(L5) Sigma will launch the new 35mm f/1.2, 45mm f/2.8 12-24mm f/2.8 and 24-70mm f/2.8 for L-mount too!

SonyAlphaRumors got solid info that Sigma will launch four new lenses in mid July. Those are designed for Sony E-mount but I have been told they will be available for L-mount too!

The lenses are:

35mm f/1.2
45mm f/2.8
12-24mm f/2.8
24-70mm f/2.8

The current Sigma L-mount you see on the image on top are DSLR lens with long tube to make it fit on L-mount. The four new lenses mentioned in this rumor are designed for Mirrorless only!

Panasonic Releases Firmware Update Programs for the LUMIX S1R, S1

Panasonic Releases Firmware Update Programs for the LUMIX S1R, S1, GH5, GH5S, G9, G90/G91/G95, G80/G81/G85 and GX9

Newark, NJ (July 1, 2019) – Panasonic has announced that the company will release the firmware update programs for the LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless cameras to enhance the functions and usability. All programs will be available at LUMIX Global Customer Support website https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/ at UTC 1:00 on July 9, 2019.

The cameras and the programs to be updated are as follows:

Full-frame Mirrorless Camera

LUMIX S1R Firmware Version 1.1

1. Improved performance of the Body Image Stabilizer

  • The correction performance of the Body Image Stabilizer has been improved from a maximum of 5.5 stops to a maximum of 6.0 stops.*1
  • The correction performance of the Dual I.S.2 has been improved from 6.0 stops to 6.5 stops.*2

*1 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=50mm, when S-X50 is used.]

*2 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=105mm, when S-R24105 is used.]

Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=200mm, when S-R70200 is used.]

2. Improved AF performance

  • [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added. [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away.
  • The tracking performance when using [Tracking] AF mode in video recording has been improved.
  • Live view display during auto focusing is now easier to see.

3. Improved operational stability

  • Operational stability when using an XQD memory card has been improved.

LUMIX S1 Firmware Version 1.1

1. Improved performance of the Body Image Stabilizer

  • The correction performance of the Body Image Stabilizer has been improved from a maximum of 5.5 stops to a maximum of 6.0 stops.*1
  • The correction performance of the Dual I.S.2 has been improved from 6.0 stops to 6.5 stops.*2

*1 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=50mm, when S-X50 is used.]

*2 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=105mm, when S-R24105 is used.]

Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=200mm, when S-R70200 is used.]

2. Improved AF performance

  • [AF-ON: Near Shift] and [AF-ON: Far Shift] functions have been added. [AF-ON: Near Shift] preferably focuses on a subject nearby while [AF-ON: Far Shift] preferably focuses on a subject far away.
  • The tracking performance when using [Tracking] AF mode in video recording has been improved.
  • Live view display during auto focusing is now easier to see.

3. Function Enhancement with Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2

An [Activate] function has been added which enables the use of extended functions using the Upgrade Software Key DMW-SFU2. The following functions will be added by activating the Upgrade Software Key.

  • The video recording modes [MOV]
4K 60p/50p* 4:2:0 8bit LongGOP 150Mbps LPCM
30p/25p* 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP 150Mbps LPCM
24p 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP 100Mbps LPCM
FHD 60p/50p* 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP 100Mbps LPCM
30p/25p* 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP 100Mbps LPCM

* PAL area only.

・HDMI 4K60p/50p* 4:2:2 10bit output

* PAL area only.

・V-Log will be added in Photo Style.

・The [V-Log View Assist] function will be added, which enables viewing the V-Log file with LUT(Look Up Table) when recording video in V-Log.

・The [Read LUT File] function will be added, which allows users to install and apply their favorite LUT.

・A WFM (Waveform Monitor) display function.

・A [Luminance Level] adjustment function that complies with 10-bit.

・An [XLR Mic Adaptor Setting] function that enables high-res sound recording using the XLR Microphone Adapter DMW-XLR1 (sold separately).*

* MOV only

4. Improved operational stability

  • Operational stability when using an XQD memory card has been improved.

Panasonic S1R Review – High Resolution Beast

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.

New Panasonic S1-S1R tests

S1R vs A7R III by Mirrorlesscomparison.
Panasonic Lumix S1 First Impressions Review (Josh Bellingham).
Plenty of L-rumors readers images on our L-mount Facebook Group.
TEST / Panasonic Lumix G90 : un excellent couteau suisse (LesNumeriques).
Schon wieder “DAS SCHÄRFSTE” Objektiv? Lumix S PRO 50mm VS Otus & Sigma 📷 Krolop&Gerst
Panasonic S Pro 50mm F1.4 sample gallery (Dpreview).

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.

 

Sigma in L-Mount Alliance with Full Frame Foveon camera in 2020, new lenses 28mm, 40mm, 56mm at F1.4

Charbax:

Sigma talks about their Full Frame Foveon mirrorless camera to be released in 2020, their L Mount Plans they plan to begin producing L mount lenses in 2019, starting with adding L mount options to the the existing Art series lenses, introducing an EF-to-L mount adapter and an SA-to-L mount adapter in 2019, also offering L mount conversion to its lens conversion service.