Georges CamerasTV writes:

Sigma have made an update to their super popular Sigma 35mm 1.4 Art with the Sigma 35mm 1.2 Art lens. Packed full of elements, coatings and a whole new construction, is this Sigmas best 35mm lens yet?

Imaging Resource posted their Panasonic S1R Field Test:

What I liked:

• Very good build quality
• Excellent electronic viewfinder
• Impressive image quality
• Reliable autofocus in most situations
• Good overall performance

What I didn’t like:

• Camera will be too large and heavy for some
• Struggles a bit with some action photography situations
• Quite expensive

The Panasonic S1R is a really good full-frame mirrorless camera. The image stabilization and reliable autofocus help make capturing high-quality images with the S1R very easy. The electronic viewfinder is excellent as well, helping to make shooting with the S1R an enjoyable experience. Further, image quality is impressive across the board. It’s not the best choice for every photographer, but for those who emphasize a well-built, rugged camera body and high-end image quality, the S1R should absolutely be considered.

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Links:
Panasonic S1R at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic S1 at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic 50mm f/1.4 S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic 24-105mm f/4.0 S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic 70-200mm f/4.0 S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.

Preorders:
Sigma 35mm f/1.2 FE at Adorama, BHphoto.
Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 FE at Adorama, BHphoto.
Sigma 45mm f/2.8 FE at Adorama, BHphoto.

Here are the first unboxing videos of the two new Sigma L-mount lenses:

Matt Granger:

Outstanding ergonomics and the most complete ‘first attempt’ full frame mirrorless from any manufacturer – but it still has some flaws.

EISA writes:

The Panasonic LUMIX DC-S1R is an extremely well built professional camera with significant protection against the elements. It combines speedy performance with very high 47.3-megapixel resolution, providing exceptional image quality that stands out from even the best of its competitors. In addition, the High Resolution multi-shot feature provides huge 187-megapixel images with incredible levels of detail. Furthermore, the camera’s ergonomics are first-rate, with a large electronic viewfinder that sets new standards for detail and a three-way tilting touchscreen. Add in comprehensive video features, and you have a complete camera for professionals.

Dpreview writes:

The Sony is, overall, the best all-rounder: it does well at just about everything. Sony has been making full-frame mirrorless cameras longer than anyone, which gives it an advantage both in terms of technological development (especially autofocus) and lens selection. However, its focus on developing new and exciting features has left its user interface looking awkward and clunky by comparison. The Panasonic is a more feature-laden camera and yet is arguably easier to use and configure.

The Nikon Z6 runs the Sony very close, especially with its improved focus operation with firmware v2.0. In many respects we prefer the Nikon’s handling and UI over the Sony’s.

The choice you make is likely to engender a degree of commitment to a new lens system and, having looked at each camera in detail, we’d say thinking long-term about lenses is more important than focusing on the relatively minor differences between these three cameras.