A Real-World Review of the Lumix S1RII
The Lumix S1RII is packed with insane specs—8K filming, 4K 100fps, log profiles, next-level stabilization, and rock solid stabilisation—but how does it actually perform in the real world?
I took it to the beach, flew FPV drones, filmed surfers with a 100-300mm lens, and really tried to push a few of the shooting modes More importantly, I tested how well it grades in post, handles in the edit, and whether Lumix’s compression actually holds up.
Spoiler: It’s now my perfect camera.
📸 What’s in this review?
✅ 8K performance – Do you need it? (And how smooth is editing it?)
✅ 4K 100fps slow-mo – Is it actually usable?
✅ Stabilization & rolling shutter – Does it fall apart? (Hint: No.)
✅ Log & color grading – How well does it hold up?
✅ Post-production workflow – Edited on an M3 MacBook Pro (48GB RAM)—any struggles?
⚡ Chapters
00:00 – Intro
00:50 – What are we covering
01:50 – 8K Filming Test
02:30– Digital Zoom
03:58 – Editing, how does it run in post?
04:54 – 4K 100 frames slow mo
06:06 – Comparing slow mo to S5M2X
06:49 – V Log
07:36 - Peter Mckinnon NDs are annoying
09:04 - 5 axis duel Stabilisation
09:47 - Rolling Shutter Debarcle
11:30 - Final Thoughts
📷 Gear Used:
🎥 Camera: Lumix S1RII
📦 Lens: 100-300mm f/5.6
🚀 Drone: FPV setup for aerials
💻 Edited on: M3 MacBook Pro (48GB RAM)
🔥 My Verdict? It’s staying in my bag.
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Gear I use: 🎒
🔧 Camera Accessories:
Rig Articulating Arm: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/QyoaM9
Small Rig Camera Hand Strap: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/rQ5013
GoPro Neck Mount: AliExpress: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/nLmAvA
DSLR Phone Holder Mount: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/Y9ZjmO
Filter Hinge: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/q4P0BL
💡 Lighting Equipment:
Ulanzi Video Light: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/OrgNRr
Ulanzi Stick Light: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/1r4KGg
🧽 Maintenance and Cleaning:
DSLR Cleaning Kit: https://aliexpress.sjv.io/banqdg
🔗 Peak Design Accessories:
Camera Anchor Links: https://peak-design.pxf.io/OrPz6A
Capture Clip: https://peak-design.pxf.io/KjQgoa
Travel Tripod: https://peak-design.pxf.io/an01Yb
Everyday Backpack 30L: https://peak-design.pxf.io/g1jm2X