Panasonic LX100 Mark III and Panasonic S1H Mark II camera are coming, as well as a telephoto lens is also coming, so let’s explore the type of information we have related to all these, starting from the key points of this article.
Key points of this article
- Panasonic Confirms Development of a Fixed-Lens Compact Camera
- Panasonic is Developing New Telephoto Lenses
- Successor of the Panasonic S1H Camera in Development
The Lumix LX100 series was started by Panasonic in 2014, and it has been one of the most favorite cameras among professional photographers. It offers a 24-75mm equivalent Leica high-quality lens. The LX100 Mark II camera was released in 2018 with a 17-megapixel Micro Four Thirds format sensor.
As per reports, the LX100 II series line was discontinued by Panasonic Japan back in 2022 [source]. The reports at that time suggested that Panasonic was shifting its entire focus toward the development and announcement of mirrorless cameras.
Panasonic LX100 III Confirmation
The interviews, conducted with Panasonic managers , By a Chinese photography site, siad they are working on fixed lens compact camera, highlight the company’s response to a recovering fixed-lens camera market.
Now, as of March 4, 2025, based on recent interviews with Panasonic representatives, without specifically taking the name of the LX100 Mark II camera successor, they have confirmed in the interview that they are working on a fixed-lens compact camera, and it is under development.
Panasonic S1H Mark II
An interview video with Panasonic’s Matt Frazer has been released on the CineD YouTube channel. The interview itself confirms the development of the Panasonic S1 H II camera
(What about the Lumix S1HII?)
The successor to the S1H will come out eventually, but there is a development order to it, and it made sense to start with the successor to the S1R, since the sensor was already ready.
(Will there be more LUMIX products this year?)
Of course, we are working on future camera developments, and new products will be released in the future. I can’t really comment on the specific timeline, but I believe that many people will be satisfied with the new products that Panasonic will release. source CINED
Panasonic Confirms High-End L-Mount Telephoto Lenses
Upcoming L-mount lenses will have a focal length exceeding 300mm. That’s a clear indication that more and more high-end L-mount lenses are coming alongside the announcement of the S1H Mark II camera, which is focused on speed over resolution.
Rumors of a Panasonic Camera Inspired by Leica Q3
Prior to CP+ 2025, there were some rumors that Panasonic may announce a camera that is very similar to Leica Q3, possibly inspired by its design while having almost the same core specifications. However, at the same time, we cannot deny the possibility of a full-frame compact camera from Panasonic.
Upcoming Cameras and Lenses Confirmed by Panasonic
To organize the findings, here’s a table summarizing key points:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixed-Lens Cameras | Confirmed in development, possibly an LX100 successor, with no specific release date. |
| Telephoto Lenses | Need to be acknowledged, R&D increased, focus on full-frame >300mm, L-mount alliance collaboration. |
| S1H Successor | In development, targeting professional video, potential 8K features, no launch date. |
| Market Insight | Fixed-lens market recovering, young interest in retro CCD style noted. |
Conclusion: Panasonic’s Future Developments
So, the conclusion is that, based on the CP+ 2025 interviews, Panasonic is very actively working on the research and development of a fixed-lens compact camera as well as the Panasonic S1H Mark II camera. They are also focusing on high-quality L-mount telephoto lenses with enhanced video capabilities. We will update you as soon as we get any new information related to these developments.
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