Panasonic DC-S5 Camera Firmware 2.0

Improved AF performance

- Recognition performance during video recording in V-Log has been improved.
- Human/Animal recognition can be set ON or OFF when the AF mode is set to [1-Area] or [1-Area+].
- [AF+MF] can be used during video recording.

Added video functions

- The following C4K(4096x2160) video recording mode in MOV format has been supported.
C4K60p/50p, 4:2:0 8bit LongGOP, 150Mbps, LPCM
C4K30p/25p/24p, 4:2:2 10bit LongGOP, 150Mbps, LPCM
C4K30p/25p/24p, 4:2:0 8bit LongGOP, 100Mbps, LPCM
- RAW video data output over HDMI has been supported.
[5.9K] / [4K] / [Anamorphic (4:3) 3.5K] 12-bit RAW video data can be output over HDMI.
- It is possible to display the Vector Scope.
- [Master Pedestal Level] function has been added.
- [SS/Gain Operation] function has been added.

Other added functions

- [L.ClassicNeo] and [L.Monochrome S] have been added in [Photo Style].
- [Horizontal Image Flip(Monitor)] / [Vertical Image Flip(Monitor)] enables to reverse or not to reverse the monitor image when the free-angle monitor is rotated.

Improved operational stability

- There were cases low contrast images were not properly saved. This bug has been fixed.
- There were cases the light trails were interrupted in Live View Composite shooting. This bug has been fixed.
- There were cases linelike noise arose at the bottom of the image when it was shot at high shutter speed. This bus has been fixed.

Firmware Update Procedures:

STEP 1. Check the current version of firmware used by your camera.
STEP 2. Download an updated version of the firmware and double click the downloaded file to decompress it.
STEP 3. Copy the firmware file onto an SD Memory Card.
STEP 4. Install the firmware update.

Caution:

- Please do not turn off your camera, or do not remove the SD Memory Card while updating your camera's firmware.
- Doing so can cause serious damage to your camera.
- If the camera malfunctions after the firmware updating, please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or the Global Service Center Network. 

About Digital Camera Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device's overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera's firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device's performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera's firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn't intended to be destructive, but still, it's best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don't use the camera's buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device's update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product's installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don't miss the update that will boost your camera's performance.