Fujifilm XT5 vs XH2s vs XH2 

Great video Roman. I always appreciate your no-nonsense approach to the advice you give.

Great video, as always. Thanks so much Roman! 🤝

Thanks for all the info, man! I'd be curious to hear more how you set the different custom modes on your X-H2/X-H2S, it was an interesting first glimpse you provided in this video!

Finally I’ve been waiting for this comparison

Camera gear doesn’t matter, the important thing is you’re recording your life When I look back at my photos of my siblings as kids, I cannot remember the camera I used

Thanks for awesome content videos and down to earth approach, you take out the hype of wanting something because it is new over what’s right for budget and purpose… my X-T3 is not a priority replacement and like the idea of going light with it…. Thanks for all the videos on the art of photography,really helps with inspiration to get out more. 👍🏻

I really like the clarity and technicality of your explanations in your video's, while also keeping it down-to-earth. You're truly helpful!

Great video , Roman! To echo others below, great comparison analysis, very clear & to the point. As I usually say, no icing on the cake. Keeper i video. Using a Xt-4 with occasionally XS20 which I used primarily in Europe last summer.

Agreed with the XT dials. They can be temperature sensitive. My xt4, the iso dial gets sticky in cold weather, but frees up in warm weather. My XH2..none of those issues.

Thanks a lot. As usual, very useful and clear

Thank you for the clear difference between the camera

It seems like the X-S20 and it's successors could become a sweet spot for amateurs who want a step up from a consumer level body but don't need/want a pro flagship. If they made it slightly larger, keep that grip, add a second SD slot and weather seal it the camera would be fantastic! As always, this was a nicely done, practical overview from a user perspective. Thanks and have a great week!

Very useful review! Good job!

Gran vídeo me ayudó mucho en decidir que cámara adquirir 👍🏻

Thanks, great vid!

Great video!! I bought X-T5 and enjoying it So far…

Great video.

Ta, very informative and cleared some miconceptions. I'll keep my XH1, the shutter button is sooo slick! And it does what I need

I love my X-H2S. Thank you Roman for this video. 😊Which lens do you use the most for video?

I think you give very good, honest and no bullshit information for Fujifilm. Love watching your videos and great photos too.

This is an awesome video - I’d coincidentally just bought an xt-3 and was feeling concerned about it and wondering if I should’ve gotten an xt-5 instead. Your perspective has helped me to be confident in keeping the xt-3 and a 35mm while I’m learning and starting out! Would you be willing to consider making a video of you revisiting one of your old cameras and doing some street photos with it? Like the xt-3 and a 23mm? I’d be curious about any more suggestions you have about using the xt-3

I have XH2S and with xf27mm it’s quite nice street setup;) still not to put in a pocket but quite lightweight. But now X100VI took over this street part so xh2s is for bigger lens, sports, zoom, my xf90 etc ;)

Great comprehensive comparison and review. Thank you for your hard work! Just a quick question: what prime were you using on the X-H2/X-H2s? I thought I saw Minolta/Nokton imprinted on it. My preferred focal length for the most part is 35 mm (equivalent).

Thanks! Got the XH2 because the battery grip option was removed on the XT5, even though 1-4 have it. Wanted it mostly for the vertical trigger. Wanted the higher resolution sensor. Also, the two XH cameras have a higher resolution EVF than the XT5. I do almost no video or fast action photography, so didn't need to spend $500 more to get less resolution on the XH2s, as the other features for me weren't worth it. But as you explain, each of these cameras is suitable for particular needs (that's whey Fuji makes different models), and I got the XH2 for only $150 more than the XT5 with a FREE Fuji battery grip on a Black Friday special, so I'm a happy camper!

Last week I was in Italy with X-H2S and XF18-55mmF2.8-4 for VLOG and Photo. With dial I can swap 4K 24fps, 4K 120fps and Picture mode between Custom Mode so fast that I won't miss any shot I wanted. First day it was rained like crazy, the camera was very wet. I'm really surprised that it can stand such weather like that. Like you said its grip is quite comfortable for shooting video even at the waist level. The battery life is wonderful, mostly I need only 1 battery for the whole day. Love the X-H2S so much!

Btw, 21:02 - on the photography side, you're completely right. I use my X-H2S on photography jobs - also weddings - interchangeably. As you say though, for video there is a clear difference. My X-T3 is not bad by any means, but the X-H2S clearly has more dynamic range and exposure latitude in F-log2, especially when put side-by-side. Still, most people wouldn't need it!

Great review! Fuji sent me the XH2s to test, I am going to admit, that camera is NEXT LEVEL, I loooooved it. It’s big but ergonomics are the best, feels strange to be back on X-T4 now. I’ll definitely upgrade when I get paid for this despite my love for the retro dials

Really great video. I'm coming back to photography after a handful of years, and all of my kit was old before I paused so am starting again. The X-T5 was initially what sparked my interest, but to give everything a fair chance I hired an A7iv with 24-70 GM a couple of weeks ago, had an X-H2 with 16-55 red label last weekend, and have the OM-1 ii with 12-40 arriving today. I agree with everything you say about these cameras. I really wanted to love the XT-5, but in the hand it just wasn't comfortable enough to hold for extended periods, and I figured I wouldn't really use the top dials all that much as it would just be configured to aperture priority for the vast majority of the time. What really sold me on the X-H2 was the left dial and being able to save so many configurations that could be recalled quickly. One minute I'll be shooting a beach scene, the next I need to try and grab a shot of my kids who are running about all over the place - a quick change between C positions on the dial allows for that pretty much instantaneously. Yes, I found the AF on the Sony to be stickier (and almost telepathic), but it's not terrible on the Fuji. Personally I had more fun shooting the Fuji, and prefer their colour science. Ideally I'd like one of each!

Just got my hands on an XT3 and was debating whether to upgrade to the XT5. After watching this video, I've decided to stick with my XT3. The image quality hasn't seen a significant jump, plus I'm eyeing some killer lenses like the 23mm and 55-200mm zoom. Thanks for the insights, they really helped me make my decision!

I was in Japan during the same time as you and I got caught out in the rain in shibuya and my XH2S worked like tank but my Sony a7r3 started acting up due to the moisture probably getting into the buttons or something. LCD screen started blanking out and certain buttons wasn’t responsive. Had to put Sony on the side for the day and let it rest but with my Fuji I was still able to get shots for the rest of the day.

Great video! I do think if you want a cheaper camera with video, get the X-S20.

Thx 4 honestly 😊

Roman…once again a very enjoyable video. I do not use the Fuji commercially so I settled on the XT5 but have been thinking the XHS would of been my best choice because I can appreciate the CF card and dual sensors but the size of the XT5 is a deal breaker for me.

nice one 🙂 I've owned the X-T2, 3, 4 and 5 (not all at the same time!), but switched from a T5 to an X-H2 last summer. Although it's slightly bigger and heavier I find it an easier camera to hand hold for birding, wildlife, etc. It's better balanced with the 100-400

Hi Roman, I like videos like these because if we could have a one on one communication in person, it feels like the conversation we’d have! I do a few things with my Fujis. I use my XH2S for events, travel, and wildlife. I do not do video. I agree that it’s the best of the best! I actually returned the XT5 for two reasons: I found it crazy making to try to adjust to the dials while shooting events. I like the DSLR style of the XH2S for what I do. Event shooting manual which is how I shoot, it allows me to act very quickly using the various custom setting dials but it’s also so incredibly fast that when I’m shooting events. 99% of the time every shot is in focus! I don’t mind paying for the CF express cards because like you said it’s like having a hard drive in your camera! For street, which is what I do for my own personal 100% of the time, practically, I prefer the X-T30II. I have small hands and I like interchangeable lenses so it’s perfect. I don’t need to process 40 megapixel images and the autofocus is actually lovely! However, I’m in a bit of a quandary in terms of a back up for my XH2S. As I mentioned, other Fuji bodies offer the dials on top which will create confusion during events. I need to act quickly and I need a back up camera which can also be used for the sideline portraits. I’m debating whether to pick up another XH2S or just the XT3. Thank you for this video!

Hey Man, thx for ur Video and my three Fujifilm is the X-H2s for Sport and Wildlife, X-S20 my Daily Driver and the X-pro 2 for my Voigtländer Lense and in Black and White. I think, the X-H2 still missing in my collection ;). Liebe Grüße Mark

Have you tried dental floss on the top dials? I had the same sticking problem and as stupid as it initially sounded, this sorted them out immediately.

I love my X-H2S over any of my X-T cameras.

I struggle with the XH2 body, its the most performant and best built body but it strips 50% of the reason most people shopt Fuji away, the experience. Its a shame Fuji decided to skimp on the XT5 to position the XH2 higher. Im all about the XT5, X Pro and X100 for the shooting experience but I might as well upgrade to a Sony rather than the XH2.

Which version of PD anchors you have on your X-T5?

I have the X-T5 and am thinking of getting the X-S20 for some mobile videography. The video specs look pretty similar to the X-H2S to me. Would you recommend this combo?

Tip ..use a teeth flosser string to clean under your dials ..keeps grip out ...

I find the X-T5 top dials actually more efficient to switch between certain shooting scenarios. If I suddenly want to switch from f1.4 + Auto S.S. to 1/30s Auto Aperture to capture some movement, I can just rotate the Aperture ring into A with the left hand and turning the S.S. dial to 1/30 with my right hand, which takes less than a second. Everything else such as Film Simulation, AF settings, Exposure Compensation etc. stays the same. The workflow with the PASM + C1-C7 dial doesn't work for me because it resets all the other parameters I've dialed in for the shooting scenario.

Hi Roman. How does the XH2s compare with the XT5 in terms of low light capabilities? I have the XT4 and in low light situations (indoors on a heavily overcast day) at ISO640 the noise is very noticeable. People with full frame cameras always tell me it's the fault of the APS-C sensor. But I love Fuji and am pretty bought in to the system, so I'd prefer not to switch if there's an alternative that handles noise better.

Hi Roman. Thanks for the video . Your channel made me understand photography and I have some amazing photos of my family and friends. I had an Xt5 with 33mm 1.4 in my last trip. I am shocked to see many of my photos are so soft and not in good focus though the green box was clearly on the face of people when I took the photos. Pics from my Sony a7c with a 50mm f2.5 looks awesome with at least 95% of them are in good focus. I do not want to edit each photos in RAW for that reason I used the Fuji. Something is wrong with my setup ?

It's funny I shot a wedding...and prefer the XT5...the light compensation was.much easier to adjust on the flow

I lean towards the XH2s but I've been XT line consistently and I'm afraid I won't want to pick up the camera if move over to the XH line.

I agree with your overall conclusions. I have the X-T5 and it's a great camera. I had an X-H1 and loved it, but a tad large for my hiking with my dog amateur use. Also, the earlier models were all great and available at a good price and will give great results. Some of my all time favourite photographs were taken with the X-T1 and my nephew takes brilliant photographs with his X-T2.

Hi Roman, I hope to hear more about what make you stay in Fujifilm rather than other brandings so far? Since those gears are similar to a full frame size, and you also edit the photos. So I think color and size are not real matters to you to choose Fujifilm. But a full frame can definitely make better image quality and more likely faster focusing and better filming. Even when speaking about price, if not going for premium zooms or fast primes, there are many choices to keep the budget down as close to Fujis. I am eager to hear from your professional perspective. Thanks a lot!

Love my Fuji cameras.. but the A7Cii sure is fun.. and the 33MP sensor is amazing. Just sayin’.

Is the XH2 still "fun"? or is it more about getting the shot rather than the shooting experience?

I mainly use it to take pictures, is xh2 or xh2s suitable for me?

X100VI is the only answer😂. I do have one on preorder I might see this year…. I still have my X-S20 which I really like. Weather sealing would have been nice

Great video Roman, thank you. I don’t care about camera size nearly as much as I care about having a reasonably comfortable grip especially when using bigger lenses. Do you ever use a flash? How does that feel on the xH2S with a bigger lens?

I think the absolute best “first camera” from Fuji is the X-E3 with an XC15-45mm. It’s small enough that they won’t feel self conscious using a big camera in public. It’s probably the lightest body+lens setup from Fuji so they won’t be put off by carrying something heavy. It’s literally pocketable. The lens has great stabilization and goes from wide for vlogging, to basically nifty-fifty focal length. It gets great battery life, and of course it has the same image and video quality as an X-T4 so the results will knock their socks off when they shoot their first keepers. Best of all, the price is less than a new iPad Air. I got my X-E3 open-box for $499 and my XC15-45 from MPB for like $112. I own the X-T2/3/4 and XH2S, but 90% of my non-work photos over the past 3 years have been shot with my X-E3 and either an XC zoom or Viltrox prime.

With 3 cameras, I would say money is not an issue, so sell the xt-5 and try a gfx for your slow walk around stuff.

I'm off out to pick up the 3 cameras, and then off to Antarctica to see what all the craic is about. Oh and did I mention that I'm off to Antartica. What are the odds on that? 😅

謝謝！

My opinion is the same👌📸🤗

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I have the XH2s , am I missing out from the XH2? I’m not doing any video anymore , I though I would but I’m just sticking to photos

Hi Roman. Do you know the H1? I bought a T5 since than. Now what ? Keep H1, buy another T5, an H2, an H2s? I am not professional but ambitious . I am convinced that I will go to a worldwide photo shooting trip this year. Scotland or Island or Normandie. Sell all of this and get a Sony or a Nikon. Costs don’t matter. WHAT WOULD YOU TAKE WITH YOU?

I will never remember all the customs setting on the H2. Prefer to see like it is on the xt5

I'm an enthusiast and my current set up is an X-T5 with an X-E4 as a lighter pocketable camera and back up. I shoot stills and very, very rarely video. Regarding Roman's comments about using the 5 with zoom lenses. I pair it with a Tamron 17-70 f2.8 and a Fuji 70-300. I can carry either all day attached to the camera. Once one gets into bigger lenses like the XF 100-400 or Tamron 150-500 etc then the calculation is a bit different. For my use cases the weight and compactness of the 5 and those lenses or others depending on the project is right up there in importance.

Does a Nikon Z6iii make me look more professional than the X-H1 with battery grip and the 50-140 does?

Last words of this video were the best. Stop chasing the latest and greatest. Ppl are so oriented on gear, will pixel peep and will tell themselves they need the expensive glass to get good at it. Less gear, more art.

Was thinking about which one to get and i chose xh2s over the xt5 because of the video features, although shooting photos with the xt5 is still more fun

A really nice video as always, I get it’s a job, but RU-vidrs change their gear more often than most people change socks - the greatest street photographers/documentarians of our age (McCullin, Cartier-Bresson, Franks, Winnograd, Murtha, Killip, Maier, Meyerowitz Leiter, etc etc …) created the most iconic, creative, beautiful, captivating and unique images with a camera body and prime … all more or less in manual mode … - Just get out there, shoot, enjoy, and be your creative selves 😉

Io usa la XH1 alcuni giorni fa mi è caduta , dimenticato la borsa aperta ,fatto un bel volo , pesavo si fosse disintegrata invece no è un vero carro armato .

I hate hate hate hate the ubiquitous side hinged pull out rear screen of the X-H’s. The tilt is so much better, inconspicuous, faster and unobtrusive both for photography AND filmmaking.

I want the Nikon ZF which one you’d replace ? I have X-T3 , XH2

Oh I'm vacillating so much. Okay I'm selling my house so funds or not as much of an issue. I was a photographer I've used my phone and smaller digital cameras over the years. Power shots and such. But I want to get back into photography for real. Primarily for myself but I also want to build a portfolio for friends who are interested in hiring me because they know me and trust my shall I put it my aesthetic in my eye.

#TeamXH2

Feel like getting an R6 now

i have been tossing around the idea of jumping to Fuji from Canon for the past year. I like the idea of a X-T5, but not a big fan of the dials. I have bene thinking of getting the X-H2, but going from my Canon to another camera that is just like my Canon is not really that appealing either. Is there a camera that gives you a X-T5 body without the dials? Would like to have a small body and get some of the small primes and maybe just a bigger zoom lens.

Please I have no more money 🤣

The Sony cameras have the worst ergonomics. My hands would get cramps whenever I tried these cameras. The X-H2 and X-H2s have excellent ergonomics and these cameras are not that bulky. My Nikon Z9 is bulky!

What I got from this video, from all the fuji bodies you own, and naming one your just for fun camera, all this money could have gone to one full frame hybrid body and good glass lol

Haha 'is that a GFX'

nice content but watching you in bw is not the nicest thing to see 😅 but I guess you did it on purpose bcs of environment’s colors etc. (I hope)