FujifilmX-H2S Mirrorless Camera Body - Black

The Fujifilm X-H2S in my opinion is the perfect hybrid camera.Fujifilm has made really thoughtful decisions on the design of this camera. They have gone with a stacked sensor and the same resolution as the previous generation.The stacked sensor means a very fast sensor readout, making this a great camera for silent shooting, sports and video.Keeping the resolution at 26MP reduces the possibility of noise creeping up associated with fast sensor.So a fantastic compromise, that doesn’t bow down to marketing. We as photographers are better for that.This is an excellent camera for both photographers and videographers!A quick background:I am a Sony full frame photographer that has been using every version of the A7R series. I currently have the A7R IV.I did have the Fujifilm X-H1, but regretfully sold it a couple of months ago to focus on one system.I was on vacation in Europe when the Fujifilm X-H2S was announced, so I really did not get the time to follow the release. On getting back and curating some of the pictures from my vacation, I realized some of my favorite photographs were from the X-H1.This led me to take a second look at the X-H2S. This camera is exactly the balance that I was looking for and the bonus is the excellent Fujifilm “film” simulations.The picture look great straight out of the camera.The Eterna video profile also really reduces the need to process video on the computer. It just looks great.The high speed readout of the sensor makes silent shooting practical and videos looking great. This is not just a great sports and video camera, but a great all around camera.I think it is worth the asking price over competitors at the same level, even full frame ones.It’s been a week since I purchased and will update this review as I gain more experience with it.I am tempted to get another body in the near future. It’s that good.Highly recommended!Update 3/23/2025After all this time, I still feel this the most balanced hybrid camera made across all formats (full frame/35mm, APS-C, 4/3)This is among the few cameras that can record ProRes internally. Not even the A9II, A9II with full frame sensors at significantly higher price can do this.While I love my Sony system, I depend on the X-H2S as a hybrid for double duty as an exceptional video and photo machine.The build quality and weather protection is exceptional. The top LCd is great to get a Quick Look at my settings.The X-H2S hs aged beautifully and this model is still extremely powerful and balanced compared to the cameras released in the last couple of years. The CFexpressB slot is great for high capacity cards to do double duty for video and burst photo shooting. I use the second sd card slot for Heif/jpeg.If you want a future proof camera, this is the closet you can get.

Camera was new and came with all the accessories. The camera itself is amazing. The custom settings c1 to c7 allows for quick change in setup. The sensor read out is fast and image quality is very good. There are way too many settings and can be overwhelming. I have only got to know the photography setting for now. The video settings are even more.I did not see any autofocus issues. I do have the latest 7.2 firmware. Have been using it with the new 500mm f5.6 and the autofocus is snappy. The auto focus setting needs to be tuned to your photography and it will work well. Trying out different setup helps. Then just assign it to a custom setting C1 to C7.

As a passionate photographer, I recently upgraded to the Fuji X-H2S, which has elevated my photography experience. This mirrorless camera is a masterpiece, combining cutting-edge technology with the classic design elements that Fujifilm is renowned for.The camera's autofocus system is lightning-fast and accurate, whether I'm shooting stills or capturing 4K video.The weather-sealed body gives me the confidence to shoot in various conditions. The intuitive layout of buttons and dials ensures a seamless shooting experience, and the articulating touchscreen is a welcome addition for framing shots at challenging angles.The in-body image stabilization (IBIS) is a game-changer, providing steady shots even in challenging shooting conditions.While the battery life is generally good, carrying a spare is always wise, especially during extended shooting sessions. However, the USB-C charging option provides a convenient backup when power outlets are scarce.Its blend of exceptional image quality, advanced features, and a user-friendly interface make it a worthwhile investment for anyone serious about their photography.

I shoot mostly automotive and racetrack photography and this camera did not disappoint. It was fast enough to lock on cars with the new car tracking feature and made it out unscathed when i had to shoot in the pouring rain. Fujifilm out did themselves with this camera and i definitely see Fujifilms being more common in sports photography in coming years if they keep on this path. My only annoyance I had with this camera is flog 2. The lowest iso you can select is 1250. It made the darks in my videos grainy at times, although easily reversible with denoising tools.

As a long time Fujifilm user I love the ergonomics of this camera and performance except for one major issue they still need to improve, the autofocus problems. I wanted to finally give up on Fujifilm after the XH2 & XH2S and go with another brand but its still an excellent value of a camera, if they can only fix this horrible issue.