Fujifilm XH2s vs Fujifilm XT5 : Which One Is Better For You?

[@irutgers]

I would love the xh2-s, but I really like the xt dials

[@brianw6645]

As someone with aging eyes, the EVF makes a HUGE difference. If the XT5 had the same EVF, I would have purchased it to go along with my X-H2S.

[@cameraprepper7938]

The X-H2 with 40 megapixels is the way to go...

[@karlbratby4349]

In practice I’ve found my xh2s and xh2 evf to be average, especially when MF, xt5 surprisingly with less resolution seems to do better with MF, same as when view images in evf on the xh2s/2 image looks soft but is not in reality but xt5 image seems to hold together better in the evf… weird

[@yes_senpai8880]

XH2S. As a wedding photographer, the larger buffer and stacked sensor is super nice. The body and button layout of the XH2S, while not as fun and small as the XT5, is convenient for professional work; especially when you throw on larger lenses or need to switch settings very quickly. My XT4 will always have a place in my heart for lifestyle and hobbyist photos. And I’m sure the XT5 is even better. But honestly, I’d like to see a new X-Pro that can fill the role of an EDC camera.

[@Iamtongue]

I'm waiting to see what they do with the new X100 camera. I would love to have a range finder camera system for an EDC camera.

[@lindafuller9131]

Hi, Im a wedding photographer too, how does the XH2S perform in low light? At the minute I still have the XT3 and XT4

[@yes_senpai8880]

@@lindafuller9131 it's honestly about the same as the X-T4; unless you crank the ISO way up, then you'll notice less noise in the shadows for sure. Honestly, I'd consider the XH2 for weddings. I personally think the larger resolution is more beneficial than the faster readout, unless you are shooting sports or wildlife. I actually switched to the Sony A7IV in order to find a balance. Definitely notice a large improvement in AF, low light performance and resolution; but definitely a downgrade in many other areas. As I said... a balance. But I'm sticking with Fuji for everyday and travel photography.

[@lindafuller9131]

@@yes_senpai8880 thank you for that. Yes, Ive been toying with the idea of buying a Sony for a while but it would have to be the A7riii because of budget!

[@markjsc]

I bought the X-H2S to down-size (and modernize?) from my Canon 5D IV. I shoot mostly photos and I've been more than happy with "only" 26MP. I'm a hobbyist and take mostly photos of my family and travels. I was super happy with the output I got from the X-H2S and (get this...) the 18-120mm f/4 PZ lens on a recent trip to Europe. The only change I'm thinking about is adding the 16-55 f/2.8 to give a bit more image quality (I was very spoiled with my Canon L lenses on my previous kit). I have never used any X-T bodies, but I'm quite happy with the relatively smaller size of the X-H2S compared to the full frame body (and lenses) I had before.

[@PeezieCP4]

I know this an old comment but I am wondering why you chose to not go with a canon mirrorless. Im on the same boat. I own a 5D IV and also a 5D II. Lenses are 35L, 20mm 50mm 85 IS USM. Having a hard time jumping ship because of lenses. for Canon Im considering a Canon R6 MK II. or the Fuji XT5 or XH2s. Thanks!

[@markjsc]

​@@PeezieCP4 - I don't think you can go wrong staying with Canon. I was happy to learn recently that Canon will allow 3rd party manufacturers to build RF lenses. That may have made a difference for me about 2 years ago. At the time I decided to switch, there were 2 deciding factors for me: 1. I wanted to down-side my sensor to APSC and Canon didn't have a winning Mirrorless APSC body or lenses for me at the time (Summer/Fall of 2022). The size of the full-frame lenses was the biggest issue. I had the 70-200 f/2.8 IS and 24-70 f/2.8 - both were huge, even though I LOVED the photos I got from them. 2. I had a buyer for my remaining Canon gear. I was OK with restarting from near-zero. So far, I've been very pleased with the output from my Fuji system and have only missed Canon's ergonomics. I'm still planning to add the 16-55 f/2.8 to give me that extra edge on image quality, but I'm still quite happy with the vast majority of what I get from the X-H2S with 18-120.

[@matt88169]

I’d buy neither and spend $1700-$2500 on Fujis newer lenses as they’re amazing. For me the way Fuji cheaped out on the xt5 and leaned into the h series (also cheaping out in some ways) cured my upgradeitus. Awesome new sensors though no hate just not for me-maybe next time, or maybe used!

[@Iamtongue]

good take!

[@Canadianforestfairy]

What body do you use?

[@matt88169]

@@Canadianforestfairy I'd recommend anything with an Xtrans 4 / 26.1mp sensor that has the body / features that you want. Very good AF once you get used to it, and excellent image quality. All of the newest lenses have noticeably better AF than I've experienced on lenses like the 18-55, and 16-55. I think they all are more accurate/track better even on an older body.

[@Dandelion-32]

I've been looking at videos for colour differences between the X-H2/X-T5 and the X-H2s. I find that I many times can pick the camera and then look at the text and see I was right. So if you'll be my judge, please :-) From the fotos @ 8:15, I'd say the two lower t-shirt photos are from the X-H2s, and the two top T-shirt photos are from the X-T5. I am less certain about the car park videos. I'd say the top left looks more like X-H2s, and the bottom on looks more like X-T5. The top right car park photo I find more difficult, as I'm getting opposing vibes from her shirt and the concrete. This is from watching the video at 1080p.

[@Dandelion-32]

LOL! Looking back at your stills, I see that I probably mixed up the container ONE photos 😀

[@Pixelpeeps-69]

Fantastic video 👍📸 I use the xh2 for professional work with the bigger lenses and i use my xt5 for personal photography using prime lenses, I want to go into doing professional video work and is the xh2s a better camera spec wise than my he Panasonic s5 ii ? Or maybe a Sony a7siii ?

[@Iamtongue]

I honestly love all 3 cameras... Sony a7siii has the most reliable AF and you'll get access to all the sony e mount lenses out there third party as well.. That's something the S5ii is lacking right now... there's not many options...but it's a solid tool. XH2s is really good, i think has the best look out of the 3.

[@Iamtongue]

Which camera would you get the xt5 or the XH2s?! Also... FUJIFILM if you are reading this please put the RED FRAME INDICATOR into the XH2S! THANKS xoxo...

[@kullumphoto]

I actually have both! Watching your videos made me trade my x-pro3 for the x-t5!

[@VidabyLuis]

Got the XH2s! I love everything about. I thought I would miss all the exposure dials but I’ve managed to get used to the SPAM dials 😁

[@Iamtongue]

@@kullumphoto lmao nice! and sorry 😅

[@Iamtongue]

@@VidabyLuis ya you definitely get used to it! Xh2s is pretty amazing

[@gordoa172]

I went with the Xt5. I am in love with it! I use it in complement with the Xe3. I am excited to see a new release on the xpro line.

[@bosskaloi]

Is there autofocus at 240 fps video on the xh2s?

[@jmosphotography163]

XH2 S with the stacked sensor is amazing. Especially if you work with OCF ( Off Camera Flash )

[@danielsullivan4360]

I work with OCF all the time. What advantage does the stacked senor offer for OCF?

[@hayezmohairbi]

Thank you for the review of both camera. I am a Fuji camera too, and looking to sell my XT 20 and XT three and XT four to update my gear. I love taking sport photography, and recording some ice hokey game. And the question is which one do you recommend? I just would like to double check however, from your video you are recommending the H2S. Is that right?

[@Iamtongue]

yea if you're doing sport the xh2s would be better!

[@Kimwonsy2021]

Hello. In my case i like point and shoot on off cam what in those 2 would you recommend for me brother but sometimes i do manual if im not in hurry. Thanks!

[@Iamtongue]

ricoh gr 3

[@1shineblack]

A comperision between the x-s20 and XH2S would be great, also the x-s20 and A6700 would be very interesting.

[@Iamtongue]

i'll keep that in mind cheers!

[@Strassefotos]

I own the X-T5 and I'm happy but for video and nighttime I think to buy the X-H2s.

[@DaveStern2]

good video and you should get more likes / subs!! looking at both cameras now (XT5 vs. XH2). Thanks for posting this!

[@Iamtongue]

Thank you! hopefulyl one day!

[@ericthestone]

Been a XT5 shooter since launch day. Upgraded from XT3 and XT4. The autofocus alone make it worthwhile for the upgrade for me. I don’t do video much, only stills.

[@Iamtongue]

agreed!

[@patriotsfan696]

I would get the XH2s for bird photography

[@Iamtongue]

ya the stacked sensor would help keep track of the birds!

[@cameraprepper7938]

X-H2 with 40 megapixel is better for bird photography

[@patriotsfan696]

@@cameraprepper7938 how’s the autofocus?

[@makesnosense4424]

X-t5 fits my hands better, I tried the xh2 at my local camera shop and I thought it was too bulky for me.

[@Iamtongue]

totally understand

[@nater1113]

I’m pretty sure the xt5 crop at 10 bit 4K 60p is 1.23.. am I wrong?

[@CarlosVixil]

thanks! how critical has open gate been?

[@Iamtongue]

I love open gate. It's great for content creators like myself. I'm always filming in it.

[@sandeepaluri4001]

Hi.. Could you plz let me know the light that was used at 4:15

[@Iamtongue]

SIRUI Bendable RGB Lights - geni.us/Uynino

[@sandeepaluri4001]

Thanks @@Iamtongue ❤👍

[@philipgilligan_art]

I hadn’t seen the xt5 yet and took a gamble on the xh2, I love it….. when I eventually saw anxt5 in a camera store I felt it would be too small for me although now I wish I had gone for the xh2s as it was only £100 gb more than my xh2 and 16-80 kit

[@Iamtongue]

Ohh how come?

[@philipgilligan_art]

@@Iamtongue for the video aspect (a) but also for smaller photo file sizes, current ones are around 74mb each

[@Iamtongue]

@@philipgilligan_art ya i hate those file sizes ahhaha.... shoot lossless compressed dude

[@philipgilligan_art]

@@Iamtongue thanks I’ll give it a go….. the xh2 and 16-80 go everywhere with me most times I leave the house

[@lewis7394]

How is the XH2s autofocus now after the firmware updates?

[@Iamtongue]

Apparently not good lol. Some ppl are reporting some weird issues with V6.0

[@k.ahnung7030]

can only talk for me: I haven't had any issues before of after the firmware update with my X-H2s.

[@ark-a4924]

xh2s video go crazy

[@Iamtongue]

for real

[@Jgheiler]

I got the XH2s, and find they PSAM really useful to switch quickly back and forth from video to photo as I do both. I really do miss the retro dials as sometimes it's just easier to turn a knob, or the nice high quality LCD screen of the XT5 which is perfect for photo. But having that superior Auto focus is also nice. I am hoping for more firmware releases for the XH2s as the auto focus is still not entirely there when taking pictures of moving subjects...soon hopefully. And if Fuji can get that Auto focus anywhere near Sony, it should be on the stacked sensor.

[@samson40a]

Huge price drop on XH2S at the moment which makes it only £300 more than XT5. Crazy. Confused now though on which to get.

[@Iamtongue]

If you can afford it the xh2s! That stacked sensor is crazy good

[@yourtallness]

Classic top dials, clickable front & back dials plus the screen were the reasons I went for the X-T5 even though I'm a sucker for battery grips.

[@Iamtongue]

would've been nice if we had a battery grip ahha

[@yourtallness]

@@Iamtongue thought I'd miss it, but it kinda destroys the classic camera look.

[@yannisvaroufakis9395]

I had an XT3 and sold it because of its unreliable AF. Half my images had soft eyes. So I bought a Canon R6. Amazing AF. So good, I’m convinced Canon is in possession of extraterrestrial technology. All my shots are keepers. But, it’s rather big and heavy for travel with its huge lenses. I’m thinking of getting an XT5 for a travel camera. But is the AF any better than on the XT3?

[@Iamtongue]

the AF is better thant eh XT3.. not to the levels of SONY or Canons but it's more reliable and because of that I odnt complain about the AF anymore.

[@mahdimanesh4221]

I finally got the XH2S after loads of back and forth. And I am really happy already. Never thought that I would love a fast AFC system but it got me shots I would have missed otherwise. What I do not know is if the XH2 would have been sufficient…. But coming from 100MP medium format, I went all in for speed. And may complement this body with a GFX sometime soon…

[@tamal0167]

Do you use gfx along with xh2s ?

[@mahdimanesh4221]

@@tamal0167 at the moment I rent GFX when needed but I am also looking at the new 100 ii and would like to own it eventually. But I am also looking into medium format film like the older 500 series by Hasselblad.

[@cameraprepper7938]

X-H2 with 40 megapixels !

[@RogerCasperson-r4l]

Greenfelder Lake

[@armandoarmendariz4587]

I have an a7iii I wanna start shooting weddings I want a Fuji would you recommend the XT5?

[@Iamtongue]

The xt5 gets slowed down by buffer if you’re looking to shoot burst. Get the xh2 instead.

[@armandoarmendariz4587]

@@Iamtongue thank you !!! I love your videos you got me into Fuji

[@Iamtongue]

thanks man!

[@lexwashington6992]

XT5

[@Iamtongue]

yes!

[@nerucheung]

XH2 until the X-Pro4 comes out 👀

[@Iamtongue]

shieeeett

[@leonardocabrera468]

Bro, what do you think is more noticeable, the better video on xh2s or the better photo quality on xt5??

[@Iamtongue]

video for sure

[@Juan-ci3ge]

Coming from X-S10, i am very happy with my X-T5. X-H2S is too overkill for a hobbyist like me 😅

[@Iamtongue]

I feel you homie... you liking the XT5 so far?

[@RAMtrails]

I have an XH2s.... I still want an XT-5 😅

[@Iamtongue]

Hahaa the GAS

[@kelvinon]

I have a XT-5... I still want a XH2s 🤣 because I want to shoot photos of my dog running