Panasonic LUMIX S1R II
Panasonic

LUMIX S1R II

$3,299~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: March 27, 2025
Full-Frame
Sensor
44.3MP
Resolution
8.1K
Max Video
IBIS
40fps
Burst
779
AF Points

Who the Panasonic LUMIX S1R II is for

The Panasonic LUMIX S1R II is a 44.3MP full-frame mirrorless camera, geared toward fast action and wildlife.

  • A 44MP full-frame L-mount camera balancing high resolution with speed and video.
  • Phase-detection AF, up to 40 fps shooting and a high-res multi-shot mode with IBIS.
  • 8K and open-gate recording for hybrid shooters who need both detail and motion.

Best for

  • Action, sports and wildlife — 40fps burst with subject-detection AF.
  • Video and filmmaking — 8K capture, 10-bit internal and Log.
  • Landscapes, studio and big prints — 44.3MP of detail with room to crop.
  • Vlogging and handheld video — flip-out screen and a mic input.

Keep in mind

  • Single card slot — no in-camera backup, which matters for critical paid jobs.

How the Panasonic LUMIX S1R II compares to other L-Mount Full-Frame cameras

Every figure below is measured against the 8 L-Mount Full-Frame cameras in the catalogue, so you can see where this camera actually sits rather than reading its spec sheet in isolation.

SpecThis cameraWhere it lands
Weight795g (1.75 lb)3rd heaviest of 8
Price (MSRP)$3,2992nd most expensive of 8
Resolution44.3MP2nd highest of 8
4K frame rate60pjoint 2nd fastest of 8

What Full-Frame means in practice

A full-frame sensor at 44.3MP gives the shallowest depth of field of the three formats at any given framing and aperture, and the most sensor area to gather light with. That is the physical reason full-frame bodies tend to be the larger and heavier option: the lenses that cover the format have to be bigger too.

Video, stabilisation and weather sealing

4K runs to 60p, giving headroom for smooth motion or a modest slow-motion cut. 10-bit recording internally means colour survives grading rather than banding when pushed. A log profile is available, which trades a flat-looking file for latitude in post.

In-body stabilisation steadies any lens mounted on it, including primes with no stabilisation of their own. The body is weather-sealed.

Full Specifications

Imaging

Sensor TypePartially-Stacked CMOS
Sensor SizeFull-Frame
Image ProcessorVenus Engine
Effective Resolution44.3 MP
Lens MountL-Mount

Exposure Control

ISO Range (Native)80 – 51200
ISO Range (Extended)40 – 204800
Mechanical Shutter1/8000
Electronic Shutter1/16000
Flash Sync Speed1/250
Built-in FlashNo

Still Image Capture

Continuous Shooting40 fps

Video Capture

Max Resolution8.1K
8K RecordingUp to 30p
4K RecordingUp to 60p
1080p RecordingUp to 120p
10-bit InternalYes
Recording LimitNo limit
Log ProfilesV-Log / HLG
Built-in MicStereo
Headphone JackYes
Mic InputYes
HDMI OutputFull-size (Type A)

Focus

Phase Detect Points779
Contrast Detect Points
Low Light AF-6 EV
Eye AFYes
Animal AFYes
Vehicle AFYes

Viewfinder

EVF TypeOLED
EVF Resolution5.76M dots
EVF Magnification0.78x

Monitor

LCD Size3.2"
LCD Resolution1.84M dots
LCD TypeVari-Angle
Touch ScreenYes

Interface

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6
Bluetoothv5.2
USBUSB-C 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Slots1x CFexpress Type B + 1x SD UHS-II
GPSNo

General

Price (MSRP)$3,299
Body MaterialMagnesium Alloy
Dimensions134.3×102.3×91.8 mm
Weight795g (1.75 lb)
Weather SealedYes
In-Body StabilizationYes
Battery Life (EVF)340 shots
Battery Life (LCD)380 shots
Battery TypeDMW-BLK22

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