The Panasonic Lumix S1 II does not store shutter count in RW2 RAW files. Drop an RW2 file to read available metadata, or follow the camera menu method below to get the exact actuation count.
Check Shutter Count →The Panasonic Lumix S1 II is a 2025 full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera that succeeds the original S1, bringing phase-detection autofocus (a major improvement over the S1's contrast-only DFD AF), an updated processor, and improved video capabilities. It shares the L-Mount Alliance ecosystem with Sigma and Leica. Like all Panasonic Lumix cameras, the S1 II does not store the shutter count in RW2 files.
| Model | Release | Sensor | Est. Shutter Life | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Lumix S1 II | 2025 | 24 MP full-frame | ~200,000–300,000 (est.) | RW2 |
| Panasonic Lumix S1 (predecessor) | 2019 | 24 MP full-frame | 400,000 | RW2 |
| Panasonic Lumix S5 II (sibling) | 2023 | 24 MP full-frame | 200,000 | RW2 |
| Panasonic Lumix S1R (high-res sibling) | 2019 | 47.3 MP full-frame | 400,000 | RW2 |
| Actuation Count | % of Est. Life | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 20,000 | 0 – 10 % | Very low use — near new |
| 20,000 – 60,000 | 10 – 30 % | Low use |
| 60,000 – 120,000 | 30 – 60 % | Moderate use |
| 120,000 – 180,000 | 60 – 90 % | High use — negotiate price |
| 180,000 + | 90 %+ | Near or past est. life — budget for shutter replacement |
Panasonic has never embedded shutter count in RW2 files — this is a consistent design choice across all Lumix cameras. The count lives in the camera body's internal memory and is accessed via the menu. This applies equally to the S1 II, S5 II, GH7, G9 II, and all other current Lumix models.
Yes, primarily due to autofocus. The original S1 uses DFD (Depth from Defocus) contrast AF which is slower for subject tracking. The S1 II adds phase-detection AF, bringing it in line with Sony and Canon AF performance. Both have similar RW2 shutter count behaviour and comparable build quality.
Yes. The S1 II includes an electronic shutter mode (up to 1/8,000 s) that adds zero mechanical wear. The mechanical shutter count only increments for mechanical or EFCS (Electronic First Curtain Shutter) exposures.