“LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac
and the Development of “LUMIX Webcam Software” for Windows/Mac
Panasonic has announced the release of firmware
update programs for the LUMIX G Series of Digital Single Lens Mirrorless
Cameras and software programs “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac and
the development of “LUMIX Webcam Software” for Win/Mac.
Firmware update programs are for DC-GH5, GH5S, G9, G90/G91/G95,
G80/G81/G85 and GX9 to improve compatibility with the new Tripod Grip
DMW-SHGR1 and operational stability with LUMIX G VARIO 12-32mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH.
/MEGA O.I.S.(H-FS12032) lens. Meanwhile, “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)”
and “LUMIX Webcam Software” enhance work-at-home activities using LUMIX
cameras.
1. Firmware update programs for DC-GH5, GH5S, G9,
G90/G91/G95, G80/G81/G85 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 ASPH. /MEGA
O.I.S.(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/G91/G95
Firmware
Version 1.2
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
DC-G80/G81/G85
Firmware
Version 1.5
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
DC-GX9
Firmware
Version 1.5
|
-
|
Yes
|
The firmware program will be available at LUMIX
Global Customer Support website https://av.jpn.support. panasonic.com/support/global/ cs/dsc/ on 21 July, 2020.
2. LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta) for Mac
Followed
by the release of “LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Windows, the “LUMIX
Tether for Streaming (Beta)” for Mac has also been released. It is derived from
conventional “LUMIX Tether (Ver.1.7)” with an additional display option for the
cases where this software is used for live streaming purposes. It may help user
convenience in the growing self-streaming opportunities.
As “LUMIX Tether” is a software program originally
designed for tethered shooting, GUIs such as a focus area mark as well as
control panels are displayed with live view images on the PC monitor during USB
tethering. However, these graphic items become a hindrance when the software is
used to capture camera view for live streaming. In response to the demands of
customers to resolve this issue, LIVE VIEW mode has been added on “LUMIX Tether
for Streaming (Beta)”. It enables displaying camera view only, making it easy
for the separate streaming software to read it. Users can 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.
LUMIX Tether for Streaming (Beta) for Mac Operating Environment
OS
|
Mac OS X 10.11, 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.
(When
to officially support macOS 10.15 Catalina is yet to be fixed.)
|
CPU
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Intel CPU of 1 GHz or higher
|
Display
|
1024 x 768 pixels or more
|
RAM
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1GB or more (32bit),2GB or more (64bit)
|
HDD
|
Free space of 200 MB or more for installation
|
Interface
|
USB 3.0/3.1
|
LUMIX Tether for
Streaming (Beta) web page with download link
https://www.panasonic.com/ global/consumer/lumix/ lumixtether.html
3. LUMIX Webcam Software
While the “LUMIX Tether for Streaming
(Beta)” is basically a software for tethered shooting that can also be used to
capture camera views for live streaming, the upcoming “LUMIX Webcam Software”
makes it possible to use an applicable LUMIX camera as a webcam over a USB
connection not only for live streaming, but also for video conferencing, etc.
Compatible models: DC-S1H, DC-S1R, DC-S1, DC-GH5S,
DC-GH5, DC-G9, DC-G100/G110*
Release Date*: End of September
(for Windows) / End of October (for Mac), 2020
*The release date of LUMIX Webcam
Software for DC-G100/G110 is yet to be decided.
Panasonic is committed to continuous improvement
with its LUMIX product line, including the Full-Frame S Series and the Micro
Four Thirds G Series, by providing customers with valuable products and
services, a part of which are these firmware and software update program.
・Specifications are subject to change without notice.