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Panasonic G9 II to be Announced in September?

Good news folks!! Panasonic G9 II is rumored to be announced in September 2023.  Panasonic LUMIX G9II camera is expected to feature phase detection autofocus.

The Panasonic G9 price is around $899 for body-only. However the camera was listed as discontinued in Japan. Check availability at B&HPhoto.

Here’s what to expect from Panasonic G9 II.

  •  Scheduled to be announced in September
  •  upgraded sensor
  •  improved stabilization
  •  Phase detection AF

OM SYSTEM is also expected to release two new lenses in 2023.

  • OM ED 50-200mm F2.8 PRO lens   (NO “IS”?)
  • OM ED 50-250mm F4 lens

Best Camera for Wildlife Photography

Here is a video review and comparison of several mirrorless cameras for capturing best wild life photography. Dpreview published a video to find out the Best Camera for Wildlife Photography. Here are the top mirrorless cameras for this genre in different price ranges.

Which camera is the best camera for wildlife photography?  Dpreview listed the best choice.

Continue reading “Best Camera for Wildlife Photography”

New Firmware Updates for Panasonic GH5S, G9 and G100

Panasonic has released new firmware updates for the GH5S, G9 and G100 cameras.

  • Panasonic GH5S Firmware Version 2.0
  • Panasonic G9 Firmware Version 2.4
  • Panasonic G100 Firmware Version 1.2

$300 off on Panasonic GH5S body: $1,797.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

$300 off on Panasonic G9: $997.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

$150 off on Panasonic G100 with 12-32mm Lens: $597.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Download link: New Firmware Updates for Panasonic GH5S, G9 and G100 Continue reading “New Firmware Updates for Panasonic GH5S, G9 and G100”

Panasonic Announces Firmware Update Programs for GH5S, G9 and G100

Along with the GH6 development and GH5 II official announcements, Panasonic also announced the new firmware updates for the GH5S, G9 and G100 mirrorless cameras, which will be available for download on June 8, 2021 at 9:00pm EDT.

  • Panasonic GH5S Firmware Version 2.0
  • Panasonic G9 Firmware Version 2.4
  • Panasonic G100 Firmware Version 1.2

$300 off on Panasonic GH5S body: $1,797.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

$300 off on Panasonic G9: $997.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

$150 off on Panasonic G100 with 12-32mm Lens: $597.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Press Release: Continue reading “Panasonic Announces Firmware Update Programs for GH5S, G9 and G100”

New Firmware Updates Released for Panasonic G9 & G100

Panasonic released new firmware updated for Panasonic G9 & G100 cameras. With this firmware the company updated to version 2.3 for Panasonic G9 (Amazon, B&H, Adorama) and firmware version 1.1 for Panasonic G100 (Amazon, B&H, Adorama).

Improvement for the Panasonic G9:

  1. Fixed the problem of overexposure when burst shooting with the settings of SH1, SH2, SH1 PRE, SH2 PRE.
  2. Improved LVF image quality when waiting for shooting in creative video mode.

Improvement for the Panasonic G100:

  1. LUMIX Webcam Software(Beta) Compatibility
    – LUMIX Webcam Software (Beta) can be used.
  2. Improved Image Stabilization
    – There were cases the angle of view changed according to the movement of the subject when using a lens that does not support image stabilization and [E-Stabilization(Video)] is set to ON. This bug has been fixed.
  3. Other added functions
    – [Horizontal Image Flip(Monitor)] / [Vertical Image Flip(Monitor)] enables to reverse or not to reverse the monitor image when the free-angle monitor is rotated.

Download link: New Firmware Updates for Panasonic G9 & G100

$200 off on Panasonic G9 for $997.99

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New Firmware Updates for Panasonic GH5, GH5S, G9, G95, G85 and GX9

Panasonic announced a minor firmware updates for GH5, GH5S, G9, G95, G85, GX9 mirrorless cameras and the upcoming release of software programs “LUMIX Streaming (Beta)” for Mac and the development of “LUMIX Webcam Software” for Win/Mac.

The firmware update programs are aimed to improve compatibility with the new Tripod Grip DMW-SHGR1 and operational stability with LUMIX G VARIO 12-32mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH. /MEGA O.I.S.(H-FS12032) lens. Meanwhile, “LUMIX Streaming (Beta)” and “LUMIX Webcam Software” enhance work-at-home activities using LUMIX cameras.

The firmware program will be available at LUMIX Global Customer Support website https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/ on July 21, 2020. Continue reading “New Firmware Updates for Panasonic GH5, GH5S, G9, G95, G85 and GX9”

Panasonic G9 vs Olympus E-M1 Mark III : Which is the King of MFT ?

Dpreview published a full video review of the two flagship MFT camras: Panasonic Lumix G9 and Olympus E-M1 Mark III.

The Olympus EM1 Mark III may be the new kid on the block, but the Panasonic G9 is rocking an impressive mid-life firmware upgrade. But which one is the king of the Micro Four Thirds world!

DPReview has compared the Panasonic G9 with the new Olympus E-M1 Mark III. Watch the video for a blow-by-blow comparison. Continue reading “Panasonic G9 vs Olympus E-M1 Mark III : Which is the King of MFT ?”

Panasonic G9 Firmware 2.0 Hands-on Review

Maarten Heilbron published a new hands-on review of the Panasonic G9 with the firmware 2.0 upgrade. The details of the review includes V-Log tests and samples.

As you know with this major upgrade Panasonic G9 advances a 10-bit 4:2:2 video capture for 4K at up to 30p and HDMI output of 10-bit 50 and 60p footage.  Continue reading “Panasonic G9 Firmware 2.0 Hands-on Review”

Panasonic Released New Firmware Update for GH5s and G9 Cameras

Panasonic has released a new firmware update for GH5s and G9 Micro Four Thirds  cameras. This is a minor update as it fixes only one but important bug. Panasonic G9 firmware updated to version 2.1 while the GH5s firmware to version 1.5.

Picture freeze may occur at burst recording using an external flash when camera is set to AFC/AFF and LVF frame rate 120fps, has been improved.

Download New Firmware Update for GH5s and G9 Cameras

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Panasonic Releases New Firmware Update for LUMIX S1R, S1, GH5, GH5S & G9

Panasonic has announced a series of new firmware updates for S1, S1R full frame, GH5, GH5s and the G9 MFT cameras.

With this major upgrade Panasonic G9 advances a 10-bit 4:2:2 video capture for 4K at up to 30p and HDMI output of 10-bit 50 and 60p footage. Meanwhile, the GH5S and G9 also gain animal detect autofocus, while both those cameras and the GH5 gain AF-On Near Shift and AF-ON Far Shift options to prioritize near or distant subjects.

New Panasonic firmware updates will be available at the LUMIX Global Customer Support website on November 19, 2019. Continue reading “Panasonic Releases New Firmware Update for LUMIX S1R, S1, GH5, GH5S & G9”