Panasonic DC-S5M2 Camera Firmware 3.0

Compatible with Frame.io Camera to Cloud

- By connecting the camera to the internet via Wi-Fi, you can upload still images and proxy videos directly to the Frame.io platform.
This does not guarantee all of the functions of "Frame.io Camera to Cloud".

[Proxy Recording] function has been added

- A proxy video with a low bit rate can also be recorded simultaneously during video recording.

[SH PRE] function has been added

- [SH PRE] function has been added, which enables recording of images for the set amount of time even between when the shutter button is pressed halfway until it is pressed fully when taking SH burst pictures.

Automatic detection function has been enhanced

- Tracking and recognition performance of human recognition have been improved.
- It is possible to set [Target Parts] and detect eyes for [ANIMAL].
- [CAR] and [MOTORCYCLE] have been added to automatic detection.

Enhancement of Image Stabilizer performance

- [HIGH] has been added to the E-Stabilization (Video) function, which electronically corrects large shakes when shooting on the move.
- A perspective distortion correction has been added to correct distortion that tends to occur during video recording when using a wide-angle lens.

Other improvement

- There were cases where coloring such as reddish-purple occurs under certain conditions when shooting in Live View Composite mode. This phenomenon has been fixed.
- Improved operational stability.

Update Procedure:

- Charge the battery fully.
- Make sure to turn off the power switch.
- Insert the fully charged battery to the body.
- Save and unzip the downloadable package.
- Transfer the content onto a formatted SD memory card and insert it into the camera body.
- Turn on the power switch.
- Press the Play button to enter the Play mode.
- After the message of "PLEASE WAIT ..." is displayed, a display will continuously be shown on the LCD.
- If newer version or same version of firmware has already been installed, the initial setup screen will not be displayed. And the lens will display that "NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY". Please turn off your camera and use the camera as is.
- Press [(Left Cursor button)] to select the [Yes]. The update process will start.
- The camera body will start the update process.
- The firmware update will take about 5 minutes.
- Please do not attempt the following operations before completion.
- The green bar increases the level by the process.
- Once the firmware update process is completed, the camera dody will turn off the power and turn on again then it will be initial mode automatically.
- Turn off the power switch.
- Remove the SD memory card.

Important Notes:

- Do not turn the power off and on
- Do not press any buttons
- Do not open the SD memory card compartment
- Do not remove the SD memory card
- Do not remove the lens. 

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.