LUMIX Camera Buyer's Guide 2026 — Every Body, Sensor & Use Case
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LUMIX 2026 lineup spans full-frame (S-series) and Micro Four Thirds (G-series). All of them tether for free over USB with the official Panasonic LUMIX Tether v2.12 desktop app — no subscription, no per-seat license.
Full-frame S-series
S1H (6K open-gate), S5II / S5IIX (phase-detect AF + ProRes), S9 (compact creator body)
Micro Four Thirds G-series
GH7 (32-bit float internal audio), G9 II (hybrid stills/video), G100D (vlog)
Box cinema
BS1H (full-frame), BGH1 (MFT) — multicam over LAN, no rear screen
Next steps
Pick the body, then pair it with LUMIX Tether for studio work and a tested USB-C cable.