In With The New: Fujifilm X-H2s First Look
A few months ago I was in a room with Andreas from Fujifilm UK, Joe from Fujifilm Ireland and my good buddy Kim Farrelly. We had the privilege as official X-Photographers of seeing new product and looking at roadmap additions. I’ve already spoken about the XF150-600mm that we first saw that day. I was trying it with a preproduction X-H2s and I knew the second that I laid hands on that I wanted it. It’s a very different beast to the X-T4 I’ve been using, obviously more in keeping with the X-H1 predecessor. I also got to try the new 18-120 superzoom designed for video, and to pair with this camera.
As July rolled on, I called to order. After an initial emailing saying stock was low, I got another saying I’d have one on Tuesday. Yay! Unfortunately though I’m currently out of action with Coronavirus. I still unpacked to have a look. Here’s some quick observations before using it properly:
The battery slot is 90 degrees to the X-T4’s, making for a larger and more comfortable grip. Bearing in mind that I’m 160cm, it’s still really comfortable in my hands.
The T series dials are replaced with a more traditional PASM dial, and a dedicated ISO button. Shutter (and Aperture where required) are on the dials.
The top screen showing settings is great. The whole camera feels like the GFX where this comes from.
It looks substantial and heavy, but it’s light for the size.
Same battery as the X-T4.
The joystick is very different and I need to stretch with my hands or reposition my grip to reach it.
Same flip screen as the X-T4, but it’s flush at the bottom and has a nook for easier access.
Shutter Speed it the front dial. I’m still used to this from Canon, so delighted it’s the default.
On the side are USB-C, full sized HDMI, Mic and Headphone sockets.
The strap connectors are flush with the body, so nothing loose rattling around.
Battery strength indicator shows on the screen even when the camera is turned off.
The H series is a lot more expensive than the T series. In US Dollars, it’s $2499 vs $1699 currently. Time will tell if it’s worth that. Given how much faster everything about this camera is, I suspect it will be. I’ll follow up with another post when I’ve done a variety of shoots with it. The X-H2s is now the flagship X Series camera, with the T series now being the lead prosumer camera.