Yep, absolutely a good camera. It was my main camera as a photojournalist for local media, being used to cover sports, events, portraits, landscapes, fires, accidents, anything you could throw at it. I often paired it with the Fujifilm 18-135mm lens that is possibly the most overlooked in their line up. When I retired as a paid photographer, I picked up another one and I now use it with vintage film camera lenses, as the IBIS helps those older lenses. The 'older' sensor gives wonderful images still.
little additions : it shoots 14fps electronically as its maximum burst rate, with or without the grip, but te mechanical burst rate can be bumped up from 8fps to 11fps if you add the vertical booster grip also, if you set the autofocus properly (take the time to go through the custom AF-C settings, it's worth it) the X-H1 (also the X-T2 which is basically the same thing but without IBIS) have plenty of tracking ability and are 100% usable for sports and wildlife provided you get the right lens that has AF that can keep up with the subjects. The AF itself is very fast and snappy as long as you don't rely on subject detection too. I do not agree with your conclusions though : the sensor is an older FSI sensor compared to the newer BSI stuff we find in the X-T3/4 and alikes. But, if 26MP is enough for you, chances are that 24MP is enough as well. And when it comes to the low light / high ISO noise performance, the X-Trans III is trading blows with the later X-Tans IV and V, even being a little cleaner above 6400 ISO (not by a lot, but it proves that the performance is about the same). On the autofocus, I have the same opinion. It does not have the latest bells and whistles like face/eye/anuman detection features, it does not have phase detection points across the sensor, and has no modern tracking feature (only a wide/tracking mode that is a little bit more crude than the more modern version in the later cameras, but still works fine). IN the end that's just a matter of knowing where the limits of your cameras are, and not expecting things that the camera won't be able to do. On many accounts, the X-H1 and X-T2 work a lot like the older DSLRs, having extremely good autofocus performance if you use the old school zone focusing and if you set up things properly. It relies on your own performance more than modern cameras that will do the work for you with subject detection, but it's not reason enough to discrad it if you know what you're doing (in my opinion). The absolute biggest weakness of the X-H1 wasn't mentioned in the video : the battery life. It's SHOORT, like really short. I've been using an X-T2 for over a year before I got my hands on an X-H1, and the battery life was meh but I could manage. The X-H1 takes the same hardware (sensor / processor), adds features on top for the processor to handle (face detection in 4K, 200Mbps bitrate) and if that wasn't enough adds a top display and a sensor stabilization unit (wrking with springs no less, consuming more power). So it was meh on the X-T2, it's straight up bad in the X-H1, like the difference in battery life is quite noticeable during events shoots. As long as you carry lots of spares you're golden but if the X-H1 had ONE big weakness it'd be this, and the fact that you need the booster grip to really have ll the performance of the camera and the 30min record time limit, making it a pretty necessary purchase from the get go (X-T2 is in the same boat on this one) I share your overall conclusion about the X-H1 though : it's a great camera, with a very good sensor, decent autofocus and stabilization, good video specs (as long as you don't need 10bit) and looking at the price, it's pretty unbeatable on a price/performance basis
Agree, the battery life is terrible. But other than the battery life, there's not much to complain about. I also think that the ergonomics are great, I really like the grip. Feels great in hand and my pinkie doesn't just hang off all willy nilly. EVF is nice but it does seem pretty laggy in weird situations. I switched the eyecup to the flat one off the XT's. The other one kept snagging and tearing. One of the things I love most about the camera is the sound of the shutter. Sounds similar to the Minolta XD-11 I had for a bit. Really lovely quiet shutter.
The viewfinder is one of the best for shooting manual lenses, even today. You can split the screen in two: one for a magnified view and achieve critical focus and the other for your composition. And, the image is stabilized. There are to this day very few if any camera manufacturers who combine these three options in one setup. Well, to my knowledge at least. Cheers for the review.
I actually didn’t know that!🤯 I’m trying it out next time I go out!🙌🏾 Man, I love the XH1, and every year I just find something that makes me fall in love with all over again.
In a moment of weakness-maybe after seeing your video-I bought the XH1 from KEH at $733 and fell in love with it. Yes, it’s big and heavy but also built for a hard life. I paid $1650 for my XT5 so I did not "need" the XH1. strangely, I’ve thought about selling the XT5 and keeping the XH1, because it is just a fantastic camera and I never quite fell in love with the XT5 the way I did with the XH1. So, if you don’t need the latest gear, this camera still ticks all the boxes.
Since I no longer have the extra dough to get something jazzier, I feel lucky to have this camera. The quick and dirty stuff is always perfect when I put my 16-50 3.5 on it. (I have the 16mm 14., the 90mm 2.0, the 23mm 2.0, and about 15 vintage lenses) I always get sharp pics with no blur from shooting at 1/60 or 1/30th using the 16-50 3.5. It's center sharp ness is perfect. Having a combo IBIS and OIS in the camera and lens gives me a lot of confidence. The quiet shutter and light touch is something you simply get used to if it's your only camera. Funny, I never use the touch screen, but some users out there have shown me reasons to use it for better Auto focus. I bought the camera with battery grip for 700 in person. One thing has gone wrong.. one of the card slots doesn't hold onto the card anymore. Never snaps in. Different cards, same problem. That's pretty spooky, as all it takes is one more slot, and well, I don't have the dough to repair it. I also have an X-M1, but you can forget how to use it after a couple years with another body. And it's not a good video camera..maybe fine if you go manual focus. In any case, go get one of the Minolta 50, 55, 58 mm 1.4 lenses.. even the 1.7. (that's the best lens deal on ebay) They'll hook you fast. I like to set my white balance to auto, then move past the white balance to the dot screen, and move my dot four points to the right and four points down. This warms up all my shots, and I keep it there 100 percent of the time. Try it.I still have things to learn about the X-H1. Too bad i walk with a cane, and a back pillow for lousy cafe chairs in a tote bag. It really has cut down my desire to take the camera out.
I'm looking up for info on this camera, as a guy wants to sell me his. GREAT exposure, bro!! Very matter of fact with meat & potatoes facts! Keep on sharing!!
I agree, it’s not only packed with great features that are still relevant in 2023 but it’s also built like a tank and whenever I’m shooting in bad weather or even hiking with it around my neck, I’m never too worried.
It is a tank, but the 100-400mm will take it out in a fall. That lens literally crushed my X-H1, squishing the front of the body and cracking the mount. Should be getting it back from Fuji soon after almost 600 CAD in repairs. Ouch...
I'm glad to see this camera getting some love! This has been my workhorse for 4-5 years and I push it to do everything and it's still running. Looking to make my life easier with better IBIS an atuofocus so will probably upgrade soon, but don't like the new dials on XH2 so I'll probably see what cannon has to offer. Plus I am having a tethering issue with the godox flash and fuji, so it may be retired soon... keeping my xpro2 and 35mm though.
The XH1 is just sooooo good and is built like a tank. You have such a wicked cool setup with the Xpro 2 and the 35mm, I really jealous 😅 There’s seems to be a bigger issue that Fuji is not addressing, I experienced a tethering issue with my XT3 and then later had issues with my flash trigger working properly with both my XT4 and XH1. Fuji needs to address the issue because it’s a pain point for a lot of Off camera flash work. I’m looking to the XH2s for video, I’m hoping it doesn’t disappoint me.
Prior to purchasing my first Fuji camera the XS 10, 9 months ago I only shot with a small Panasonic TZ95 that produces superb images and has a 23 to 720 Leica lens but only a minute EVF and a small sensor. I liked the look of the XS10 and it's specs and that it was a Fuji. After a few months of use i saw some TH-cam videos on this camera, the XH 1, and decided to buy it (very reasonably second hand) for the following reasons, weather sealed, prefer the back screen, better grip, two sd cards (I shoot jpegs on one and RAW on the other), a much better EVF and also it too has ibis but the main reason I prefer it is, it has dials which the XS10 doesn't have. Since purchase I also realise that on the whole I prefer to shoot with the XH1 because of the feel and the EVF but particularly the latter. If I just want to carry a light camera the I'll probably put the Fuji XF23 f2 on the XS10 but normally I'll carry both cameras (well, I'll carry one and my wife the other one if I'm changing cameras often), and have the Fuji XF 18-55 (kit) on one and the XC50-230 (bought new recently for less than £250) on the other because I really don't like changing lenses when I'm outside. So, this is a camera I really enjoy using and other than if I want to carry light then if I decide to only carry one camera it will always be the XH 1, it's a camera I love to use. Obviously I can't compare it to any other Fuji camera as these are the only two I have ever used. One does need to carry spare batteries, both cameras are battery heavy.
I use the XH-1 in 2024 with a nikon 200-500 5,6 and Fringer Adapter for wildlife and it love it! Furthermore, I own some good fuji glass as well as some nice vintage lenses - with them, IBIS helps a lot. Without the grip, the battery life is unacceptable in my opinion. Other than that, if you can tolerate that AF and tracking lack precision and tempo to nowadays standards and that the cam lacks 60fps@4k, in terms of quality-price-ration you imho still get a fantastic bang for the buck. It's well built and get's the job done.
I had an X-H1, nice camera but it's a big heavy chunk. The Fuji X-T20 has the same exact sensor and its way smaller and half the price. Best choice I ever made.
I purchased mine used at a good price. Yes, it is kind of an outlier when one considers how quickly it was replaced with Fujifilm cameras with higher specification and performance. I pretty much only shoot stills as an amateur photographer. So the higher specifications of newer Fujifilm cameras mean a little less to me. It is great for using with primes, and especially larger zoom lenses IMHO. The XH-1, selling used, would probably make a great introduction to the Fujifilm lineup even today!
Yeah the XH-1 might be a little outdated compared to newer sensors but very much capable, even for video it still manages to surprise me. The handling is great, decent dynamic range and decent IBIS. I also use it for stills mostly and compared to my XT3, it is completely out classed 😅. It still is my second favourite camera because just shooting with it feels amazing. It may be an old flagship but it still feels like a flagship even today because of how well it was built and how relevant the features still are.
@@lostcreators That is why I continue to "baby" it to some extent. A leather half-case from Esty seller arrived today. Too bad the accessories haven't dropped in price commensurate the camera's price. ;) The black leather case with red stitching was made on demand.
Good move! But for me I've got a 100-400mm lens and the XH-1 makes shoot with larger, heavier lenses easier. Though I have to admit I've used the 100-400 with my XPro3. Then I just hold the lens and the camera becomes the appendage ;)@@perigee1275
I 100% agree…I have had two chances to upgrade this year and just ended up swapping lenses but I’m still really really happy with them, both optical quality and the user experience.
I own an xt2 and I want to snag another Fuji but w/IBIS My video needs are modest Thank You for this thoughtful video! It is definitely helping me lean toward a used XH1 👍 Be Well! (You won a new subscriber 🤗)
😁🙌🏾Thank you so much for the kind words and a big thank you for subbing to the channel and joining the community!🫡 I hope to bring more valuable content in the coming weeks and months
I bought mine new, durning the fire sale with the grip, batteries and a SD card, all for just $ 999. And I guess I'll never get rid of it. In fact, I'm contemplating to buy another one, if I find it for cheap in the reasonably good condition. Build like a tank, despite being the quietest digital camera I own...
@@stillsbyjann Interesting. Maybe it comes down to each individual unit, but I've never had any problems in regards to that camera's IBIS noise, nor on the classical music concert, nor in the church, or anywhere. I'd even go so far to say that just cracking some old film cameras produces more noise...
Ok… the long and the short… #1 Made in Japan. Build quality is top of the line, not to be matched ever, from any mfg. The Fujifilm XH1 will always be “the flag ship camera”. If you want to look forward.., first you must look back. If you don’t own one…. Find one and buy it. It will do more for you then you can do with more for less. Plus it will be a camera for the decades. What you get is more than you will find in any “newer” camera. It is truly is a Rolex in a world of Timex’s.
Bought a XH1 in February/24 for a good Brice. It is an OK camera. I do street photography and this body isn’t the one I choose to carry all day. It is too big and heavy. I prefer the XT30 or XS10. I like the IBIS. The shutter is very sensitive and requires practice using it with the 1/2 press to focus. Haven’t done any video with the XH1 but it is probably OK. The focus for photography is OK. Most of the time it locks on accurately quickly. I love the three way screen. It tilts up & down. Turn the body to portrait and the screen pulls out in the portrait mode. Very nice. This body hasn’t experienced the price inflation many Fuji have. It is a solid camera and worth looking at. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
I'd say the XH1 if you want a battery grip, dual SD slots and just an overall better handling. The XS10 has better IBIS but the weight of the XH1 make the IBIS more effective. I use the XT3 and it has the same sensor as the XS10 and that's a really beautiful sensor. amazing image quality, great AF and the XS10 can shoot 240fps in HD. Basically if video matters more, then definitely the XS10. I am able to get by shoot video in manual mode with the XH1, not ideal for 'run & gun' shooting. I definitely would not recommend the XH1 over the XS10 for video. If you can get the Fuji Kit lens or a lens like the Tamron 17-70mm f2.8, then the XT3 might also be a good option.
Hello friend, apologies for the slow reply. It varies because we are from different parts of the world. I don’t know which stores are available to you but you really can’t go wrong. Just be mindful that buying it from somebody shooting portraits vs someone who used it for outdoors and wildlife will inform the condition of the camera. But I still wouldn’t stress too much. It’s a really tough camera and as long as you can get it at a good deal, +\- $600, then go for it.
Thank you for your video. I think the phrase: 'its old so it doesnt impress anymore' is plain wrong. I have a Nikon D700 which is way older then the X-H1 which produces beautifull tonality, sharpness and depth (micro contrast). I love my fujis (xt1, xpro1 and x100) but the D700 does render better imho. But the fuji's are better in auto WB (only the x100, xtran I en xtrans II sensor though, xtrans III and onwards do auto white balance wrong. I often got cold skin tones on those cameras).
I agree 200% especially for stills, cameras from 15 years ago still render beautiful images, incredible sharpness and pleasing colours. I think over time the biggest improvements are more video, processing speed and AF which does wonders for Bird photography and fast moving subjects but even so, cameras that are one or two generation old do really well. The best investment is proper lenses rather camera bodies. I’ve been using older cameras such as the XT2, XH1 and even to this day, the XT3 is my main and I’ve never felt like I was compromising on image quality. Oh and the D700 is just 🔥👌
D700? did you tried d800 or d810? did you tried a sony a7r3? I used d700 back in 2008 and it was a good camera, but when I Look at Skintones, Shadows, Sharpness in Trees or ISO at LowLight its just unuseable in 2024 - of course you can take great Pictures even with a Olympus Pen No doubt, but it depends on what you like or did not try till today 😂 try the Sony A7R3 in the same Location with a 35mm or 85mm at Night and then tell me if you still like the d700 - the ISO on that Thing at 3200 was already Hell and nowadays 3200 is like nothing - On my Fuji X100V I start to see ISO Noise at 10k 😂 damn good times rn to be a "photographer"
@@stillsbyjann thx for your reply. No i have not used those camera’s. They are probably great. That does not negate that the skin tones of the d700 are still awesome. Thats why the d700 is still sought after.. sure high iso is not as good as new camera’s. Plus i dont need higher then 6.400. If i do i use my S1. Ps: the x100v gets noisy earlier then 10k. At 3.200 it already gets pretty noisy: i have used the xt3 with several lenses, which has the same sensor and cfa. The xt3 didnt do so well in low light either
@@Someone_Else1 I meant bad Noise on the Fuji, Noise which destroys Colour and Contrast - if you use the Fuji, you can still use Pictures at 10k - the Pictures have a nice Grain - on the Nikon D700 I remember that Pictures over 3200 were unuseable because the ISO Noise was already very digital and changed the Picture overall, didn't meant that the Fuji is better at low light sry
For some reason you don't talk about the X-S10 lol. Thanks for the reviews and for your videos that keep reminding me to stop slacking with my TH-cam channel.
🤣 I’ll get to the XS10 but that’s an amazing camera without a doubt, it’s still at the top in 2023. Problem is that it misses “pro” features like dual SD cards and the ability to use a battery grip for longer recording but it’s 1000% bang for buck!
I hear you but remember In studio, there’s little margin of error. You can pause a shoot, charge batteries, fix or replace a buggy sd card and even offload images from your memory card and use again completely clean. When you shoot events, dual SD card, more battery life to avoid video cutting in the middle of an important speech and no time to sort out a buggy memory card, these features become an absolute must because ultimately, the aim of the professional photographer is to be prepared for anything on a wedding day, conference, award ceremony.
@@MrAlroyNdhlovu I normally buy my SD cards from Amazon, the normal Fujifilm ones weren't available and the one that I bought turned out to be a micro SD card in a holder. I took it on a holiday to Sri Lanka, it began to malfunction towards the end of the holiday and was lucky to get the photographs off the card when I arrived home. I was a more careful buying cards after that episode.
@@lostcreators I have shot so many events. That was my main genre at some point. In all that time I have never had a card issue or battery issue. At times I would shoot with only two batteries and alternate, shoot with two cameras too. But I have never had an SD card issue. I'd shoot and after a full card or session, I would save it into my laptop. Having dual slots is ideal, sure, but if let's say the error is on the camera level, then having two SD cards won't help much. When shooting for events you of cause want to be as safe as possible, but you're also just hoping nothing goes wrong. I am fortunate that after tonnes of events like weddings, birthdays etc, nothing has happened.
Definitely XH1 without hesitation. The xs10 really feels like a mini XT4 with better AF, X Processor 4, and even 240 fps in 1080 but the XH1 just feels more robust and built for work, especially for stills. You got good IBIS in there and dual card slots. You also have really nice weather sealing on the XH1. Video wise, it’s still capable to get really beautiful and clean 4k and can be pushed in low light but maybe not over ISO 2600. I still use my XH1 for paid work and nsure the AF is not perfect and even a little older but it just works, and I’m loving the images and my clients are loving the images! Definitely XH1
Hey Steven, thank you so much!🙏🏾 I shoot my video on the Fujifilm XT3 and when I’m using the XT3 as part of a review, I shoot with the XH1. Mostly use the two with the Tamron 16-70mm F2.8. The XH1 AF is not great so when I use the XH1 for my TH-cam videos, I usually shoot in manual mode.
Yep, absolutely a good camera. It was my main camera as a photojournalist for local media, being used to cover sports, events, portraits, landscapes, fires, accidents, anything you could throw at it. I often paired it with the Fujifilm 18-135mm lens that is possibly the most overlooked in their line up. When I retired as a paid photographer, I picked up another one and I now use it with vintage film camera lenses, as the IBIS helps those older lenses. The 'older' sensor gives wonderful images still.
little additions :
it shoots 14fps electronically as its maximum burst rate, with or without the grip, but te mechanical burst rate can be bumped up from 8fps to 11fps if you add the vertical booster grip
also, if you set the autofocus properly (take the time to go through the custom AF-C settings, it's worth it) the X-H1 (also the X-T2 which is basically the same thing but without IBIS) have plenty of tracking ability and are 100% usable for sports and wildlife provided you get the right lens that has AF that can keep up with the subjects. The AF itself is very fast and snappy as long as you don't rely on subject detection too.
I do not agree with your conclusions though : the sensor is an older FSI sensor compared to the newer BSI stuff we find in the X-T3/4 and alikes. But, if 26MP is enough for you, chances are that 24MP is enough as well. And when it comes to the low light / high ISO noise performance, the X-Trans III is trading blows with the later X-Tans IV and V, even being a little cleaner above 6400 ISO (not by a lot, but it proves that the performance is about the same).
On the autofocus, I have the same opinion. It does not have the latest bells and whistles like face/eye/anuman detection features, it does not have phase detection points across the sensor, and has no modern tracking feature (only a wide/tracking mode that is a little bit more crude than the more modern version in the later cameras, but still works fine). IN the end that's just a matter of knowing where the limits of your cameras are, and not expecting things that the camera won't be able to do. On many accounts, the X-H1 and X-T2 work a lot like the older DSLRs, having extremely good autofocus performance if you use the old school zone focusing and if you set up things properly. It relies on your own performance more than modern cameras that will do the work for you with subject detection, but it's not reason enough to discrad it if you know what you're doing (in my opinion).
The absolute biggest weakness of the X-H1 wasn't mentioned in the video : the battery life. It's SHOORT, like really short. I've been using an X-T2 for over a year before I got my hands on an X-H1, and the battery life was meh but I could manage. The X-H1 takes the same hardware (sensor / processor), adds features on top for the processor to handle (face detection in 4K, 200Mbps bitrate) and if that wasn't enough adds a top display and a sensor stabilization unit (wrking with springs no less, consuming more power). So it was meh on the X-T2, it's straight up bad in the X-H1, like the difference in battery life is quite noticeable during events shoots. As long as you carry lots of spares you're golden but if the X-H1 had ONE big weakness it'd be this, and the fact that you need the booster grip to really have ll the performance of the camera and the 30min record time limit, making it a pretty necessary purchase from the get go (X-T2 is in the same boat on this one)
I share your overall conclusion about the X-H1 though : it's a great camera, with a very good sensor, decent autofocus and stabilization, good video specs (as long as you don't need 10bit) and looking at the price, it's pretty unbeatable on a price/performance basis
Thank you for adding value to the video. I pinned your comment.
Agree, the battery life is terrible. But other than the battery life, there's not much to complain about. I also think that the ergonomics are great, I really like the grip. Feels great in hand and my pinkie doesn't just hang off all willy nilly. EVF is nice but it does seem pretty laggy in weird situations. I switched the eyecup to the flat one off the XT's. The other one kept snagging and tearing. One of the things I love most about the camera is the sound of the shutter. Sounds similar to the Minolta XD-11 I had for a bit. Really lovely quiet shutter.
The viewfinder is one of the best for shooting manual lenses, even today. You can split the screen in two: one for a magnified view and achieve critical focus and the other for your composition. And, the image is stabilized. There are to this day very few if any camera manufacturers who combine these three options in one setup. Well, to my knowledge at least. Cheers for the review.
I actually didn’t know that!🤯 I’m trying it out next time I go out!🙌🏾
Man, I love the XH1, and every year I just find something that makes me fall in love with all over again.
Yes, having stab on will eat up the battery, but that's why I have four of them.
In a moment of weakness-maybe after seeing your video-I bought the XH1 from KEH at $733 and fell in love with it. Yes, it’s big and heavy but also built for a hard life. I paid $1650 for my XT5 so I did not "need" the XH1. strangely, I’ve thought about selling the XT5 and keeping the XH1, because it is just a fantastic camera and I never quite fell in love with the XT5 the way I did with the XH1. So, if you don’t need the latest gear, this camera still ticks all the boxes.
Since I no longer have the extra dough to get something jazzier, I feel lucky to have this camera. The quick and dirty stuff is always perfect when I put my 16-50 3.5 on it. (I have the 16mm 14., the 90mm 2.0, the 23mm 2.0, and about 15 vintage lenses) I always get sharp pics with no blur from shooting at 1/60 or 1/30th using the 16-50 3.5. It's center sharp ness is perfect. Having a combo IBIS and OIS in the camera and lens gives me a lot of confidence. The quiet shutter and light touch is something you simply get used to if it's your only camera. Funny, I never use the touch screen, but some users out there have shown me reasons to use it for better Auto focus. I bought the camera with battery grip for 700 in person. One thing has gone wrong.. one of the card slots doesn't hold onto the card anymore. Never snaps in. Different cards, same problem. That's pretty spooky, as all it takes is one more slot, and well, I don't have the dough to repair it. I also have an X-M1, but you can forget how to use it after a couple years with another body. And it's not a good video camera..maybe fine if you go manual focus. In any case, go get one of the Minolta 50, 55, 58 mm 1.4 lenses.. even the 1.7. (that's the best lens deal on ebay) They'll hook you fast. I like to set my white balance to auto, then move past the white balance to the dot screen, and move my dot four points to the right and four points down. This warms up all my shots, and I keep it there 100 percent of the time. Try it.I still have things to learn about the X-H1. Too bad i walk with a cane, and a back pillow for lousy cafe chairs in a tote bag. It really has cut down my desire to take the camera out.
Watched 3 Xh1 videos of yours. I just subscribed.
I appreciate the love! 🙌🏾 I’m truly a fan of this camera and still trust it just as much in 2024
i sold mine 2 years ago which I regretted that so now Im buying a gently used second hand one.
I'm looking up for info on this camera, as a guy wants to sell me his.
GREAT exposure, bro!!
Very matter of fact with meat & potatoes facts!
Keep on sharing!!
I always say X-H1 the best camera Fujifilm ever made. Camera is built to last forever and will last forever.
I agree, it’s not only packed with great features that are still relevant in 2023 but it’s also built like a tank and whenever I’m shooting in bad weather or even hiking with it around my neck, I’m never too worried.
It is a tank, but the 100-400mm will take it out in a fall. That lens literally crushed my X-H1, squishing the front of the body and cracking the mount. Should be getting it back from Fuji soon after almost 600 CAD in repairs. Ouch...
I'm glad to see this camera getting some love! This has been my workhorse for 4-5 years and I push it to do everything and it's still running. Looking to make my life easier with better IBIS an atuofocus so will probably upgrade soon, but don't like the new dials on XH2 so I'll probably see what cannon has to offer. Plus I am having a tethering issue with the godox flash and fuji, so it may be retired soon... keeping my xpro2 and 35mm though.
The XH1 is just sooooo good and is built like a tank. You have such a wicked cool setup with the Xpro 2 and the 35mm, I really jealous 😅
There’s seems to be a bigger issue that Fuji is not addressing, I experienced a tethering issue with my XT3 and then later had issues with my flash trigger working properly with both my XT4 and XH1. Fuji needs to address the issue because it’s a pain point for a lot of Off camera flash work.
I’m looking to the XH2s for video, I’m hoping it doesn’t disappoint me.
Prior to purchasing my first Fuji camera the XS 10, 9 months ago I only shot with a small Panasonic TZ95 that produces superb images and has a 23 to 720 Leica lens but only a minute EVF and a small sensor. I liked the look of the XS10 and it's specs and that it was a Fuji. After a few months of use i saw some TH-cam videos on this camera, the XH 1, and decided to buy it (very reasonably second hand) for the following reasons, weather sealed, prefer the back screen, better grip, two sd cards (I shoot jpegs on one and RAW on the other), a much better EVF and also it too has ibis but the main reason I prefer it is, it has dials which the XS10 doesn't have. Since purchase I also realise that on the whole I prefer to shoot with the XH1 because of the feel and the EVF but particularly the latter. If I just want to carry a light camera the I'll probably put the Fuji XF23 f2 on the XS10 but normally I'll carry both cameras (well, I'll carry one and my wife the other one if I'm changing cameras often), and have the Fuji XF 18-55 (kit) on one and the XC50-230 (bought new recently for less than £250) on the other because I really don't like changing lenses when I'm outside. So, this is a camera I really enjoy using and other than if I want to carry light then if I decide to only carry one camera it will always be the XH 1, it's a camera I love to use. Obviously I can't compare it to any other Fuji camera as these are the only two I have ever used. One does need to carry spare batteries, both cameras are battery heavy.
I use the XH-1 in 2024 with a nikon 200-500 5,6 and Fringer Adapter for wildlife and it love it! Furthermore, I own some good fuji glass as well as some nice vintage lenses - with them, IBIS helps a lot. Without the grip, the battery life is unacceptable in my opinion. Other than that, if you can tolerate that AF and tracking lack precision and tempo to nowadays standards and that the cam lacks 60fps@4k, in terms of quality-price-ration you imho still get a fantastic bang for the buck. It's well built and get's the job done.
I had an X-H1, nice camera but it's a big heavy chunk.
The Fuji X-T20 has the same exact sensor and its way smaller and half the price.
Best choice I ever made.
I purchased mine used at a good price. Yes, it is kind of an outlier when one considers how quickly it was replaced with Fujifilm cameras with higher specification and performance. I pretty much only shoot stills as an amateur photographer. So the higher specifications of newer Fujifilm cameras mean a little less to me. It is great for using with primes, and especially larger zoom lenses IMHO. The XH-1, selling used, would probably make a great introduction to the Fujifilm lineup even today!
Yeah the XH-1 might be a little outdated compared to newer sensors but very much capable, even for video it still manages to surprise me. The handling is great, decent dynamic range and decent IBIS. I also use it for stills mostly and compared to my XT3, it is completely out classed 😅. It still is my second favourite camera because just shooting with it feels amazing. It may be an old flagship but it still feels like a flagship even today because of how well it was built and how relevant the features still are.
@@lostcreators That is why I continue to "baby" it to some extent. A leather half-case from Esty seller arrived today. Too bad the accessories haven't dropped in price commensurate the camera's price. ;) The black leather case with red stitching was made on demand.
I'm photos only and I traded the big heavy X-H1 for an X-T20.
It's the exact same sensor and image quality. Perfect.
Good move! But for me I've got a 100-400mm lens and the XH-1 makes shoot with larger, heavier lenses easier. Though I have to admit I've used the 100-400 with my XPro3. Then I just hold the lens and the camera becomes the appendage ;)@@perigee1275
Xh1 and the XT3 are still phenomenal semi-cine cameras
I 100% agree…I have had two chances to upgrade this year and just ended up swapping lenses but I’m still really really happy with them, both optical quality and the user experience.
I bought the ,X-T30 II, and after a few months, I got the ,X-H 1. The 30 II, Is now my backup and , H-1 my main.
The XH-1 is such a workhorse! It’s getting a little slow for me for video but for stills it’s still my go-to for everything! 🙌🏾
I own an xt2 and I want to snag another Fuji but w/IBIS
My video needs are modest
Thank You for this thoughtful video! It is definitely helping me lean toward a used XH1 👍
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Correction: The Fujifilm XH1 shoots up to 4k 30p (not 60p)
Bonsoir,j'ai un XH 1 dont je suis très heureux et je vais en acheter un deuxième.
I bought mine new, durning the fire sale with the grip, batteries and a SD card, all for just $ 999. And I guess I'll never get rid of it. In fact, I'm contemplating to buy another one, if I find it for cheap in the reasonably good condition. Build like a tank, despite being the quietest digital camera I own...
Woah! I’m so jealous, that’s such a deal!🙆🏾♂️
the quietest? dude the IBIS Noise is ON ALL THE TIME 😂
@@stillsbyjann Yep, maybe, but YOU can hear it when's right in front of your nose. Have you ever heard it while someone else was using that camera?
@@tomislavmiletic_ absolutly, the Models always askin'
@@stillsbyjann Interesting. Maybe it comes down to each individual unit, but I've never had any problems in regards to that camera's IBIS noise, nor on the classical music concert, nor in the church, or anywhere. I'd even go so far to say that just cracking some old film cameras produces more noise...
Wish it had 10bit internal and direct to SSD recording but it has great features. Still pissed they didn’t put IBIS in the X-T3
Yeah the XT3 without IBIS still doesn’t make sense to this day.
I think I have my first camera
Ok… the long and the short… #1 Made in Japan. Build quality is top of the line, not to be matched ever, from any mfg. The Fujifilm XH1 will always be “the flag ship camera”. If you want to look forward.., first you must look back. If you don’t own one…. Find one and buy it. It will do more for you then you can do with more for less. Plus it will be a camera for the decades. What you get is more than you will find in any “newer” camera. It is truly is a Rolex in a world of Timex’s.
It truly is, as much as the XT3 came out soon after, with every passing year, the XH1 shows its pedigree!
Bought a XH1 in February/24 for a good Brice.
It is an OK camera. I do street photography and this body isn’t the one I choose to carry all day. It is too big and heavy. I prefer the XT30 or XS10. I like the IBIS. The shutter is very sensitive and requires practice using it with the 1/2 press to focus. Haven’t done any video with the XH1 but it is probably OK.
The focus for photography is OK. Most of the time it locks on accurately quickly. I love the three way screen. It tilts up & down. Turn the body to portrait and the screen pulls out in the portrait mode. Very nice.
This body hasn’t experienced the price inflation many Fuji have. It is a solid camera and worth looking at.
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Xh1 or spend more for xs10?
I'd say the XH1 if you want a battery grip, dual SD slots and just an overall better handling. The XS10 has better IBIS but the weight of the XH1 make the IBIS more effective. I use the XT3 and it has the same sensor as the XS10 and that's a really beautiful sensor. amazing image quality, great AF and the XS10 can shoot 240fps in HD. Basically if video matters more, then definitely the XS10. I am able to get by shoot video in manual mode with the XH1, not ideal for 'run & gun' shooting. I definitely would not recommend the XH1 over the XS10 for video.
If you can get the Fuji Kit lens or a lens like the Tamron 17-70mm f2.8, then the XT3 might also be a good option.
Where would you recommend I go to find a used one at a fair price?
Hello friend, apologies for the slow reply. It varies because we are from different parts of the world. I don’t know which stores are available to you but you really can’t go wrong. Just be mindful that buying it from somebody shooting portraits vs someone who used it for outdoors and wildlife will inform the condition of the camera. But I still wouldn’t stress too much. It’s a really tough camera and as long as you can get it at a good deal, +\- $600, then go for it.
Thank you for your video. I think the phrase: 'its old so it doesnt impress anymore' is plain wrong. I have a Nikon D700 which is way older then the X-H1 which produces beautifull tonality, sharpness and depth (micro contrast). I love my fujis (xt1, xpro1 and x100) but the D700 does render better imho. But the fuji's are better in auto WB (only the x100, xtran I en xtrans II sensor though, xtrans III and onwards do auto white balance wrong. I often got cold skin tones on those cameras).
I agree 200% especially for stills, cameras from 15 years ago still render beautiful images, incredible sharpness and pleasing colours. I think over time the biggest improvements are more video, processing speed and AF which does wonders for Bird photography and fast moving subjects but even so, cameras that are one or two generation old do really well. The best investment is proper lenses rather camera bodies. I’ve been using older cameras such as the XT2, XH1 and even to this day, the XT3 is my main and I’ve never felt like I was compromising on image quality. Oh and the D700 is just 🔥👌
@@lostcreators agreed!
D700? did you tried d800 or d810? did you tried a sony a7r3? I used d700 back in 2008 and it was a good camera, but when I Look at Skintones, Shadows, Sharpness in Trees or ISO at LowLight its just unuseable in 2024 - of course you can take great Pictures even with a Olympus Pen No doubt, but it depends on what you like or did not try till today 😂 try the Sony A7R3 in the same Location with a 35mm or 85mm at Night and then tell me if you still like the d700 - the ISO on that Thing at 3200 was already Hell and nowadays 3200 is like nothing - On my Fuji X100V I start to see ISO Noise at 10k 😂 damn good times rn to be a "photographer"
@@stillsbyjann thx for your reply. No i have not used those camera’s. They are probably great. That does not negate that the skin tones of the d700 are still awesome. Thats why the d700 is still sought after.. sure high iso is not as good as new camera’s. Plus i dont need higher then 6.400. If i do i use my S1. Ps: the x100v gets noisy earlier then 10k. At 3.200 it already gets pretty noisy: i have used the xt3 with several lenses, which has the same sensor and cfa. The xt3 didnt do so well in low light either
@@Someone_Else1 I meant bad Noise on the Fuji, Noise which destroys Colour and Contrast - if you use the Fuji, you can still use Pictures at 10k - the Pictures have a nice Grain - on the Nikon D700 I remember that Pictures over 3200 were unuseable because the ISO Noise was already very digital and changed the Picture overall, didn't meant that the Fuji is better at low light sry
For some reason you don't talk about the X-S10 lol. Thanks for the reviews and for your videos that keep reminding me to stop slacking with my TH-cam channel.
🤣 I’ll get to the XS10 but that’s an amazing camera without a doubt, it’s still at the top in 2023. Problem is that it misses “pro” features like dual SD cards and the ability to use a battery grip for longer recording but it’s 1000% bang for buck!
@@lostcreators I have never needed the dual SD feature in my whole career. I have it now in the X-T3 but honestly I feel like its a waste of card lol
I hear you but remember In studio, there’s little margin of error. You can pause a shoot, charge batteries, fix or replace a buggy sd card and even offload images from your memory card and use again completely clean. When you shoot events, dual SD card, more battery life to avoid video cutting in the middle of an important speech and no time to sort out a buggy memory card, these features become an absolute must because ultimately, the aim of the professional photographer is to be prepared for anything on a wedding day, conference, award ceremony.
@@MrAlroyNdhlovu I normally buy my SD cards from Amazon, the normal Fujifilm ones weren't available and the one that I bought turned out to be a micro SD card in a holder. I took it on a holiday to Sri Lanka, it began to malfunction towards the end of the holiday and was lucky to get the photographs off the card when I arrived home. I was a more careful buying cards after that episode.
@@lostcreators I have shot so many events. That was my main genre at some point. In all that time I have never had a card issue or battery issue. At times I would shoot with only two batteries and alternate, shoot with two cameras too. But I have never had an SD card issue. I'd shoot and after a full card or session, I would save it into my laptop. Having dual slots is ideal, sure, but if let's say the error is on the camera level, then having two SD cards won't help much. When shooting for events you of cause want to be as safe as possible, but you're also just hoping nothing goes wrong. I am fortunate that after tonnes of events like weddings, birthdays etc, nothing has happened.
Which one do you recommend? XS10 or the XH1?
Definitely XH1 without hesitation. The xs10 really feels like a mini XT4 with better AF, X Processor 4, and even 240 fps in 1080 but the XH1 just feels more robust and built for work, especially for stills. You got good IBIS in there and dual card slots. You also have really nice weather sealing on the XH1. Video wise, it’s still capable to get really beautiful and clean 4k and can be pushed in low light but maybe not over ISO 2600. I still use my XH1 for paid work and nsure the AF is not perfect and even a little older but it just works, and I’m loving the images and my clients are loving the images! Definitely XH1
What do you shoot with for your TH-cam content? Very clear picture and a great review
Hey Steven, thank you so much!🙏🏾 I shoot my video on the Fujifilm XT3 and when I’m using the XT3 as part of a review, I shoot with the XH1. Mostly use the two with the Tamron 16-70mm F2.8. The XH1 AF is not great so when I use the XH1 for my TH-cam videos, I usually shoot in manual mode.