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Panasonic has introduced two new lenses for its LUMIX G (MFT) and LUMIX S (L-Mount) series mirrorless cameras, respectively. The first family will be expanded at the end of February with the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35 mm f/2.8 Asph. Power O.I.S. (H-ES12035) which follows one of the most popular LUMIX G lenses, the LUMIX G X Vario 12-35 mm f/2.8 II Asph. The updated version will offer a new UHR lens glass composition for more natural colour rendition, a shorter minimum focusing distance of 15 cm (in wide-angle zoom setting) and a magnification of 0.21x (at 17 mm). The LUMIX S L-Mount lineup will be joined in late March by the Panasonic LUMIX S 14-28mm f/4-5.6 Macro (S-R1428), which is the next affordable LUMIX S lens after the very popular 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 (S-R2060) and 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. (S-R70300) models. The lens offers the same length and control placement (at a similar weight) as the LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 for easy interchangeability within camera rigs.

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Panasonic just announced two ground-breaking additions to its LUMIX S Series mirrorless camera range -- the sleek matte black LUMIX S5IIX and the classically styled LUMIX S5II -- with Hybrid Phase Detection AF system, enhanced Active I.S. and newly developed 24-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor. The sensor supports Hybrid Phase Detection Auto-Focus, a first for LUMIX cameras, while the new engine provides superb image quality and high bit-rate video performance on a par with the LUMIX S1H. 

The new engine gives the LUMIX S5IIX and S5II video recording capabilities including internal 4:2:0 10-bit 6K (3:2) and 5.9K (16:9) at 30 fps and 4:2:2 C4K and 4K at up to 60fps, while a new low-profile heat management system allows for unlimited recording times without increasing the size of the camera body. The cameras also support HFR (High Frame Rate) recording at up to 120 fps and Slow & Quick capture at up to 180 fps.

The LUMIX S5IIX model is capable of 5.8K Apple ProRes recording to SSD via HDMI or USB, and ALL-Intra Recording. Additionally, the S5IIX can support Apple Pro Res RAW video output to Atomos. It also supports wired and wireless IP streaming and USB tethering. A range of picture profiles including 14+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut are available on both models, as well as a new Real-Time LUT function enabling colour grading LUTs to be uploaded to an SD card and directly applied in-camera rather than in post-production.

Thanks to host of new and improved features, the LUMIX S5IIX and S5II are able to deliver truly astounding photo and video performance, including high-speed burst shooting at up to 9 fps with mechanical shutter and 30 fps with electronic shutter (capable of capturing up to 300 images), a 96-megapixel High Resolution Mode (JPEG/RAW) and Dual Native ISO sensitivity, which minimises noise and allows a maximum ISO of 51200 (204800 when Extended).

The LUMIX S5IIX and S5II are also able to deliver truly astounding photo and video performance, including high-speed burst shooting at up to 9 fps with mechanical shutter and 30 fps with electronic shutter (capable of capturing up to 300 images), a 96-megapixel High Resolution Mode (JPEG/RAW) and Dual Native ISO sensitivity, which minimises noise and allows a maximum ISO of 51200 (204800 when Extended).

The LUMIX S5IIX and S5II also boast an upgraded image stabilisation system to greatly enhance handheld shooting in a wide range of conditions and situations. The new Active I.S. provides highly stable video recording by optimising horizontal, vertical and rotational correction. Compensating as much as 200% compared to conventional stabilisation, Active I.S. is especially effective in traditionally challenging conditions for handheld shooting, such as using telephoto lenses or filming while walking.

Connectivity has been improved over the LUMIX S5, with the LUMIX S5IIX and S5II each featuring a full-size HDMI Type A terminal and high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2, plus a cable lock holder to prevent unwanted unplugging. Wireless connectivity has been improved too, with Wi-Fi 5GHz joining 2.4 GHz to provide fast, stable communication with smartphones and tablets.
Dual card slots (both UHS-II) support Relay Recording, Backup Recording and Allocation Recording and the 2200mAh high-capacity battery can be recharged via AC or USB.

Users will be able to further enhance LUMIX S5IIX and S5II performance through a future firmware update, which will add a host of functions including RAW data output and Live View Composite.

The LUMIX S5IIX will be available from Spring 2023 priced at 2,499 EUR RRP, while the LUMIX S5II will be available from Winter 2023 priced at 2,199 EUR RRP. Both cameras are compatible with the entire existing range of 14 LUMIX S lenses, plus further full-frame L-Mount system lenses produced by Panasonic’s L-Mount partners.

We have expanded our range of microphones from the legendary german brand Neumann: we now offer the TLM 107 studio microphone (in both types of finish), the EA 4 suspension mount (for TLM 102/103/107/193, Sennheiser MK 4 etc.) or the specialised dynamic model BCM 705 for radio studios and podcasting. We have most of them in stock!

Wide-angle zoom lens Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM (SEL1224GM) for full-frame cameras, suitable for shooting landscapes, architecture, sports matches, etc., now on stock! Being part of Sony's professional G Master lens range it offers precision performance and excellent image quality even at 12mm focal length and at a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range! We now also stock the a new Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II (SEL2470GM2) model, the long-awaited successor to the popular 24-70mm f/2.8 GM zoom, with upgraded optics and electronics. Both lense now in stock!