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| With firmware v2.2, the GH6 will be able to output up to 60p video, including in ProRes formats, over its 10Gbps USB-C socket. |
Panasonic has announced firmware v2.2 for the Lumix DC-GH6. Available from September 27th, the firmware adds direct SSD recording.
This feature was promised at the camera’s launch, but wasn’t included in the firmware v2.0 update. The latest release allows direct recording to USB-C drives with capacities of up to 2 TB, with the company publishing a list of recommended drives that will work reliably with the camera.
The camera can output video at up to 60p framerates and ProRes 422 HQ but cannot record internally while recording to an external drive.
Panasonic Releases Firmware Version 2.2 for GH6 To Support Direct SSD Recording over USB
September 20, 2022
Newark, NJ – Panasonic today announced the LUMIX GH6 firmware update program Ver.2.2 to enhance performance and usability. The firmware program will be available on the LUMIX Global Customer Support website at 9 p.m. EDT on September 27, 2022.
Support for direct recording to SSD over USB
Firmware update program Ver.2.2 supports direct recording and playback of video/photo using an external SSD connected via USB. The update enables recording directly on a 2TB capacity USB drive (SSD) high-quality, low-compression Apple ProRes 422 HQ (Maximum 1.9Gbps) or high-bitrate, large-volume 4:2:2 10-bit All-Intra. Data files recorded on the SSD can be easily transferred to PC via USB, which makes the post-production process more efficient by minimizing backup work.
* High frame rate video exceeding 60.00p cannot be recorded to an external SSD.
* It is not possible to record video and photo on the SD card or CFexpress card simultaneously while recording it on the external SSD.
* Use an external SSD no more than 2 TB in size that is compatible with USB Type-C. We recommend using an external SSD whose operation has been confirmed by Panasonic. Note beforehand that this is not a guarantee of operation on all devices.
* Latest information on the external SSDs will be available at the following support site at the same time as firmware release: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html
First introduced in February 2022, the highly-regarded LUMIX GH6 has been recognized for its exceptional video performance and handling among existing and new GH users worldwide. It will continue to evolve with firmware updates to further enhance its performance and usability to meet the changing needs of creators. Firmware updates are a key value-added service to provide future-ready solutions for more flexible filmmaking workflow using mirrorless cameras.
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