First leaked Panasonic Lumix S9 images!

L-rumors leaked the first images of the new Panasonic Lumix S9. The camera will be announced on May 22 along the 26mm f/8.0 pancake lens and the 18-40mm compact zoom.

Recap of what we know so far about the May 22 3pm London time announcement:

1) Panasonic Lumix S9 specs:

• compact Full Frame L-mount camera
• 24.2MP sensor of the S5II
• a bit more compact than Fujifilm X100VI
• no integrated EVF
• no mechanical shutter
• no fan
• fully articulating screen
• dedicated LUT button on camera to select your style
• possibility to upload your own LUT styles
• four different body color versions (Black, Blue, Green, Red)-
• $200-$300 cheaper than S5II
• The camera is aimed at “content creators” and people who want  to have a very compact camera.

2) Pansonic Lumix 18-40mm L-mount lens:

• compact Full Frame AF lens
• aperture unclear yet

3) Panasonic 26mm f/8.0:

• manual focus
• 0,25m close focus
• Unconfirmed: Comes as FREE lens when buying the S9