Hoping that Fujifilm reads this comment section. Please please update the camera remote app. It just doesn't work 95% of the time. It's so frustrating. Love my X-E3 and want to use the app but it makes me want to throw the camera away
It's honestly a big reason I'm lukewarm about my XS10. My Sony a5000 had a great mobile app, and it was several years older. But the Fuji app is an inconsistent mess. It's a crapshoot to see if my camera even connects.
@@ManpreetSingh-cs5kp I have actually resorted to getting a stupid adapter so I can plug de USB cable in my phone and transfer it that way. I use my camera mostly with friends and it would be nice to be able to quickly share the pictures with them instead of waiting untill I'm home to get my laptop. In a perfect world the camera stays connected to the app and will autotransfer whilst shooting so I can see them in Google Photo's right away.
Chris and Jordan always manage to make a whole, fun TV episode out of product reviews! Thank you for having such a good time and sharing that with the world. :)
I'm guessing in terms of image quality for still photos, there may not be a dramatic difference. All the powerful specs mainly focus on video and I think Fujifilm has made it right this time.
Good job fuji.. the APSC king. No doubt. The new zoom is really good addition to the lens lineup too.. and it being Internal Focus make it even better. Good job.
Since the X-H and X-S both have the flip out screen, I hope a future X-T5 goes back to the X-T3 style screen. That side tilt is great for portrait, which video people might not care about, but fits in better with the dial centric, X-T sort of setup.
Indeed. Full flip is only necessary for pointing the display forwards. Otherwise tilt is much better since it always stay centered, and it can be pushed back to the camera much quicker, while a flip display must be rotated 180° every time.
Me too, I was really hoping (with very very little faith admittedly) that the X-H2 would be a normal Fujifilm tri-axial screen. I just don't get along terribly well with a full flippy screen as it does nothing but slow me down since I literally(!) never shoot any video. I might give this a rental, but I don't know that I'll buy it. I bought the X-T4 twice and sold it both times. Great camera, but I liked using my X-T3 and X-T1 more.
@@Kamukix I still have my xt3, was unconvinced the 4 would be much of an upgrade. I also hung on to my xe1, that first gen x trans sensor just gives a nice skintone to people.
Wow the video of this entire review is so incredibly sharp. I’m watching in 4k on a high end Samsung TV and it looks sharper than 4k from streaming services like Netflix. Go Fuji!
Thorough and entertaining as always. Very much looking forward to the video shootout with the GH6 - hope you can really put them both through their paces in varied conditions
I think autofocus will be key for this camera. At this price point, it will have to justify $1000 more than the R7, roughly the same as the A7IV, and slightly more than the GH6. Hopefully, your full review is going to be comparing all these for value.
The X-H2 is a far more video-centric camera though. Minimal rolling shutter, 6k video, raw video, etc. Nevertheless this is also a sport- and wildlife-centric camera, and for that, the autofocus isn't enough. So far. Let's see what's the AF will be at the time of the release and how much firmware updates from there will help. Anyway, I suppose the target audience of the X-H2s isn't the same the target audience of the EOS R7. The X-T5 will be.
the full HDMI port, the improved writing speed and the planes, trains, automobiles makes an excellent case for upgrading - I'll just have to wait for the next Fujifilm sale days ;)
I know Fuji will improve the autofocus over time, as my Fuji X-T30 has had multiple updates, all improving autofocus. I just hope it comes sooner rather than later...
Hmmm… the most important part for me is the autofocus and I think that the jury is still out on that. I noticed in many of the reviews I’ve watched, people keep remind us that they are “pre-production” models, but shouldn’t the bodies they give to reviewers basically be sorted out since they are gonna critique them? Great review as always guys.
Fuji always goes all out. I'm kinda jealous. The X-T4 looked interesting but wasn't enough over the GH5 for me to justify switching. But the X-H2S looks like a real GH6 competitor (maybe even OM-1 competitor, all in one) and it really makes me consider going to Fuji.
Believe me, I've been using monsters like the Canon 5D4 or the 1DX3. I still have my Canon 1DX3. But don't underestimate the XT-4. It's a monster too, despite the small size. You rarely miss your shots with this camera. Paired with the 50-140mm, it's the perfect equipment. I will definitely stick to it.
@@guillandanthony711 I don't underestimate the XT-4. I'm sure it's a great camera. Just that a lot of the features most people seemed excited for already exist in my GH5 and the slightly higher resolution and better AF wasn't really worth switching the whole system for. But with ProRes, a great EVF, minimal rolling shutter, it sounds like a nice upgrade. All that smaller and lighter than the GH6 with better battery life. I really need to get my hands on it but it sounds ideal as a hybrid cam.
This looks like a pinnacle APS-C camera. Fujifilm is showing us what they will be perfecting this decade: Stacked sensors. Electronic shutter. Have to refine that AF. And fantastic video recording!
I find it surprising that there is no mention of the new IBIS system at all. Fujifilm is claiming gimbal-less style performance for video and 7 stops for stills. I’m assuming it was not ready with the pre-production hardware?
As a long time fuji user (xt2 and xh1 owner) I’m so excited and happy for this camera. I’ve slowly expanded into video and while I love fuji for photography I’ve been bummed that the xt4 didn’t keep up with the competition. I have a lot of hope for this and it’s potential with future firmware updates. Definitely ready to upgrade 😁
not sure if it's the grade, or if there is a little bit of ir pollution (although could be solved with ir cut filter if so). mainly notice a slight red tint at 2:30 in the clouds
Is it just me or did the video look flat up until 12:02 when it switched to Jordan after he demonstrated LUTs? I’m watching this on an iPad 9 but if that was deliberate, Kudos.
PASM dial, I know that is faster and more convenient to switch back and forth from video to photo modes, but still I'll miss the shutter speed dial. I hope they're going to fix the issues that you found because I waited so long to change my beloved XH-1
I assume you can lock the forward dial into shutter speed and have it display on the LCD there? I'm an X-T not-much-video guy and those dials are the main reason I use Fuji…
When I saw the spec for the 18-120 f4 I was wondering how they made it lighter than the 18-135, but then I noticed it has no OIS. So its good for these bodies with IS. PZ is good for the video guys, especially if it turns out to be parfocal.
I love Fuji, always have done. That said, I'm not a video shooter. The overheating (or lack thereof) is incredibly impressive. Especially as basically the entire Fujirumors community went apoplectic assuming that the fan plug-in meant that the camera would melt within the first second. That said, I'd hoped for serious improvements in AF, which it seems like there hasn't been. Hoping that firmware can correct and correct quickly. I'd be waiting for the X-T or X-Pro series, anyway, but as the first of the new sensors, I'd really want them to come out swinging with the AF.
Is it still the case that the stellar IAF in the Sony a6400 I purchased, now some years' ago + a mint 2nd Sigma 56 1.4, for taking portrait shots of non compliant subjects and ever moving children, is still superior to these 2 major offerings. Fuji have had way too long to nail IAF, or whatever name you wish to give it. Fwiw, the sensors in my XT20, XT2 and S10 still do an excellent job. Yes, I may be different, however video is of secondary importance to me, yes, I appreciate this is the video centric of the 2 new body releases. Don't be soft with Fuji, they have been able to see Sony, Canon and Nikon release bodies with excellent IAF. Remember the release of the early X series, XT20, XPro1 etc, these were greeted by general criticism of very, very slow AF, not assisted by the slow AF of some older, if still worshipped, lens, e.g the 24 1.4. I purchased that lens and in 2022, on focusing, it is both noisy and, relatively slow. Is Fuji rushing these bodies onto the market with the intention of remedying the significant AF issues found in the early X series via the same type of fix, via firmware updates ? I certainly trust not.
Great review. Sounds like an innovative camera. If we can screw on a fan why can't we screw on a modular screen? (i.e. have a flippy screen version and a X-T3 style screen which we can buy separately), So neither photographers nor videographers need to compromise for latest tech? Instead of eliminating SS, ISO, and exposure dials, could there be 3 tactile (clicky) dials each with LED on top? (LED would display SS, ISO, Exposure), and lose the top screen? By making dials with displays, the quick settings C1-C7 would have maximum positive effect, and assuage people who love direct setting dials. Converting the physically set SCM switch to a button allows C1-C7 to logically control everything possible, which seems like an improvement.
Is it actually possible to have great improvements to the autofocus and ibis by July when the production model is released? And would an upcoming xt5 or xt5s likely be a cheaper version of this or more pricier version?
I'll wait for the X-T5 (2023???) I cannot give up the SS, ISO and EV dials. They are the Fujifilm experience I enjoy so much. I am sure an X-T5 will have the AF improvements with a v.5 processor.
I'd be curious as to how good 4k 120p looks compared to other cameras such as the those from Sony, Nikon, Canon and Panasonic that shoot at this frame rate. Also what is the crop factor in 4k 120p? (For wildlife, the crop factor may actually be a benefit.)
I was a bit perplexed at the gripe that 40fps only works in Release Priority. I would have thought that was expected for any camera shooting that fast! I mean... that's so fast that what camera can confirm focus at 40fps! The fact it can do Focus Priority at a lower frame rate like 15fps is still absolutely astounding to me. As long as its AF.C and Release Priority at 40fps I'm impressed! (but then I 'm often easily impressed). Serious question, what camera CAN do Focus Priority at 40fps? And more importantly actually PROVE it is actually using Focus Priority for 40fps and not just defaulting to Release to cope. I have learned (for example) that even if I set my AF.S and AF.C to Focus Priority on my XT4, but also enable the 'AF+MF' option (set to On), then the camera is actually acting out as if it's in Release Priority (basically its a bug I think). Don't believe me? Try it, I know others whom have confirmed this to be true as well.
I think they'll still be there. And I think you get it, as opposed to all the Fuji shooters ready to jump ship based on one camera announcement. The X-T styling and form factor just makes sense with dials (X100 & X-E too). The X-S and new X-H models look like modern DSLR-style bodies, so they get the modern PASM controls. I've seen plenty of Fuji X-T shooters complain about all the video features and ergo changes that they won't use. This camera isn't for them. On the other hand, there's shooters from other systems who want to shoot Fuji, but don't like the analog dials. I prefer dials for my daily use and street photography. For this X-H2S, I can see videographers/filmmakers adopting it and likely rigging it out anyway to where the dials are less likely to be used. Now, if we see the dials disappear from the XT5, then we've got a problem.
@@ywmedia that’s true, but that’s like saying you want a PASM dial on a Leica. The analog dials is what a lot of people come to the system for, and I don’t think they’ll change it like you said. Fuji would lose more people than they’d gain with such a change since the retro styling is what they are known for.
Some odd decisions by Fuji but overall it's an interesting package. AF is a little disappointing but we'll have to see where it is in a couple months. Would have been nice to see some substantial IQ improvement claims but that's not the end of the world. Bodes well for the next generation of XT and Xpro bodies though
As a photographer I hate the flip out screens, like the one on my A7iv. Designs like the Z9 are the way to go so people who like filming themselves are happy without sacrificing the usability for photographers.
Hey Chris. Thank you for the review on the Fujifilm XH2-S. Noticed another Wotancraft camera bag in the video. NICE!!!! Fujifilm & Wotancraft are my my favourite combination. Cheers!😊😊😊
Does this mean that we might get a stacked sensor XT4 replacement sometimes in the future? I've been waiting, increasingly impatiently, for an affordable version of Sony A9/A1's "zero rolling shutter" electronic shutter I don't really need any fancy object detection modes or better image quality - but to be able to take photos without the shutter sound would be such a game changer for my work
Noooo! Don't shoot down at those poor birds. Get down to eye level. Besides that: Great review as always. My favorite camera channel by far. Great work, guys!
Looks good. I know it’s only first impression but any news on the new sensors ISO performance? I’m hoping it can give a bit cleaner images at higher ISO then the XT4
@@niccollsvideo Thank you for the quick response! What a shame. I’m keeping an Olympus kit just for the 12-100mm for travel. I was so hoping that Fuji would finally step up and provide a high quality travel zoom. 🫤
Hey Jordan, you didn’t test that 150-600 for video? It’s a super lens for it, no real movement when focusing and beautiful rendering too. Also I bet nothing looks small in Chris’ hands.
I wouldn't be suprised if they removed the push-in dial due to reliability. I used this feature on the user-facing dial all the time on my XT-30 until it broke. The one on the front of the camera is now having issues also.
Did you have the chance to test it out with any of the older lenses? I’m curious as to how the new autofocus system works with the previous lenses given they’re debuting new ones as well.
This is such a tough choice!!!! The Fujifilm xh2s and OM-1 are both amazing cameras. Do I go for the aps c with the better low light or the om 1 with all those amazing features
In your opinion is the autofocus improvement and burst shooting speed impressive enough to warrant the upgrade as a wildlife photographer shooting stills (but high action)?
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Hoping that Fujifilm reads this comment section. Please please update the camera remote app. It just doesn't work 95% of the time. It's so frustrating. Love my X-E3 and want to use the app but it makes me want to throw the camera away
It's honestly a big reason I'm lukewarm about my XS10. My Sony a5000 had a great mobile app, and it was several years older. But the Fuji app is an inconsistent mess. It's a crapshoot to see if my camera even connects.
You are not alone buddy. I only rely on laptop with a card reader instead of using crappy app
@@ManpreetSingh-cs5kp I have actually resorted to getting a stupid adapter so I can plug de USB cable in my phone and transfer it that way. I use my camera mostly with friends and it would be nice to be able to quickly share the pictures with them instead of waiting untill I'm home to get my laptop.
In a perfect world the camera stays connected to the app and will autotransfer whilst shooting so I can see them in Google Photo's right away.
Same. It’s like solving some Indiana Jones type riddle every time.
100%. This app is part of the reason I sold my X-T4. It’s absolute garbage.
Chris and Jordan always manage to make a whole, fun TV episode out of product reviews! Thank you for having such a good time and sharing that with the world. :)
Jordan's running effort makes this a perfect video!
APS-C perfection. Amazing how Fuji manages to create such great cameras for so many years now. They really do live the japanese kaizen mentality.
This is truly aimed at video shooters, and while I’m not one, it is exciting to see Fuji up their game!
Not sure if I need this with my XT4 treating me well. But if I didn’t I’d certainly be impressed!
same
I'm guessing in terms of image quality for still photos, there may not be a dramatic difference. All the powerful specs mainly focus on video and I think Fujifilm has made it right this time.
@@djstuc oh sorry, I might have missed that. There were so much to take in 😆
@@djstuc 14? Damn, that's impressive for APS-C.
Hope que get some kaizen love.
Good job fuji.. the APSC king. No doubt.
The new zoom is really good addition to the lens lineup too.. and it being Internal Focus make it even better. Good job.
The first channel I head to right after the Summit 😆
Jordon was one of the best running backs in the CFL.
Since the X-H and X-S both have the flip out screen, I hope a future X-T5 goes back to the X-T3 style screen. That side tilt is great for portrait, which video people might not care about, but fits in better with the dial centric, X-T sort of setup.
Indeed. Full flip is only necessary for pointing the display forwards. Otherwise tilt is much better since it always stay centered, and it can be pushed back to the camera much quicker, while a flip display must be rotated 180° every time.
And I hope they don’t remove the ISO, SS and SCM dials.
@@Pedro76mchlkg they won’t
Me too, I was really hoping (with very very little faith admittedly) that the X-H2 would be a normal Fujifilm tri-axial screen. I just don't get along terribly well with a full flippy screen as it does nothing but slow me down since I literally(!) never shoot any video.
I might give this a rental, but I don't know that I'll buy it. I bought the X-T4 twice and sold it both times. Great camera, but I liked using my X-T3 and X-T1 more.
@@Kamukix I still have my xt3, was unconvinced the 4 would be much of an upgrade. I also hung on to my xe1, that first gen x trans sensor just gives a nice skintone to people.
Wow the video of this entire review is so incredibly sharp. I’m watching in 4k on a high end Samsung TV and it looks sharper than 4k from streaming services like Netflix. Go Fuji!
Thorough and entertaining as always.
Very much looking forward to the video shootout with the GH6 - hope you can really put them both through their paces in varied conditions
I think autofocus will be key for this camera. At this price point, it will have to justify $1000 more than the R7, roughly the same as the A7IV, and slightly more than the GH6. Hopefully, your full review is going to be comparing all these for value.
The camera is way better than R7 and GH6 for sure.
@@nigerian-nightmare let’s wait and see.....the R7 autofocus looks bang on....
@@chrissharp4105 You're right on auto-focus. Fuji won't even come close but the auto-focus on fuji with the newer lenses are good enough.
The X-H2 is a far more video-centric camera though. Minimal rolling shutter, 6k video, raw video, etc.
Nevertheless this is also a sport- and wildlife-centric camera, and for that, the autofocus isn't enough. So far. Let's see what's the AF will be at the time of the release and how much firmware updates from there will help.
Anyway, I suppose the target audience of the X-H2s isn't the same the target audience of the EOS R7. The X-T5 will be.
@@nigerian-nightmare well if that is the case, then Fuji are lying. That is not what they say in their commercial...
the full HDMI port, the improved writing speed and the planes, trains, automobiles makes an excellent case for upgrading - I'll just have to wait for the next Fujifilm sale days ;)
Those colors 🤩 Can't wait to get my hand on it!
I know Fuji will improve the autofocus over time, as my Fuji X-T30 has had multiple updates, all improving autofocus. I just hope it comes sooner rather than later...
Ooooh the camera I don’t need and won’t buy since I have an X-T3 but am super excited to see the review for.
Hmmm… the most important part for me is the autofocus and I think that the jury is still out on that. I noticed in many of the reviews I’ve watched, people keep remind us that they are “pre-production” models, but shouldn’t the bodies they give to reviewers basically be sorted out since they are gonna critique them? Great review as always guys.
Would love to see the final review. :)
Checkmate. And nice shots Chris
Fuji always goes all out. I'm kinda jealous. The X-T4 looked interesting but wasn't enough over the GH5 for me to justify switching. But the X-H2S looks like a real GH6 competitor (maybe even OM-1 competitor, all in one) and it really makes me consider going to Fuji.
Believe me, I've been using monsters like the Canon 5D4 or the 1DX3. I still have my Canon 1DX3. But don't underestimate the XT-4. It's a monster too, despite the small size. You rarely miss your shots with this camera. Paired with the 50-140mm, it's the perfect equipment. I will definitely stick to it.
@@guillandanthony711 I don't underestimate the XT-4. I'm sure it's a great camera. Just that a lot of the features most people seemed excited for already exist in my GH5 and the slightly higher resolution and better AF wasn't really worth switching the whole system for. But with ProRes, a great EVF, minimal rolling shutter, it sounds like a nice upgrade. All that smaller and lighter than the GH6 with better battery life. I really need to get my hands on it but it sounds ideal as a hybrid cam.
Come to Fuji. The colours are so good.
This looks like a pinnacle APS-C camera. Fujifilm is showing us what they will be perfecting this decade: Stacked sensors. Electronic shutter. Have to refine that AF. And fantastic video recording!
i'm set with my non-Fuji gear but always enjoyable watching your reviews and learning about the new toys. Thanks and keep up the great work.
I'm a Nikon shooter, but I've always had high regard for Fujifilm equipment. This review has really peaked my interest in this camera.
Really excited to watch the final review.
I find it surprising that there is no mention of the new IBIS system at all. Fujifilm is claiming gimbal-less style performance for video and 7 stops for stills. I’m assuming it was not ready with the pre-production hardware?
As a long time fuji user (xt2 and xh1 owner) I’m so excited and happy for this camera. I’ve slowly expanded into video and while I love fuji for photography I’ve been bummed that the xt4 didn’t keep up with the competition. I have a lot of hope for this and it’s potential with future firmware updates. Definitely ready to upgrade 😁
not sure if it's the grade, or if there is a little bit of ir pollution (although could be solved with ir cut filter if so). mainly notice a slight red tint at 2:30 in the clouds
15:00 Why didn't you do the overheating test outside in the heat, under the summer sun?
The king is back, thank you Fujifilm
15:14 can anybody explain the rgb stuff?
Is it just me or did the video look flat up until 12:02 when it switched to Jordan after he demonstrated LUTs? I’m watching this on an iPad 9 but if that was deliberate, Kudos.
really excited to see how this camera's feature set trickles down to other fuji models
PASM dial, I know that is faster and more convenient to switch back and forth from video to photo modes, but still I'll miss the shutter speed dial. I hope they're going to fix the issues that you found because I waited so long to change my beloved XH-1
I assume you can lock the forward dial into shutter speed and have it display on the LCD there? I'm an X-T not-much-video guy and those dials are the main reason I use Fuji…
@@timbray2294 I think so, and the back dial that can't be pressed is a mistake. But I'm curious to try it in person
Finally they are here, these following weeks will be interesting for Fujifilm followers.
The battery grip prices killed it for me. It's a must have accessory for myself doing wildlife.
I’m seeing a pre-order offer bundle with 50% off the grip
@@photoben I'll probably hold off till the other xh2 is released. I need to hold it first.
There's a vertical grip for I think only 399, but the file transmitter which is 999
Full review can’t be far away🤞
When I saw the spec for the 18-120 f4 I was wondering how they made it lighter than the 18-135, but then I noticed it has no OIS. So its good for these bodies with IS. PZ is good for the video guys, especially if it turns out to be parfocal.
The 18-120 still has the same issue as the 16-80. When you transition from 20 back to 18 it does a little bounce back into the wider angle
I believe it is parfocal they mentioned that in the official Fuji presentation.
Is Fujifilm the cream of the crop sensors with the XH2??
15:11 was that a reference to camera conspiracies? cause it feels like a reference to camera conspiracies
I love Fuji, always have done. That said, I'm not a video shooter. The overheating (or lack thereof) is incredibly impressive. Especially as basically the entire Fujirumors community went apoplectic assuming that the fan plug-in meant that the camera would melt within the first second. That said, I'd hoped for serious improvements in AF, which it seems like there hasn't been. Hoping that firmware can correct and correct quickly.
I'd be waiting for the X-T or X-Pro series, anyway, but as the first of the new sensors, I'd really want them to come out swinging with the AF.
Is it still the case that the stellar IAF in the Sony a6400 I purchased, now some years' ago + a mint 2nd Sigma 56 1.4, for taking portrait shots of non compliant subjects and ever moving children, is still superior to these 2 major offerings.
Fuji have had way too long to nail IAF, or whatever name you wish to give it.
Fwiw, the sensors in my XT20, XT2 and S10 still do an excellent job.
Yes, I may be different, however video is of secondary importance to me, yes, I appreciate this is the video centric of the 2 new body releases.
Don't be soft with Fuji, they have been able to see Sony, Canon and Nikon release bodies with excellent IAF.
Remember the release of the early X series, XT20, XPro1 etc, these were greeted by general criticism of very, very slow AF, not assisted by the slow AF of some older, if still worshipped, lens, e.g the 24 1.4. I purchased that lens and in 2022, on focusing, it is both noisy and, relatively slow.
Is Fuji rushing these bodies onto the market with the intention of remedying the significant AF issues found in the early X series via the same type of fix, via firmware updates ?
I certainly trust not.
Will there be a seperate review of the XF 150-600 soon?
I hope they release a firmware update with the subject detection to the newer cameras in the lineup like the XT-4 and the XS-10
I still don't understand why the subject-detection options aren't listed:
Planes
Trains
Automobiles
...
I'd smile every time I went into the menu :-)
Could also go with "Is it a bird? Is it a plane?"
Great review. Sounds like an innovative camera.
If we can screw on a fan why can't we screw on a modular screen? (i.e. have a flippy screen version and a X-T3 style screen which we can buy separately),
So neither photographers nor videographers need to compromise for latest tech?
Instead of eliminating SS, ISO, and exposure dials, could there be 3 tactile (clicky) dials each with LED on top? (LED would display SS, ISO, Exposure), and lose the top screen?
By making dials with displays, the quick settings C1-C7 would have maximum positive effect, and assuage people who love direct setting dials.
Converting the physically set SCM switch to a button allows C1-C7 to logically control everything possible, which seems like an improvement.
Is it actually possible to have great improvements to the autofocus and ibis by July when the production model is released? And would an upcoming xt5 or xt5s likely be a cheaper version of this or more pricier version?
Question off topic: what Tilt head at 2:17? 😊
nice subtle nod to the new lens too!
I'll wait for the X-T5 (2023???) I cannot give up the SS, ISO and EV dials. They are the Fujifilm experience I enjoy so much. I am sure an X-T5 will have the AF improvements with a v.5 processor.
Ralph Klein Park. Will be a great spot to photograph people drinking with the new relaxed regulations. That body/lens combo would be perfect for that.
@DPReview TV Are you going to do a more in depth review of the lens or can you share what you thought of it? F/5.6-F8 seems slow for a 150-600mm
I noticed a lot of annoying white balance shifts at around 7:34
What a great review video. Congratulations guys.
Jordan, Love the angry man rush towards the camera during the focus tracking clip.
I'm only here to check out Chris' new Wotancraft bag...... and Jordan is just cool to listen to...
Haha „I don‘t need 240 Frames/sec, I‘m not trying to get headshot in Call of Duty competetivly.“ Really made me laugh with this one 😂
Man the video from this camera does look good, awesome job Jordan (and fuji)
Really looking forward to the GH6 comparison.
Curious if Fuji will be the first medium format camera maker that uses stacked sensors in their 50/100mp cameras.
I'd be curious as to how good 4k 120p looks compared to other cameras such as the those from Sony, Nikon, Canon and Panasonic that shoot at this frame rate. Also what is the crop factor in 4k 120p? (For wildlife, the crop factor may actually be a benefit.)
That's one thing they forgot to mention. In my test there were no crops in any mode. (Though I only had the camera for 3 days so who knows)
1.29 crop in 4k120
guys... 18:27 - on 4K 120fps is no sound recordings, so noise of fan isn't important...
I was a bit perplexed at the gripe that 40fps only works in Release Priority. I would have thought that was expected for any camera shooting that fast! I mean... that's so fast that what camera can confirm focus at 40fps! The fact it can do Focus Priority at a lower frame rate like 15fps is still absolutely astounding to me. As long as its AF.C and Release Priority at 40fps I'm impressed! (but then I 'm often easily impressed).
Serious question, what camera CAN do Focus Priority at 40fps? And more importantly actually PROVE it is actually using Focus Priority for 40fps and not just defaulting to Release to cope. I have learned (for example) that even if I set my AF.S and AF.C to Focus Priority on my XT4, but also enable the 'AF+MF' option (set to On), then the camera is actually acting out as if it's in Release Priority (basically its a bug I think). Don't believe me? Try it, I know others whom have confirmed this to be true as well.
I just hope they won’t remove the top dials and single/ cont/ manual switch from XT5.
I think they'll still be there. And I think you get it, as opposed to all the Fuji shooters ready to jump ship based on one camera announcement. The X-T styling and form factor just makes sense with dials (X100 & X-E too). The X-S and new X-H models look like modern DSLR-style bodies, so they get the modern PASM controls. I've seen plenty of Fuji X-T shooters complain about all the video features and ergo changes that they won't use. This camera isn't for them. On the other hand, there's shooters from other systems who want to shoot Fuji, but don't like the analog dials.
I prefer dials for my daily use and street photography. For this X-H2S, I can see videographers/filmmakers adopting it and likely rigging it out anyway to where the dials are less likely to be used. Now, if we see the dials disappear from the XT5, then we've got a problem.
I think they're going to keep the X-T series the way it is and use the X-S/X-H to cater to the DSLR-style market
@@ywmedia that’s true, but that’s like saying you want a PASM dial on a Leica. The analog dials is what a lot of people come to the system for, and I don’t think they’ll change it like you said.
Fuji would lose more people than they’d gain with such a change since the retro styling is what they are known for.
what lense u used at 9:15 the girl portrait ?
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XF 56mm F1.2 R
curious to see the X-H2S with various lenses, like the smallest 27mm 2.8. wonder how would it look like haha
Overheating is a huge concern in Sacramento, where it gets up to 108°F (42°C) several times a year.
I'm hyped for 8mm ultra wide and
curious about 30mm macro lens.
Me too!
Some odd decisions by Fuji but overall it's an interesting package. AF is a little disappointing but we'll have to see where it is in a couple months. Would have been nice to see some substantial IQ improvement claims but that's not the end of the world.
Bodes well for the next generation of XT and Xpro bodies though
Why did the first shots of Jordan look ultra HDR in the sky? The X-H2s doesn't look like that, right?
Nah, that was shot on his apple phone.
@@niccollsvideo Oh, thank jesus. 😂
Price is a bit high, but looks promising!! I'm curious how good the stabilization is....does it beat Panny now?
Canon R7 vs Fujifilm XH2S vs Sony A7M4 autofocus comparison please.
What about AF? Eye tracker?
Is the X-H2S good for portrait? Fashion portrait?
Was there any mention of phantom power on the Mic Port yet?
As a photographer I hate the flip out screens, like the one on my A7iv. Designs like the Z9 are the way to go so people who like filming themselves are happy without sacrificing the usability for photographers.
is possible if fuji compare with canon R7?
LUTs of dynamic range?
Hey Chris. Thank you for the review on the Fujifilm XH2-S. Noticed another Wotancraft camera bag in the video. NICE!!!! Fujifilm & Wotancraft are my my favourite combination. Cheers!😊😊😊
Thanks! Looking fwd to the comparison with the GH6. Keen to see the X-Pro for this gen.
Does this mean that we might get a stacked sensor XT4 replacement sometimes in the future?
I've been waiting, increasingly impatiently, for an affordable version of Sony A9/A1's "zero rolling shutter" electronic shutter
I don't really need any fancy object detection modes or better image quality - but to be able to take photos without the shutter sound would be such a game changer for my work
It's extremely likely it will trickle down.
Surely in the years ahead. Sensors are gonna get stacked.
Trouble is, it's been 5 years since the original A9 :')
Noooo! Don't shoot down at those poor birds. Get down to eye level.
Besides that: Great review as always. My favorite camera channel by far. Great work, guys!
Looks good. I know it’s only first impression but any news on the new sensors ISO performance? I’m hoping it can give a bit cleaner images at higher ISO then the XT4
Jordan’s flower pot hat is adorable!
Will there be a review of the 18-120 soon?
I wouldn't say we loved the results out of it, as a pre-pro lens. So we will definitely take a look when it is final and see.
@@niccollsvideo Thank you for the quick response! What a shame. I’m keeping an Olympus kit just for the 12-100mm for travel. I was so hoping that Fuji would finally step up and provide a high quality travel zoom. 🫤
Please compare this camera to the R7 also.
Hey Jordan, you didn’t test that 150-600 for video? It’s a super lens for it, no real movement when focusing and beautiful rendering too. Also I bet nothing looks small in Chris’ hands.
Man, living in Arizona and shooting on a summer afternoon overheats my camera taking stills. That fan has me a little jazzed...
I wouldn't be suprised if they removed the push-in dial due to reliability. I used this feature on the user-facing dial all the time on my XT-30 until it broke. The one on the front of the camera is now having issues also.
Did you have the chance to test it out with any of the older lenses? I’m curious as to how the new autofocus system works with the previous lenses given they’re debuting new ones as well.
Would love to have something like this for the Sonya7iv
I work at a camera shop.... and we are getting orders already!
This is such a tough choice!!!! The Fujifilm xh2s and OM-1 are both amazing cameras. Do I go for the aps c with the better low light or the om 1 with all those amazing features
The OMI is a superb camera with an already established line up of excellent primes and zooms at varying price points
I would really would like to know if we could put an anamorphic lens and how footage would turn out ???
Yes it’s possible!
@@Dezdirectz thanks dude
@@rigsuvedi You can check it out here -> ua-cam.com/video/DYhO6fBLR7U/v-deo.html
Looks like a great camera. Great colours!
What was the temp in the basement? I find outdoor in bright sun 80 degrees F leads to overheating on the X-T4
What AF percentage did you get on people after adjusting settings? The test on Jordan running was using default settings, no?
In your opinion is the autofocus improvement and burst shooting speed impressive enough to warrant the upgrade as a wildlife photographer shooting stills (but high action)?
8:50 nice reference
Awesome!! Thanks for doing a review.
will older fuji bodies get firmware updates to get that FLog2?
This video looked great!!!