I used the Fujifilm X-H2S professionally for 3 weeks. Here's what I learned.

[@n0f8r]

X-T3 has headphone jack

[@tobiasgvenus]

Oh damn you're right. Totally forgot!

[@fotomaton7852]

@@tobiasgvenus ..so did XT2. Its was removed on XT4. Good its back though!

[@ngonzale3]

Fewer people use the remote function of the X series cameras, so not having a headphone jack was a real annoyance to get an XT4. Still a good camera, but didn't understand the logic behind that and chose to keep my xt3's, get better lenses and wait.

[@robbinsdrones]

@@fotomaton7852 XT2 has a mic jack, but the headphone jack is on the battery (vertical power booster) grip 👍

[@andrew_veale]

ISO button mapping has been fixed since this video

[@travelwithelle5306]

How

[@Eyeofkamau]

Glad to see someone talk about that ISO issue. That’s the biggest one for me… absolute bummer

[@miha493]

CF type B actually much cheaper than high speed SD, but there's a trick. Adapter from CF type B to nvme cost around 80$ + 2230 M.2 nvme on 1tb less than 200$. Five minutes with screwdriver and you have 1 tb for price of 256gb V90 SD card. Just don't forget to format new card inside of camera.

[@jeffrosemeyer]

Our prayers have been answered. Firmware 5.00 allows for front/rear dials to be used to change ISO. My biggest gripe with the camera has been fixed...I think. I need to install the latest firmware and make sure it works the same way that it does in their other cameras. But I just checked the website and it's bullet point #2. Excited to load it onto my X-H2S when I get home in an hour or so.

[@tobiasgvenus]

Yesssssss

[@BROK3NFPV]

the 50-140 f2.8 is a beast. i managed to get 1/10 ss handheld shots crispy clear.

[@marin_real_estate_photography]

Not a Fuji user myself but glad to hear that the X-H2S is very capable. Hope they sell a lot of them.

[@BrendanEvan]

A couple things I learned in using mine - angelbird has a cf express se card that works really well and is $180 for 512gb. That card with 4k 24p 200mbps lasts for over 9 hours of recording. - I also like the e-ink top display to know if I remembered to put both cards back in it

[@tobiasgvenus]

I'll see if I can get one and try it out with the X-H2

[@jhvisual5393]

4k 24p 200mbps doesn't need cf express anyways 🙄 Better to keep the cf express for hefty stuff and low bitrates for SD

[@BrendanEvan]

@@jhvisual5393 you’re not wrong 😆

[@hexiy_dev]

@@jhvisual5393 u need the cf express card if you want to record to a backup though

[@Eyeofkamau]

Your dog is so well mannered :)

[@carldaniel3155]

The S C M switch, now on a button... means you can allocate C1 to C7 custom to do this auto for you. ie C1 for face/eye tracking and Continuous focus with min shutter speed 1/500 and burst mode. Set C2 to do stills photography in Single af, face eye off, small green box, slower 1/30 min shutter speed etc. I find this now much faster an easier than on my xt5.

[@hankypanky4u]

How is iso in low light? As a music photographer I’d love to know how it is over the XT3. Dynamic range?

[@AmeriMutt76]

After the XT5 launch, it's either H2 or H2s for me this upgrade. I really want a more capable hybrid. I'll miss the size and some controls though. *sidenote, MF+AF S and C, at the same time has been available since X-T2 launch. Also given to the X-T1 as firmware update after the XT2 came out (RIP Kaizan). I think that same update gave ES to the X-T1..

[@tobiasgvenus]

Yeah I ended up with an XH2 as well. Surprised I’ve never seen M+AF before in that case! Fair call.

[@artbylukebennett]

Really interested to know how X-H2S compares to X-H2 in terms of noise in low light conditions...

[@eliaspap8708]

Thanks for the video. I mapped the iso direct to the up and down D Pad so I don’t even have to first press the top iso button, it’s super quick and easy to adapt too.

[@BrendanEvan]

I did that too!

[@tobiasgvenus]

That's smart! But imagine not having to do that at all!

[@dies-4298]

you can change ISO while filming, just press the ISO button and turn it up or down

[@tobiasgvenus]

That’s not a great replacement for the wheel. Also takes up two buttons that can be used for other things.

[@NeilMcAliece]

I'd prefer the focus mode button to just flick through by pressing (I'd prefer the switch more though). At worst it'd be a couple of quick button presses to get to what you want. Pressing the mode button then other buttons to select is annoyingly clunky.

[@marleenvandam6931]

Never liked the XT series camera for their bad ergonomics! Enjoying my XH2s now for 2 months and really enjoy this camera!

[@tobiasgvenus]

Awesome glad you like it! Great to hold

[@enigmabletchley6936]

Interesting video. Not entirely too sure why someone who shoots your type of photography would use the X-H2S. I purchased mine exclusively for wildlife (I'll continue to use my X-T4 for everything else). The animal/bird eye detect and the PASM dial are (imho) a massive improvement for wildlife photography. I have already programmed all seven of my custom modes so at the turn of a dial I can adjust very quickly for different circumstances (e.g. fast to slow speed, normal or added EV, bird or animal eye detect). Just my two cents but if I were regularly shooting people, reportage, architecture, landscape etc, I'd recommend either sticking with the X-T4, or now (possibly) looking at the new X-H2 with its awesome sounding 40mpx sensor.

[@fotomaton7852]

XH2S uses a ground breaking stacked sensor that has many benefits outside of wildlife photography. For hybrid shooters and videographers especially (which he appears to be). The main advantages for these types of shooters is the advanced AF, dynamic range, low rolling shutter and things like the 6.2K Open Gate that allows multi aspect ratio deliveries. XT4/XH2 use a standard sensor and have none of those enhancements.

[@enigmabletchley6936]

@@fotomaton7852 Good points but I suspect the X-H2S is still overkill for most photographers. Don't get me wrong - it is a fantastic camera. I actually believe it is up there with the Z9 and R3. In fact, it is the camera Nikon or Canon should have produced to replace their D500 and 7DmkII line-up but for some reason neither company seems to wants to, e.g. the R7 which might come close has a ridiculously small buffer which immediately is a drawback for most action photography.

[@fotomaton7852]

@@enigmabletchley6936 Most people buying XH2S are pro hybrid shooters. Other companies aren't interested in making $2500 APS-C cameras anymore. R7 is an entry level priced camera, whereas XH2S is Fuji's flagship. Different product segment.

[@wanderingfool6312]

If I understood your issue right with the focus selector switch. The new feature you mentioned sounds like how I used my X-H1 with back button focus and the selector set to manual, for manual override whenever I needed it, and with the poor AF on the X-H1, it was a life saver at times.

[@MODESTYXO205]

Would you choose the Sony fx3 or the hs2s for documentary/vlog filmmaking great content

[@samanshp]

I have this camera but I didn't know that it can record over the usual 30 min limit. Good to know.

[@lnsphotographybgh]

I HAVE BOTH THE XT4 AND XHS ,AS PER YOUR OPINION YOU FIND SOME PROBLEM WITH THE ISO SETTING, PLS TRY ONCE MORE BY PRESSING THE ISO KEY AND TURN THE WHEEL IN BACKSIDE.

[@tobiasgvenus]

I want it without having to press the button. Like previous cameras.

[@carldaniel3155]

Latest firmware v3.03 have added ISO to rear wheel dial now. It's perfect now.

[@terryosborn]

Just got a loan xh2s from Fuji which, when you press the iso button you just use the rear wheel to scroll up or down to your ideal iso

[@nightowlnzab]

Yes but what a lot of people are asking is for Fuji to allow you to map ISO directly to one of the dials, so you don't have to press the ISO button first.

[@artgreen6915]

@@nightowlnzab there are replies to other comments here that people have mapped ISO directly to up/down on the D-pad

[@MrZombs123]

Having the dials means you have to take your eye off the viewfinder to change settings, and if you don't its kinda weird to have to move your fingers to rotate them anyway... having the button presses means you can do it more comfortably while the camera is still to your eye. Pretty much why ALL other cameras evolved to how they operate current day. I think the retro stuff is cool.. I've owned a number of Fuji bodies, but for work, i never really found my XT4 very efficient.

[@Abdi_Mohamed_]

2022 has been the year for the smaller sensors Fuji, Sony, Panasonic, OMD, Canon all for a VERY reasonable price!!!

[@savnac]

The shutter button on the X-T series is why I like the X-H series more. I always accidentally take photos on the X-T/X100 series because that button feels so loose and flimsy. the X-H is a more professional, substantial feeling button.

[@hansbarbarossa4613]

There is a problem with Fujifilm X-H2s, it manifests itself in photo stills AF-S mode (focusing on a point and offset from the center of the frame) paired with an xf16-55 f.2.8 lens. Focus often misses or shifts to another subject. This problem occurs not only for me, but also for my friends, in the same combination h2s + 16-55. I have been using a Fujifilm system for seven years now and this is the first time I see such a problem, especially on a flagship camera ... 2023 and the company makes such gross mistakes.

[@RunKingFilm]

Does it have the ability to turn REC on/off wirelessly? I mean cooperation with SmallRig MagicFIZ.

[@-grey]

The Focus Mode switch on the front is such good ergonomic UX Design that other manufacturers are stealing it rn. Naturally Fujifilm is abandoning it. 😒 I swear they are trying to break up with me.

[@nightowlnzab]

I actually hate the focus mode switch (X-T4), it's small, flat and fiddly. For this type of camera, to offer those flexible custom mode slots - they needed to convert all physical dials/switches into software-controlled functions, so their values/settings can be saved and recalled quickly. For those that like the traditional dials layout, the X-T5 is just around the corner.

[@-grey]

@@nightowlnzab it's super quick to snap into manual focus and back out to single AF when you're in the street. It's an AF lock that let's you fine tune the AF with the back button if you want to for focus recompose work on the fly.

[@HairSuitGentleman]

Your co-star is seriously upstaging you mate. So cute!

[@davidmcc6666]

Thanks for the review, mate. I've had four Fujis, but their autofocus just wasn't reliable enough for me. Glad the x-h2s has a much improved one.

[@textdriven]

The AF+MF isn't a new feature. It is on the XT2 maybe even before that.

[@tobiasgvenus]

Oops.

[@wanggang8401]

For stills yes but for video it’s new.

[@przemysawciupka8699]

Do you see a problem with camera movement at 25fps? For me, all the edges begin to tremble unbearably. I will add that the shutter is set to 50, it happens with and without stabilization on. What's the problem?

[@alfiolora3446]

How good is it at high iso ? How does it handle noise?

[@jpr-tech]

Cool vid! But the XT3 has external headphone jack. and the XT4 can monitor audio via an USBC - AUX adapter. So the battery grip is not required. Still I get your point! (Coming from an X-H1 user)

[@tobiasgvenus]

Oof yep forgot about the USBC to Aux adapter too. My mistake!

[@Ngojohnny_dp]

Great review, what did you have the AF settings on when shooting video footage on subjects?

[@gurugamer8632]

What’s the difference between XH2 and XH2s? Which one best?

[@runcmd1419]

The xh1 / 50s body style were their best body designs. C (camera control) modes for SS and ISO and press able dials.

[@AwesomeKicks]

You should do a comparison with A7 iv. Which would you prefer?

[@tobiasgvenus]

Haha I've been asking Sony to loan me one for a while. One day 🤞

[@MelvinGarcia]

I hate that you can’t map iso to the dials, that just baffles me.

[@mariusmocan8491]

I'm sure it'll be added in a firmware update...

[@tobiasgvenus]

Fingers crossed!

[@jprokell]

Once you press the ISO button, you use the scroll wheel on the back of the camera to scroll through ISO. Unfortunate that you can’t use the front wheel for it, but it’s not as bad as only having the buttons.

[@ET-xy4zc]

Some of the problems that you point out aren't really problems. By handling the X-H2s for my work, I understood the logic. In fact, like Canon's top-of-the-range cameras, the different programming modes (C1, C2, etc.) are precisely incompatible with the touch wheels, because going from a C1 mode where you would have programmed an AF-C to a C3 mode where we would have programmed an AF-S, the touch switch button would no longer have any meaning... the same for the ISO dials, etc. It's a different way of thinking about ergonomics, not by trial and error, but by anticipating and forging work habits.

[@tobiasgvenus]

Yeah I'm sure I'd get used to that with a bit more time and change my workflow but like it's jarring coming from other Fujifilm cameras. Plus that switch still does have meaning if you're shooting in manual or video where you can't change custom modes without stopping recording. That's a real problem.

[@DominicTioseco]

Yes, exactly, this is what most typical Fuji users don't understand going to the X-h2(s). If you don't understand the logic in the x-h2(s), go to the x-t5. DON'T RANT about the X-H2(s) - because you just display your lack of understanding about it.

[@patmcdonnell7784]

yeah only the x-t4 and X-T5's are missing the headphone jacks. Every X-T before had them, even some of the X-E series had headphone jacks.

[@JustinhoPaolo]

I’m thinking of getting this as an upgrade from the xt4. Is there a huge difference when it comes to video quality? Also did your xt4 overheat when you were recording for extended periods of time?

[@tobiasgvenus]

My XT4 has overheated a few times yeah. Mostly when at 4k on long running shoots. I don't think video quality is a huge step up but this has a lot of extra features for video and that open gate 6k mode so definitely a worthy upgrade.

[@paulatkins4968]

Great video, cheers. Confirmed I wasn’t missing something re the ISO button issue! Otherwise it’s amazing.

[@Vikingdescendent]

Great info! Your dog is wondering who you're speaking to...

[@tobiasgvenus]

lol yeah he's always a bit worried about that

[@davidchu7970]

Which lens are you using?

[@MarceloLangame]

This 8-16 2.8 lens is so beautiful.

[@tobiasgvenus]

Yeah I just wish it wasn’t almost $3000 dollars 🥲

[@allenschneider1847]

So if you were choosing a primary camera (mostly for photography and a little for video) would you prefer the XH2 or the XT4? (I'd consider the XPro 3 if it wasn't for the goofy screen).

[@enigmaticreverieproduction5169]

Xh2 for better handling for me. :) that grip omg

[@BrendanEvan]

If your subjects are stationary you don’t need the improved AF. Maybe the new 40mp XH2 would be the perfect sweet spot for you

[@tobiasgvenus]

I still prefer the XT4 but X-H2S could be a good choice if you photograph a lot of moving subjects. If price is an issue, it's definitely the XT4.

[@spinnetje]

the fuji x-t5 seems to be the best camera for you....

[@whatthefitt]

XT5 owner here. The XH2 has a much better and more comfortable grip because of its size. If you don’t mind the extra 200g and size.

[@nugunzer]

Map ISO to up/down d-buttons

[@tobiasgvenus]

Now I dont have up/down buttons

[@funkyboogiee]

ive had xt4 since it was brand new (first fuji) and i really need fast auto focus for action type stuff and ideally better low light performance. thinking XH2s. is it like sony / nikon fast for auto focus, or at least damn close??!!??!! ive heard good things

[@tobiasgvenus]

Yeah it was really fast.

[@anotherintrospekt6596]

Whatever you used to shoot this video is also good

[@leofreitas.video_]

you can forncer some sotck to know better the files?

[@TonyReidsma]

Thanks for your video and pointing out the ISO thing. That’s odd.

[@itacatv2146]

1 question: did they fix the aperture in video mode on the xh2s? In the older versions, when you change the aperture on declicked electronic lenses (example Viltrox 23mm f1.4) was changing in steps instead of being fluid.

[@droneforfun5384]

Thanks

[@quiztasiarocks]

I'm trying to decide between this, the new Sony FX30 or a Nikon Z6iii when it's out. Lot's of options. Love you can output the XH2S to Black magic Video assist for 6K BRAW. Sony need to catch up ha.

[@kris4637]

Best example of why not everyone, even the ones those are good artists, shouldn't be a reviewer.

[@kiIIingxspree]

I hate pasm soooo much. I feel like it gets rid of a real advantage of fuji, i.e the manual dials

[@tobiasgvenus]

Fingers crossed for XT5

[@travelwithelle5306]

That iso is a bummer

[@SebastienBarrau]

The XT3 has a mic and a headphone jack

[@tobiasgvenus]

Yep, my bad!

[@nicolaspancorvo9894]

Birds are animals in my eyes... Lion is an animal. Bird is an animal. Bird is a lion.

[@dustinbaker3420]

How can you say that you've used this camera "professionally" with handicapping yourself by using only SD cards?

[@tobiasgvenus]

What? I didn't need the C fast card to shoot professionally. The gear has nothing to do with if somethings deemed professional or not.

[@dustinbaker3420]

@@tobiasgvenus Notice I put professionally in quotes? I guess I feel as if you berated the camera when if you're not using the best card, which unlocks some of it's best features as you stated, doesn't sound very fair to base a "professional" review on something. It's like trying to play billiards with one hand tied behind your back. Maybe not that drastic, but still. ;)

[@donganhnguyen6160]

@@dustinbaker3420 Dude, leave him alone. He basically doesn't need CF card. For your point, anyone used CF card is professional? what a dumb comparison.

[@calokid]

Switch batteries and test again.

[@bhaskarpatel7233]

nice

[@todor_todorov]

no one complains about the flippy screen, meanwhile the xt4 was crucified for it

[@STGFilmmakers]

If these are disappointments we are truly spoiled now lmao. Pretty much like complaining about how oxygen is cool but you have to inhale and exhale it and I can't stand that part.

[@doghouseriley4732]

Seriously, a whole review about the fact that you miss your little dials. You have no idea hopw the rest of the camera community think that is so sad. The reason Fuji did not progress, the reason that they had to appoint a new CEO was because there were serious concerns that Fuji could go under. And that was primarily labelled at the aging customer base and very few people switching from other brands to Fuji. I mean why would you leave Sony (or anyone elsereally) to go to a system whose cameras look like your great-uncle's? The benefit of the PASM dial is the custom setting, all 7 of them. Turn your camera on and it is ready to go, adjust, change the custom setting. It can't get much easier. The X-H2S is actually an amazing camera and it's harshest critics are existing Fuji customers, how sad is that? Because this could be the camera that saves Fuji. The income from this camera could mean that the XT-5 can be built and once again you can salavate over your little antiquated dials. If this camera had been a Canon, all the 7D Mk2 and 90D users would have bought it immediately. Unfortunately for them, they got the R7, that in comparison is a pile of junk.

[@tobiasgvenus]

What do you shoot on?

[@annamalika9207]

your dog is sleepy

[@jovianr9498]

You are wrong, you can set the ISO to a dial, get your facts right.