Panasonic Lumix S1H II – mock-up of a possible FX3 / C50 killer

A Reddit user created those renderings of a possible Lumix S1HII FX3/C50 competitor. Here are the specs the camera should have:

  • 24MP Full-Frame Stacked CMOS — ultra-fast, video-optimized, virtually zero rolling shutter
  • 15+ Stops of Cinematic Dynamic Range — next-gen V-Log3, HDR/HLG for true Varicam color science
  • Internal RAW Power — ProRes RAW / CinemaDNG up to 5.8K/60p, no recorder needed
  • Extreme Frame Rates — 5.8K/120p full-frame, 4K/240p, FHD/480p slow motion
  • Professional Codecs — 10-bit 4:2:2 All-I, internal ProRes 422 HQ/LT, external BRAW/RAW
  • Unlimited Recording — advanced active cooling, built for all-day productions
  • Next-Gen IBIS — 8 stops of 5-axis stabilization + “Active I.S.” for handheld cinema shots
  • Pro Media Flexibility — Dual CFexpress Type B + SSD recording, redundant or extended workflows
  • Hybrid AF Evolution — lightning-fast PDAF with rock-solid subject tracking in any condition
  • Cinematic Audio — 32-bit float recording, optional XLR adapter, dual professional-grade preamps
  • On-Set Monitoring Tools — real-time LUTs, waveform, vectorscope, anamorphic desqueeze
  • Cine-First Body Design — fully articulating LCD, no EVF, weather-sealed compact form

Would that work for you?

 

Surprise Reveal: Panasonic Teases New Product Launch for October 17!

Panasonic has officially begun teasing a new product announcement for October 17. Usually teasers like this are for a camera and not so much for lens announcements. Only two possible cameras come to mind for this announcement:

If you know what this could be Share rumors here:  this contact box, Signal, Telegram, or contact me via lrumorscameras@gmail.com. Thanks!

UPDATE: Panasonic made the video private. Here is the screenshot:

Fantasy Panasonic S1HII specs :)

Somebody shared this on Weibo and I guess it’s a joke! Anyway, here are the so called “rumored” Panasonic S1HII specs:

  • Full-frame CMOS sensor with global shutter (approx. 16MP).
  • 16+ stops of dynamic range.
  • V-Log2 gamma with 16+ stops dynamic range.
  • Built-in ARRI color science technology.
  • Real-time LUT support; 39 LUTs selectable via LUT button.
  • 4K/240p internal recording (no crop mentioned).
  • 5.1K/120p full-frame recording.
  • Internal ProRes RAW modes: ProRes 4444 XQ, ProRes 4444, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 LT.
  • 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording.
  • Phase-detect hybrid autofocus system.
  • 32-bit float audio recording.
  • 8.5-stop in-body stabilization upgrade.
  • 5-axis IBIS with Active I.S. stabilization.
  • 1.84-million-dot free-angle LCD monitor.
  • New-generation EVF with 120 Hz refresh rate and near zero blackout.
  • Dual CFexpress Type B card slots.
  • External SSD recording supported.
  • Reworked thermal design for extended recording sessions.
  • Professional, weather-resistant body design (implied).

Even if tis is probably a pure speculation…would you like to get such features?

New Sigma lenses are coming soon at 9am London time!

Stay tuned on September 9 at 9am London time (10am Berlin, 4am New York, 1am Los Angeles) to follow the Sigma live announcement!

Sigma 135mm f/1.4 preorder links (open on Sept 9): BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, Fotokoch, WexUK.

  • Full-frame autofocus lens
  • 105mm filter thread
  • Weight: ~1320g
  • Classic black finish
  • Removable tripod collar
  • no focus breathing (great for video)
  • Available for Sony E and Leica L-mount
  • Announcement: September 9

Sigma 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 preorder links (open on Sept 9): BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton.

  • Full-frame autofocus lens
  • 72mm filter thread
  • weight under 600g
  • Size similar to this Canon lens
  • Available for Sony E and Leica L-mount
  • Announcement: September 9

Sigma 35mm f/1.2 II preorder links (open on Sept 9): BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton.

  • Full-frame autofocus lens
  • About 25% shorter and lighter than it’s predecessor.
  • Available for Sony E and Leica L-mount
  • Announcement: September 9

 

A New Mirrorless Beast? DJI’s L-Mount Teaser Emerges

For the longest time, I thought the rumors about a DJI full-frame mirrorless camera were pure fiction. Just another internet myth. But now? Two new pieces of evidence have surfaced — and they’re making me rethink everything.

1. The Mysterious Teaser

A popular DJI influencer briefly posted a teaser video for a planned event on September 15. It was quickly taken down, but not before one of my readers grabbed a rough screenshot.

You don’t see much — just abstract visuals — but the overall aesthetic screams interchangeable lenses. Even more interesting? There’s a clear silhouette that looks a lot like a box-style cine camera à la Sony FX3.

2. A Blurred Camera, but a Revealing Adapter

Over on YouTube, a German creator is testing a new cine camera. He explicitly says it’s not Canon, and the camera body is fully blurred out throughout the video.

But here’s the kicker — he’s using a very visible Viltrox PL-to-L mount adapter. That one small detail suggests this is a compact, L-mount cine camera we haven’t seen before. Could it be a Panasonic prototype? Sure. But what if it’s DJI?

I’m still not fully convinced — but I’m definitely taking this more seriously now. And honestly, I’d welcome it. A serious mirrorless entry from DJI could bring the shake-up this industry needs. It would challenge the usual players — and force companies like Sony, Canon, and Panasonic to innovate harder and faster.

Here are the rumored DJI mirrorless camera specs:

  • Full Frame L-mount cine camera
  • Cine focused
  • Integrated viewfinder just like this Sony model (but less pronounced)
  • Hasselblad X2DII Color science and ICON menu
  • Announcement on September 15, 8am EST time

Source: DJI-rumors.com and DJI Facebook