Panasonic S1 - After 2 years. Underrated 6K Beast!

[@ericbeaton7211]

A really enjoyable and practical honest video. After two years of Sony, I sold my Sony gear and have got myself a nearly new S5 with the 20-60mm kit lens and the 50mm prime lens and also got a nearly new S1 body. I have only had them a couple of weeks so haven’t used them a lot but I am really happy with the results I have got so far.

[@JoseAlvarez-gk8cf]

how has the s1 held up with the s5? Do you see much difference in the picture quality? Just asking since I've been thinking about getting the s1 over the s5

[@JoseAlvarez-gk8cf]

This perhaps is the best review of the S1 since I can't seem to find great quality videos of it and this is july of 2024 and this video is 3 years old by now but by far the best review I've seen yet! I just can't believe that alot of people seem to not care about Lumix cameras since they lacked autofocus back then. Even though they were cinema beasts. Well atleast they are alot more cheap now in days making them the best entry and pro level cameras for cinematographers. Anyways great video brother!

[@nabeeltariq1597]

Perhaps the most accurate review for the S1. I was literally looking for a review of this sort. Very well explained and I don't think anybody has to move to another video for S1 after this one.

[@HuFilms]

Thanks Nabeel, lovely comment to get. I'm they typical S1 user I guess and it comes natural to just let the info flow out.

[@sztomi90]

I agree. The sample videos and images were stunning. I like that he talked about what matters and showed amazing footage, not just boring shots of charts and indoor lit objects like most reviewers.....I like to see real life reviews. I think this was the last push for me to get the S1 when I find a good deal used.

[@charliemcgrain]

Great work. May thanks for the video. I just shot a feature film on the S5, same sensor as S1H and S1. I shot out to the Ninja V, so I was getting 5.9k, 422, 12 bit, FULL FRAME RAW prores. The image is just poetry. I see they are now offering phase detect. I don't use AF myself but that puts Panasonic up there with the best of them. I am Dub, now living in LA, it was great to hear another Mick talking cameras. Best of luck.

[@DonalLeader]

Great to see a Galway presence on KZbin photography. Can’t beat Galway and the Corrib as a photography location ! Great presentation on the S1. It goes on my wish list.

[@ShiftDawgie]

Awesome video! Just picked up an S1! Great upgrade/addition to the GH5!

[@HuFilms]

It's a much nicer camera IMO. Can't beat FF. Thanks for the nice comment, appreciate it!

[@Bel-et-bien-vu]

I really appreciate a lot your point of view, got my S1 since june 2019 and very happy with it too, for professionally video and photography work

[@HuFilms]

No problem, thanks a lot. Yes, you made a good choice and this camera will remain very 'current' for years to come.

[@iiiNelsonImages]

Nice update. I’m working on one for the S1R actually.

[@HuFilms]

Cool, look forward to seeing that.

[@FrancisJacquerye]

I am stumbling upon this video 2 years after publication. I have had an S5 for the last 3 years, which I recently got the perfect setup for product photography. I have also been building a lens set for the L-Mount. I decided to buy a second hand S1 as my studio camera in Autumn 2023 and to keep the S5 as my carry around. It’s nice to hear that the S1 will offer a lot of features.

[@frontstandard1488]

I bought it in December 2023 for photography. I like the sensor. Colour is good. Build quality top notch despite the typical design ethos (not a Leica). Screen and viewfinder are superb to me, so good for photography after several decades using film cameras. I use sigma art 40 and 28 1.4 lenses so far. Quite amazing to me, still learning really. Sensor is great in lower light and looks good at higher iso settings. I tried dslrs here and there and never gelled with them. I used medium format film mainly. But the mirrorless cameras are something very different and interesting to me. The ability to see exposure in the viewfinder is very impressive to me.

[@MrMick560]

Great video, beautiful photos ! very nicely made.

[@SimpleSandalsMedia]

This video made me a subscriber!!!!! The Panasonic S1 is my absolute dream cam and I have faith that one day I will own it.

[@HuFilms]

Awesome, thanks! Bag yourself a secondhand one then!

[@SimpleSandalsMedia]

@@HuFilms Stunning image quality on this underrated camera. I love the fact that you can push it to some limits while it's retaining its brilliance. Love this camera!!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts by the way.

[@caiminjacob2798]

And to think you nearly sold it to me 😜got the update for it last month, what an absolute monster this camera is now!

[@HuFilms]

sure is. Enjoy!

[@pauldavidbarikder1546]

I’m also a S1 user & completely agreed with you, nice one.

[@budgetindie]

Hi Hugh, a great & concise S1 user testimonial. Im a hybrid shooter, and I’ve been striking gold with my body choices. Back in 2017, i acquired the Samsung NX1 at a bargain (as Samsung silently abandons NX mount). It was ahead of its time. BSI sensor, HVEC video, DCI 4k, oversampled video, robust body. Launched in 2015, the NX1 remained competitive as far as mid 2019. Then, i contemplated for a much ‘current’ mount to succeed the NX - on November 2019, i acquired the S1. Little that i knew this stroke of luck repeated again. Series of firmware updated had unlocked exciting functionalities, expanding creativity. A quick check on used market today (mid 2021), an S1 body w/out vlog sells at £1300, the same price I acquired mine back in 2019 - with vlog. As for lenses, I’ve carried forward using EF mounts and looking with keen eye at the used market as Canon throws its weight behind RF, making the EF an affordable, formidable and widest choices ever. Exciting times!

[@HuFilms]

Well said and thanks for the nice words. Honestly, we've reached a point where camera's are future proof. I bought a 4k Blackmagic in 2014. That's 7.5 years ago. I got rid of that camera 2 years ago but not for it's image quality as it had a lovely sharp image and global shutter. The S1 will be good for years, especially if you shoot with a recorder in prores or raw. The image and DR is great. You really don't need any more.

[@johnsy59]

Excellent review 👏

[@roveism]

6k raw 12bit external recording... jezuz, cant wait for this video.

[@cguzmanvisuals]

Fantastic video! Very excited to recently own an S1 with the new update. Pairs nicely with my S5 and GH5! Cheers!

[@HuFilms]

Thanks! You're building a sweet collection!

[@DenisDuhalde]

Very interesting video, well structured, with nice shots and good audio. Thanks!

[@HuFilms]

Thanks Denis, appreciate it.

[@marinrealestatephotography]

Thanks for the video, Hugh. We people on the West Coast of the USA need to start sending you some hats so you can start representing some California teams.

[@HuFilms]

Lol, I just pick up what looks OK and feels comfortable! I guess the NY Yankees are closer to me as I'm in Ireland! 😂

[@flex215]

I’m just leaving a comment because he told me to. And I like this camera. Have a fantastical daaaay!

[@thegixlad27]

I'm thinking of buying the S1 at the moment, for the body in the UK it's just slightly over the £1000 mark which personally is awesome.

[@jaimejrking]

Used market is the best way to buy a S1, $1600-$1700 is a great price for this beast!

[@HuFilms]

I agree. But if you're a registered tax paying business, you'll claim around one fifth of the price back. I do in Ireland.

[@jb-wj3wn]

I use s1 for my main photography camera , fashion, portraits etc .. changed from Nikon .. love the s1 files

[@joyoffilming9500]

What a great and honest review! Coming from Nikon D810 for stills, I decided for the LUMIX S1H a year ago, and I still love it so much. With a nice Novoflex adapter I can even reuse some of my lens for the Nikon, of course in manual mode only. I love seeing how Panasonic is widening their LUMIX S series product range and adds new SW features every 4-6 month, making their cameras even better.

[@HuFilms]

Thanks a lot. What is 'SW features' ? am I missing something?

[@LucasAdamson]

@@HuFilms software (firmware)

[@LukeBrownFigmentoFilms]

Great video, I recently made a couple videos regarding the new firmware updates. I really love this camera, Panasonic are understandbly pushing the S5 more. I'm fortunate enough to own both and the S1 is the camera to own for professional use in my opinion. It's fantastic.

[@HuFilms]

Cheers Luke, I think i've seen your vids before. Good luck with the channel mate.

[@aviationodyssey1892]

love my s1 and s1r really

[@avarmadillo]

Great video. I own the S1, and it's a wonderful camera. BUT, I shoot hand held all the time with my BMPCC 6k---using stabilized Canon lenses....and doing that I found Canon has been right all along: in-lens stabilization is superior to IBIS. I never have to worry about all the warpie stuff from the floating sensor. Hand held always looks so good with the Blackmagic.

[@HuFilms]

Interesting point but with lens stabilisation it's very much geared towards holding the camera still whereas with sensor IBIS it combats movement better so you can do handheld sweeps and the like. The 6k is nice but I'd be losing a lot of the glass in my lenses as they're all FF.

[@roscosart1888]

I've used both handheld running and gunning and I find the S1 IBIS superior with native lenses. The great thing is it's a lighter set up, you can put a non i.s vintage glass on the S1 and it does a good job. Warping is a concern if you're using super wide lenses but that can be controlled using a gimbal. Hand held look is subjective of course, do what feels right for you.

[@ArpadAmbrus]

Thanks for such a a thorough review. Contemplating myself on upgrading to FF, EosR, Pana S5 or the S1 with dropping prices. Tough choices and you helped a lot with the comparisons as well!

[@HuFilms]

You're welcome, glad you liked it. I would say to avoid the EosR and stick with the S1 as the crop in 4K and reduced DR on the EosR is limiting. Plus no IBIS. The S1 is streets ahead. Unless you're photography inclined.

[@ArpadAmbrus]

@@HuFilms Thank you so much for the answer. In the last few days I was binge-watching your videos and noticed you were using an 80D which I own as well. :) Lots of great content! Subbed and clicked that bell too, obviously. I would need video for my work - education/tutorial videos - photography is a hobby ATM but IS, DR and super resolution really draw me towards Pana, regardless of more limited lens selection. I am not bothered about using adapters or MF on tripod work anyway.

[@DavidConroyFilms]

Thanks Hugh I really got a lot out of this. I'm getting the S5 which apparently has many of the same specs as the S1H according to Caleb Pike from DSLR video shooter. I was going to get the old Sony A7iii as an upgrade to my Panasonic g80/85 but it's an old camera and I'm glad I stumbled upon the S series from Panasonic as it's a budget friendly top notch camera for professional work.

[@HuFilms]

Yeah, it's a serious little camera for the price and streets ahead of that a7 for video.

[@ChrisTopheRaz]

Budget friendly compared to the Sony? I have the S1 and I paid over 3400.00 for it with a kit lens. That’s not exactly budget friendly lol. I think the S5 is more budget friendly by far. I love my S1, it’s a beast and has been the best purchase I’ve made.

[@richardgorski23]

S5 has a bad EVF, less buttons. Rear screen not as sharp.

[@starnutron6147]

@@ChrisTopheRaz is S1 a good camera in 2023 if I am getting this for 1600 usd. please reply

[@ChrisTopheRaz]

@@starnutron6147 considering how this camera stands up to the best today at half the price I paid for mine? Yes.

[@bitzzzbytemedia]

Thanks for this very detail video, the best part is that it feels personal not convincing. To me that's very important, I nothing better than a personal review. The more I watch videos about the S1 the closer I get to purchase this camera. I need a FULL frame camera to pair with my GH5. Every time my family and I go into a road trip or vacation I found my self struggling switching between photo and video. I'm very disappointed on Sony, for the price it has too many flaws IMO, and the S5 is no go for me just because of the HDMI port. I have 5 month to make a decision.

[@ShiftDawgie]

Look for a secondhand S1! You can pick up some great deals!

[@steveteare3865]

I think you'll find that only the S1H got braw. It was a bit ambiguous in the announcement, but when I checked the S1H could do braw or prores depending on the recorder, but the S1 is prores only, to a Ninja V.

[@JanSur]

right

[@steveteare3865]

Update: The firmware update announced today (23 Jun) and available on the 13th July brings external braw recording to the S1 and S5. See www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/firmware_update.html

[@devanteep8202]

love this camera.

[@HuFilms]

Me too!

[@ridgemills]

I ordered the S1 yesterday, watching video's to affirm my choice now 🙃. I have a C200 as our A cam but it's so bulky. The image and dynamic range are stellar though, I'm uncertain if the S1 will do well on that regards. I do notice the image is quite a bit more contrasty, which kinda gives away it's a hybrid camera. How do you like the RAW image coming from the S1? Do you see a difference in DR?

[@oceansidesounddesign8770]

Absolutely brilliant review. Exactly what I was looking for. Well done mate. I shoot on a GH5 + GH5S and looking at jumping into FF. Only wish the S1 did 4K 50p FF. Maybe next in a few years. Going to be tough deciding between the GH6 and a 2cd hand S1.

[@HuFilms]

Yeah, the crop is a pain at times but it's also quite convenient in some instances. E.G. filming wildlife and sports. I'm sure the GH6 will be a beast and may have better features but it ain't gonna be FF for sure!

[@HuFilms]

Thanks for the nice words btw.

[@CryptoJones]

As a Canon R6 owner, I am actually looking at a Panasonic DC-S1 for video because there is no 30-minute recording limit.

[@michelcolaci8348]

Great review - thanks for all the detailed info, really helped me decide between the S5 and S1 and I just ordered the S1 for both commercial and personal projects as I do a lot of Photography also. It also seems a great fit alongside my G9 which, kinda like the S1 has become awesome for video after the 2.1 upgrade. I use mainly manual lenses for video anyhow and prefer manual focus pulling, so I really don't mind the AF short comings. Interestingly, for photography I find the AF actually super good on my G9. Sorry I couldn't use affiliate link as I'm based in Ireland. Really like your work and videos!! Liked and subscribed.

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

That G9 update still doesn't make it an video camera to shoot major projects as the S1H, S1, S5, GH5 Mark ll. It will always be a photo centric camera first. The G9 actually compares a little to the S1R. But the S1R is still much better.

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Awesome

[@pigzai1991]

Great review Hugh. I was still wondering either get The S1 or the BMPCC6K Pro because mainly I'm only using for commercial, product and corporate video works. I do love both of this camera since the S1 new 2.0 firmware update. BMPCC6K Pro have great 5 inch flip screen, in-built ND Filter an flexible Codecs without any external monitor while the S1 have great internal stabilizer, great battery lifetime & solid body and it feels last for many years. Really have hard time decide. The moire on the S1 quite scary thou.

[@HuFilms]

Thanks, good comparison. The S1 would me a much more 'convenient' camera should you want to lug it around in a bag or whatever. Also, the shallow depth of field with full frame is nicer. It's a luxury having the codec and colour science of the BM cameras but clients will never really know the difference. I'd love to try the 6k pro, maybe soon.

[@pigzai1991]

@@HuFilms Love to see you try comparison between BMPCC6K Pro and S1. Not much youtubers comparing this two camera.

[@HuFilms]

Yeah, I'd love to try one. Soon, hopefully.

[@SkonrokkenTV]

Nice review. Have an s5 which also does 5.9k out via hdmi since december, think your vlog is a bit out of date. And since then the s1, s1r and s1h got the autofocus updates from the s5. But very nice review. Here, just prefer the smaller size of the s5. But the 5.9k internal recording which the s1 received would have been nice. The s1 lacks a flippy screen of course. All great cameras. The s1h would be the perfect camera for video, but bit expensive and a bit giant. Not exactly the thing for a casual video out hiking or something. Even my s5 is a bit big for that. For most hiking vids and vlogging, the gopro on a selfy stick is still the thing. Vastly smaller, lighter weight and much better video stabilization. And in good daylight, only marginally worse picture.

[@dreamfactorystudioit]

I'm thinking to buy. Did you try an s1r? Is worth to buy it, or s1 is enough on video?

[@lnruiz2003]

I'm sold. [adds to cart]

[@yebhiwobhi7708]

very informative review. thanks.

[@HuFilms]

Thanks a lot!

[@wilkbor]

Thanks for the video. I just subscribed.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Great video Hugh! For the AF problem in video, do you confirm the AF for the subject you want to track before you start to film? It's day and night difference...

[@HuFilms]

Thanks Luca, I just watched your video on it. Very interesting. I must try that. For now I've started using the R5 which I got a few months ago. Best of luck with your channel!

[@LucaBono.Studio]

@@HuFilms Thank you so much my friend! Yes, you should give it a try...the AF works better after the confirmation. The R5 is a beast of a camera, I can imagine why you're using it a lot! Ciao!

[@TheOneMonk]

Fab review!

[@domonicwhite]

Great info - thanks for sharing all of this - you create some amazing images! I understand the camera may have a pixel|pixel mode like the old GH series? If so, have you tried this? It would be an fab option to have for extra reach and macro shots (I'm interested in filming more wildlife). Also, did you get to try and external recorder with it yet?

[@HuFilms]

Hi Domonic, are you on about cropping in to a HD image like you could on the GH5? Essentially, the S1 shoots pixel on pixel (or not downsampled) when you shoot in apsc mode or shoot 4k in higher fps such as 50 or 60. I use an external recorder all the time but haven't used one for RAW a I think you need the latest ones. Feel free to advise me on that.

The price in the S5 and S1 used are very similar this days, which one do you recomend?

[@MegaJURISTE]

My next camera coming from 1dx mark II... Hope I'll love it!

[@musadays8083]

All Panasonic cameras're amazing, except their AUTOFOCUS 😮‍💨🤞

[@transitionfilm]

Thanks for making this review Hugh. Great to hear about S1 when so many other Lumix camera are being released. I need to get Sigma lenses for my S1. Cheers, Bip

[@HuFilms]

Yeah, you can't go wrong with the sigma. Especially the 70-200. It's a beast. Literally!

[@juanalvarez5376]

Hugh, this was a really good review; I thoroughly enjoyed it, and yes I did subscribe. If you are a hybrid shooter and you had the choice between picking up a used S1 or S1H, which one would you choose? Thank you in advance.

[@HuFilms]

I think the S1 is better for most people as the extra video features you have with the S1H are only for pro users and shooting photos with the S1 is more comfortable than the H version as it's smaller and lighter.

[@smalldeekgeorge]

6k and no optical low pas filter! I'm crying..I can die happy...

[@JimmySaul888]

Great video, Hugh. I bought my S1 partly after your review from 2 years ago. It's been a wonderful hybrid camera, except for one annoying thing. In manual focus shooting 4k, the focus peaking gets very dim as soon as I hit record. When I stop recording, the focus peaking intensity comes back. This only happens in the 4k modes, not in 1080p. Have you also experienced this on your S1? It makes shooting vintage lenses very difficult. I'm on an S camera forum and apparently I'm not the only one. I'm asking trying to figure out if I have a defective unit or this is a glitch to this model.

[@HuFilms]

I've always found the peaking to be very inaccurate alright and with my Tokina wide angle cine lens, I've missed focus on a lot of shots. Even today I still miss focus. Generally I focus through a zoom preview and set focus. With the Atomos recorder it has it's own peaking system so that's more reliable. Another thing I noticed is that the kit lens, the 24-105 actually loses focus in manual mode. E.G. if you have it left on a tripod and focus set, you need to check it regularly as something inside it can move and cause focus to drop. Crazy, I know but it has happened me. Thanks for the comment.

[@HuFilms]

Btw, thanks and that's good to hear. Glad you like the S1.

[@lnruiz2003]

If you had just one lens that was forever on this camera, which would you choose, for video? Great content!

[@HuFilms]

Thanks! The 24-70 is the 'holy grail' in terms of focal length. Honestly, about 98% of movie scenes are shot within that range (full frame equivalent). A 2.8 is great but if cost is a thing then the 24-105 f4 is great too and you'll get a lot more reach. Realistically, we only need 3 lenses. That's a wide, mid and tele. So a 14-24, 24-70 and 70-200 is everything you need really. You could always add an adapter to add to the zoom lens.

[@lnruiz2003]

@@HuFilms This information was incredibly helpful. I appreciate you taking the time to reply.

[@joakimtollerud2172]

Hi Hugh I'm on the fence of either the S5 or S1. They are priced very similar here in sweden with the same 20-60mm kit lens. Which one should I get? I'm coming from the Gh5.

[@HuFilms]

If you haven't decided, maybe get the S5 as it's newer and may have slightly better af. It also has a flippy screen. Honestly, it's a tough call.

[@justinmayfield6579]

Great content, Hugh! I’ve appreciated your vids over the last few years. Personally, I’m looking to buy either the S5 or S1. I think the S1 has slightly better features after the newest update but the S5 seems like it may be easier to throw in my backpack for the day just to have with me. I like to ride and walk a lot. Do you think the weight difference would be that big of a deal in that scenario? The S&Q mode seems nice too but the customizable buttons on the S1 may be able to do the same thing (i.e. quickly switch to 4k 60fps or whatnot). Lastly, based on tests I’ve seen, it seems that CAF works best in APSC at 60 FPS. Have you tested shooting yourself with those settings?

[@HuFilms]

Thanks, I appreciate it. Transportability will have a lot to do with the lens too. When you have no lens on the s1 it isnt that big or heavy. I havent used the s5 so cant overly compare. I never bothered doing tests with the AF on the s1 in different frame rates as I would need it to work in 24 as thats my working frame rate for my pieces to camera etc.

[@justinmayfield6579]

@@HuFilms Super helpful, Hugh! Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions!

[@ondrejjanoska660]

But on the sigma lenses you not gonna get linear manual focus ...and also the focus throw is not possible to set so precisely as on Panasonic L mount lenses. That's is why I kept my 24-105 f4 and did not get sigma 24-70 2.8

[@HuFilms]

Good point. I had the Sigma but sold it.

[@queensalnd]

Subscribed

[@damianvodenitcharov773]

I think videographers using mirrorless should seriously stick to EF mount (or Nikon F mount I guess), it is really nice to have a common denominator to all the new systems which will never be adaptable. I recently switched from the a7sii to the s5 and I've got to say I sure am glad I don't have to sell e-mount glass and buy L mount glass, which is very expensive and is extremely limited.

[@HuFilms]

Yeah, with EF lenses you can use them across all cameras via adapters. I forked out €2,500 for the 24-70 RF and can only use it on my R5. Its sickening! Canon will discontinue EF but others like Tokina, Tamron and Sigma won't hopefully.

[@damianvodenitcharov773]

@@HuFilms Yeah, hopefully EF will become a poor man's PL mount or something!

[@Filmmaker809]

Great video as always Hugh my friend! I own the GH5 & GH5s for making films, considering getting a S1 or S5 as S1H is above my budget. Can't wait to see the GH6. Is this the light you have Hugh? YC Onion Energy Tube SE 10" RGB LED Light Stick 6W CRI 98+ APP Control?

[@HuFilms]

Since the upgrade, the S1H isn't really necessary. Yes it's a better camera but the S1 is probably more than good enough and as you say, cheaper. Yeah, I think that's the LED. I've just linked it in the description.

[@Filmmaker809]

Thanx Hugh appreciate the advice. Still love my GH5 & GH5s, but I must just get a S1 further down this year. Hey and thanx for the link for the LED buddy!

[@tsproduction2010]

is Vlog and Raw external recording free with update or is needed to be bought?

[@hill-folks]

Hi Hugh. Can you suggest gimbal for Lumix s1 (24-105 lens).

[@ruff1draft]

Hugh thanks for this video on the Panasonic S1. Also does the Panasonic S1 also shot 10 bit internally without a recording limit

[@HuFilms]

Thanks! Lol, i actually didn't check that!

[@ruff1draft]

@@HuFilms Ok. Would it be possible to find out as it would be great if it could

[@jasonnowwhat5041]

I can’t find this anywhere…if you use sd AND cfexpress, can you dual record video?

[@dimdimich1]

Thanks Hugh for great content, can you tell me please about free V-log upgrade you mentioned, do you have to ask for it to be sent or it comes to every user automatically? Getting used S1 soon from Kildare user and he doesn't know what it is and doesn't have it on camera that was purchased from Birmingham's new 2019

[@HuFilms]

Hi Dimitri, no probs, thanks for the comment. I would say the best thing to do is ask on the FB group for these cameras. I see this question getting asked a lot. Hopefully you will. The last upgrade was free and you should be able to jump straight to it as far as I know. But check on the group.

[@johnwick860]

given the cons, what are the alternatives? same price range or slightly higher?

[@TheInventar]

If I upgrade my firmware, do I have to reactivate VLOG key?

[@ichalmajor]

Hello, I have a question. does the lumix s1 camera have a menu to change the language? For example, I want to buy a Japanese version of the Lumix S1 camera, can I change the language to English? Thank you

[@9988RedefinedD]

All videos clips are with 24-105 ?

[@Chris707ac]

Hey, how did you get the software key for free? I could of sworn there was an update on my S1 where I would get those features, but I still don't have 10 bit recording on MOV or MP4 on my S1. Why is that?

[@mtbboy1993]

Have you tried to change the autofocus settings?

[@denialvanish]

Hi Hugh. You show the S1 with an external monitor while talking about 6k, but can it record 6k while viewing with the external monitor? I found out the hard way that GH5, which was actively promoted as 6k anamorphic capable, cannot view or record this resolution externally. I've been using the Anamorphot 1.33x adapter to get 6k squeezed/de-squeezed to 16x9, but I can't see a thing on the external monitor once I hit record because the HDMI-out on the GH5 can only do 4k. To add insult to injury, the GH5 de-squeeze option only works with full 2x adapters (all other anamorphic formats are "off"), so the image is squeezed on the camera's LCD while recording. Only solution is to use Panasonic's Image app which eats half the screen real estate with controls, or, as I'm doing, use Adam Wilt's FieldMonitor which allows full screen viewing on a smartphone or tablet and proper de-squeeze for all anamorphic formats. It's beyond me why Panasonic didn't release or at least update the GH5's HDMI to v2.1 to allow higher resolutions. But I'm assuming (hoping?) that the S-series are all HDMI 2.1?

[@HuFilms]

Well, for a start, you know a lot more about this than me. I have the older Atomos inferno. Air no joy there. And actually since the update I get a pink line on the last vertical line of pixels. I think it should show you and image though. One thing you could try is a transmitter. And see if it'll transmit a hd image of what the camera is seeing. Also look into the new ninja V+ from atomos. Hope I make some sense here. It sounds like you'll figure it out somehow.

[@HuFilms]

Btw, thanks for the comment.

[@KeithSklower]

S-series are sadly only HDMI 2.0; (only 18gigabits). so, no 4k 120 ever, no 8k 30 (even though the S1R's sensor might be capable of it). I've read rumors of an S1(,R,H) mark 2 eventually, but maybe that's wishful thinking.

[@whunt29708]

I noticed you had the S1 on a Feiyutech gimbal. I have the Feiyutech AK4500 gimbal. Is this the same one you have and if so, does it hold the S1 pretty well?

[@HuFilms]

I got very smooth results from that gimbal but I did sell it as I have a Ronin already. Yeah, the S1 works fine on it. Just don't bother with AF.

[@elkwyre]

What do you think about the V2.1 firmware release Hugh?

[@HuFilms]

Hey! I actually haven't tried it. Only the previous 'huge' upgrade. Just checked there, can it do B-Raw out?

[@davidwoods80]

Still quite happy with my S1 after one year....and I don't shoot video!

[@HuFilms]

Yeah, I always really liked it for photography. It takes gorgeous images.

[@georgebrown8493]

Excellent video, great work :) I am deciding between a Panasonic S5 or S1, which do you think is the better choice. Also, I believe this is correct the S5 has a crop at 4K 60 but the S1 doesn't? Thanks ;D

[@HuFilms]

Hey, thanks a lot. Sorry for the slow response. No the S1 and S1H also crop at 60 unfortunatly.

[@CamiCastello1]

Hi! Do you have on line courses?

[@leonarddai4998]

does s1 has low pass filter?

[@romainprovost7164]

Sony A7IV or S1 ? 60% photo / 40% vidéo

[@motebike]

S1: Underrated beast. S1H: THE real beast. Case closed.

[@Arkadiusz4321]

does it have 100 fps fhd 10 bit? what about slow motion settings? I can't find anything about that. just 4k 60p 10 bit after update

[@HuFilms]

No, the super high frame rates are 8 bit I think. The quality isn't near the 60fps 4k.

[@ButterflySans]

Nikoj Z6 ii or Panasonic s1?

[@ericbeaton7211]

I honestly don't see any difference in the two cameras in terms of the photos they produce. My S5 seems to focus fractionally faster than the S1 does. but that may be down to the lenses, The only other real difference is obviously the weight of the two cameras.

[@iftikh]

Is the V LOG free to upgrade now or we still need to pay for it?

[@HuFilms]

Honestly, I have no idea. Check on the pana FB group.

[@KeithSklower]

Although you can get B-raw out of S1H to record on the Blackmagic recording monitors, Panasonic didn't offer it for the S1. And equally frustratingly, you can't yet get even a plug-in for Davinci Resolve to Edit ProRes Raw. You also have to use a Ninja V or a Ninja V+ (the new one), to record ProRes Raw over HDMI; the inferno and Shogun 7 will record ProRes Raw over SDI from sony cinema cameras, but not over HDMI. The most cost effective way to do it for your S1 would be to get a Ninja V, record ProRes Raw, get apple's compressor app (or premier) and transcode to ProRes 4:4:4:4 for use in Davinci Resolve. The B&H site doesn't show any difference in the quality of the monitor itself (same brightness, same dots) between the Ninja V and Ninja V+. It says that that the V+ is only HDMI 2.0, but supports 8k30. (Coming on your R5). (The base price for the V+ is $1500 US). My guess is that Atomos is Fibbing, and the chip in the V+ is HDMI 2.1 capable, because my understading is the 8K 30 violates the HDMI 2.0 standard). However, the V+ comes with a license for H.265 encoding.

[@HuFilms]

Dang! That's annoying. I was sure the upgrade had b-RAW. Crap. Also, the fact that you can't use prores RAW in DR, what a pain! Realistically, I don't 'need' either as prores is already amazing for me to work with in DR. I do like the look of the new Ninja V+. When I saw it, I assumed it was just the new version of the V (which is out a while now) but then I saw the price!

[@HuFilms]

BTW, thanks for the info. You have great knowledge on this subject.

[@luisneumannp2748]

14:11 streets ahead... was that a freaking community reference???

[@HuFilms]

Autofocus community!

[@ItsDrewsif]

Very very sadly, it seems that the S1 will not be receiving BRAW, Only the S1H.

[@HuFilms]

Man, that's a pity. Though, honestly, normal ProRes is probably more than good enough for most of us. It's such a pain that Resolve doesn't allow for ProRes RAW.

[@maxyorkshire5930]

What slider was that?

[@kostaschelioths6608]

Is good in full hd? I see low bit rates.

[@HuFilms]

For high frame rates it's OK but not great. Most of my high fps stuff is 60fps in 4k.

[@kostaschelioths6608]

@@HuFilms the gh5 is better in hd you think?

[@anorveaa]

That's not how Jared Polin says it. He says it like this "THE L MOUNT AAAALLLLLIIIIIIIIANCE!!!" Sorry I couldn't help it is just too funny :-)

[@raksh9]

The first time Jared said it was funny. Now I immediately skip over when he begins to say it.

[@tonyg7465]

How I get free software key update

[@HuFilms]

As far as I know, you can just go straight to the firmware 2. Perhaps ask on one of the Facebook groups.

[@KeithSklower]

If you are buying a *new* camera then the store you buy it from will get you the DMW-SFU2 software (Filmmaker's) upgrade. without it you can't get 10bit 4:2:2 video over HDMI. And you don't get .MOV containers. If you bought your camera when it wasn't free, you might be able to have your store make a case with you with panasonic. If you bought it used from third party, then just consider that all the features it unlocks are worth the $200 fee. Some used sellers do pass along the license with the camera if they have it.

[@KeithSklower]

If you're willing to pay for the upgrade, you can get it here: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1480752-REG/panasonic_dmw_sfu2_lumix_s1_filmmaker.html

[@tonyg7465]

@@HuFilms I updated to firmware 2 but I need purchase sfu2 key for vlog 10 bit 4:2:2

[@tonyg7465]

@@KeithSklower I bought it from 3 party

[@olegasphoto]

Ни о чём. Фантастик, лучшая камера, все красиво.

[@joeymccallion]

Poor Panasonic seemed to get lost in the noise and hype of the other companies and it is all down to Eye AF; that appears to be the reason why Canon are now as popular as Sony and the Nikon bodies are struggling to keep up.

[@HuFilms]

Yes, it's very much a vlogger style market where people demand reliable af. I'm still using the S1 instead of the R5 for my video jobs though. Even good and reliable AF can mess up a shot so manual focus is still best for me in work scenarios.

[@videocieldiffusion]

If only the AF were better, the S1 would be the best camera (for that kind of budget)

[@HuFilms]

If it could shoot 60fps in full frame and autofocus well then everyone would be going for it.

[@rendermanpro]

"A free software key update" - huh? I know only paid one they still offers

[@steveteare3865]

I think they offered a free software update to early buyers of the system, when it first came to market. After that it was a paid upgrade.

[@rendermanpro]

@@steveteare3865 To be clear for preorder they gave battery grip, and later instead of battery grip for couple months offered upgrade key for "free". So not for everyone how adopt it early.

[@KikujiroChan]

"free software update" sure. I paid 200$ for that crap.

[@HuFilms]

Crap?

[@tomd4260]

Who cares about video. Tell us something about the photo quality if it's gotten better

[@HuFilms]

how would it? it shoots RAW photos.