live streaming feature* for enhanced functionality (*LUMIX S5IIX only.) 
• Advanced Phase Hybrid Auto Focus: The highly accurate phase hybrid auto focus system has been further improved with enhanced subject detection, with the option to select detection of airplanes and trains, as well as specific parts of cars and motorcycles  
• Versatile Multi-Frame Markers: Display feature for multiple frame markers allows for simultaneous display of up to three frame markers, with adjustable size and position; adds versatility for content creators framing for different aspect ratios or planning shots with multiple compositions, for shooting in Open Gate 
• Hybrid and Crop Zoom Options: Hybrid Zoom and Crop Zoom offer higher magnification without the need to exchange lenses; Hybrid Zoom uses only the zoom ring by combining optical zoom with Crop Zoom; Crop Zoom extracts the central part of an image and enhances the zoom effect without degrading image quality; both for greater flexibility in precise framing 
• MP4(Lite) for Social Sharing: Record video in Open Gate mode with reduced data consumption without compromising resolution; new smartphone-optimized format makes it easier to quickly share content on social media  

GH7 V1.3 

• Enhanced LUMIX Lab App Features: Compatibility with the LUMIX Lab smartphone app has been expanded to include remote shooting, shutter control, image transfer directly from the camera, and a wireless live streaming feature for enhanced functionality  
• Versatile Multi-Frame Markers: Display feature for multiple frame markers allows for simultaneous display of up to three frame markers, with adjustable size and position; adds versatility for content creators framing for different aspect ratios or planning shots with multiple compositions, for shooting in Open Gate 
• MP4(Lite) for Social Sharing: Record video in Open Gate mode with reduced data consumption without compromising resolution; new smartphone-optimized format makes it easier to quickly share content on social media  

G9II V2.3 

• Enhanced LUMIX Lab App Features: Compatibility with the LUMIX Lab smartphone app has been expanded to include remote shooting, shutter control, and the transfer of images selected on the camera, enhancing its functionality 
• Advanced Phase Hybrid Auto Focus: The highly accurate phase hybrid auto focus system has been further improved with enhanced subject detection, with the option to select detection of airplanes and trains, as well as specific parts of cars and motorcycles  
• Versatile Multi-Frame Markers: Display feature for multiple frame markers allows for simultaneous display of up to three frame markers, with adjustable size and position; adds versatility for content creators framing for different aspect ratios or planning shots with multiple compositions, for shooting in Open Gate 
• Crop Zoom Options: Extracts the central part of an image and enhances the zoom effect without degrading image quality; allows prime lenses to be used as if they have a longer focal length, to  use existing lenses in different shooting scenarios 
• MP4(Lite) for Social Sharing: Record video in Open Gate mode with reduced data consumption without compromising resolution; new smartphone-optimized format makes it easier to quickly share content on social media  

LUMIX S Series Lens Firmware  

S-R1635 V1.2
S-E70200 V1.4
S-R70200 V1.4
S-R24105 V1.4 

• Improved AF performance while zooming (S-R1635, S-R70200) 
• Expanded compatibility with Leica L-mount converter (S-E70200, S-R70200) 
• Improved operational stability (S-R24105)