SUMMARY
Panasonic has issued a free firmware update, Ver. 2.0, for four of its L-mount S-series lenses. The update introduces new focus ring control options, allowing users to assign preferred functions and select the rotation direction. This update applies to the S 14-28mm f/4-5.6 Macro, S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3, S 28-200mm f/4-7.1 Macro O.I.S., and S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. The S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 was noted as the world's smallest and lightest full-frame compatible zoom lens.
TAKEAWAYS
Four Panasonic Lumix L-mount S-series lenses received firmware update Ver. 2.0.
Updates include new focus ring control options for assigned functions and rotation direction.
Affected lenses cover a range from ultra-wide to telephoto, including macro capabilities.
The S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 is highlighted as the smallest and lightest full-frame compatible zoom.