You can already reorder the new Sirui handgrip for the Panasonic Lumix S9 on Amazon (Click here to check it out). Price is $29!

Specs:

• Designed Specifically for Panasonic Lumix S9: The SIRUI AM-S9 hand grip is tailored for the Panasonic Lumix S9 camera, providing a stronger grip and perfect compatibility, offering the same texture as the camera itself.
• Dual Fixation: This L-shaped handle grip is secured via a bottom 1/4″-20 screw and comes with an anti-twist pin customized for the Panasonic Lumix S9 camera model, achieving dual insurance.
• Ergonomic Silicone Handle: The AM-S9 features a silicone grip with textured surface, designed ergonomically to provide effective anti-slip grip while ensuring comfortable and secure handling of the camera.
• Built-in Quick Release Plate for Arca: The integrated quick release plate designed for Arca allows for swift transitions between handheld use and tripod mounting. The Handgrip is with four 1/4″-20 threaded holes on the bottom,one cold shoe mount, and wrist strap slot on the side, it opens up possibilities for further customization and expansion.
• Precise Calibration: Crafted with CNC technology, the handle not only boasts exquisite aesthetics but also ensures precise perforations. Whether it’s for mounting holes, accessing camera buttons, or accommodating the battery compartment, this L-shaped grip guarantees accurate compatibility with meticulous attention to detail.

Lumix S9 preorder links (will open on May 22):
S9 at Amazon, BHphoto.

With all the Lumix S9 camera buzz I didn’t highlight enough that the new LUT ecosystem is probably going to be the most important announcement from Panasonic! Their idea is to be able to compete and in some aspects overtrump the Fuji Film simulation system. Tomorrow (May 22) Panasonic will announce a completely newly develop LUT APP.

This app will have a ton of new LUT features.

• The APP contains a collection of LUTs you can download.
• It states whether they are developed for movies or stills and which basic setting is the basis (V-Log or Cinema standard …).
• There are LUTs specified by Panasonic and some from film makers, creators etc. The collection is already huge and you can find film simulations as well as teal/orange effects etc.
• In the app you can load the LUTs you want to use and sort them. Then you can send them to the camera, where you can call them up and scroll through them directly using the LUT button (of the Lumix S9) instead of going to the menu-
• You can then place them on photos or videos, and with the V-Log recordings you can decide whether the video is recorded directly with this LUT or whether you – as with the professionals – only use it for viewing and then place it on the video on the computer. This is already implemented in the Lumix S5II or the Leica SL3 and the Q3 (real-time LUT).
• But you can also use the new app to load your photos from the camera into the app and add any LUT you can think of from your collection and post it directly to social media.
• There is also a new film format, MP4 lite. This allows you to download 4K videos to your mobile phone in a flash and either add the LUT or – if you have already recorded it with a LUT – post it directly to social media.

What do you think about that?

LIVE BLOGGING: In a few hours on May 22 at 3pm London time you can follow the Lumix S9 announcement live here on L-rumors.com. Stay tuned!

Today Sigma Japan issued the following note:

Regarding the “SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN II | Art for Sony E-mount” scheduled to be released on May 30, 2024 (Thursday), we received orders that exceeded our expectations and production has been delayed. We are unable to keep up with demand. Therefore, some customers may take some time to receive their products.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers and related parties who are waiting for the product, but we are currently working diligently to produce it, so we ask for your patience.
We appreciate your continued patronage of our company and our products.

Preorder at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, FotoErhardt, WexUK.