Panasonic announces new LUMIX firmware update and software programs

Panasonic has announced the release of a firmware update program for the LUMIX G Series mirrorless cameras, a new ‘LUMIX Tether for Streaming’ beta software program for Mac, and the development of ‘LUMIX Webcam Software’ for Windows/Mac.

The latest firmware update for LUMIX G Series cameras improves compatibility with the new Tripod Grip (DMW-SHGR1) and operational stability with the LUMIX G Vario 12-32mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S (H-FS12032) lens.

The latest release of the ‘LUMIX Tether for Streaming’ beta software program and development of ‘LUMIX Webcam Software’ increase flexibility for streaming and enhance home-working communications using LUMIX cameras

Firmware update programs for GH5, GH5S, G9, G90, G80 and GX9

Model Firmware Version	Tripod grip DMW-SHGR1 can be used.	Improved operational stability with the Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 12-32mm F3.5-5.6 (H-FS12032)
DC-GH5 Firmware Version 2.7	Yes	Yes
DC-GH5S Firmware Version 1.6	Yes	-
DC-G9 Firmware Version 2.2	Yes	Yes
DC-G90 Firmware Version 1.2	Yes	Yes
DC-G80 Firmware Version 1.5	Yes	Yes
DC-GX9 Firmware Version 1.5	-	Yes

The firmware update program will be available from the LUMIX Global Customer Support website https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/ on 21 July 2020.

LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta) for Mac

Following the release of ‘LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)’ for Windows, ‘LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac is now available. The beta program is derived from the conventional ‘LUMIX Tether’ (Ver.1.7) with an additional display option for the cases where this software is used for live streaming purposes. The new beta program includes a new display option designed for live-streaming, and makes it easy for the user to self-stream.

Originally, the ‘LUMIX Tether’ software program was designed for tethered shooting and therefore its GUIs, such as the focus area mark or control panels, are displayed with live view images on the PC monitor during USB tethering. However, in response to feedback from customers that these graphic items become a hindrance when the software is used to capture camera view for live streaming, LIVE VIEW mode has been added on ‘LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)’. This update enables the display of camera-view only, making it easy for the separate streaming software read. Users can now choose to show or hide these graphic items during USB tethering according to the usage purpose.

‘LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)’ is provided as a pre-release version that is currently still under development. Please note that this software is not eligible for operation warranty and customer support.

Compatible models: DC-S1H, DC-S1R, DC-S1, DC-GH5S, DC-GH5, DC-G9

LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta) for Mac

OS	Mac OS X 10.11, Mac macOS 10.12, macOS 10.13, macOS 10.14 *Operation with macOS 10.15 Catalina is under verification but some issues are reported. https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/info/macos_tether.html (When to officially support macOS 10.15 Catalina is yet to be fixed.)
CPU	Intel CPU of 1 GHz or higher
Display	1024 x 768 pixels or more
RAM	1GB or more (32bit),2GB or more (64bit)
HDD	Free space of 200 MB or more for installation
Interface	USB 3.0/3.1