At it X-Summit . Event in Omiya, Japan, yesterday (May 31), Fujifilm announced the newest (and most expensive) addition to its line of APS-C mirrorless cameras, X-H2S. X-H1 successor, announced in 2018is a premium product aimed at “hybrid” shooters built around a stable 26-megapixel stacked sensor – “fast read” —CMOS sensor.
Combined with the new X-Processor 5, the sensor enables screen lossless continuous shooting up to 40 fps with electronic shutter AF tracking and up to 15 fps burst shooting with autofocus tracking via mechanical shutter. There’s also a very good buffer of up to 184 JPEGs or 175 RAW images at full speed with the electronic shutter, and over 1,000 JPEG files or 400 RAW files at top speed with its mechanical shutter. Subject-detection AF allows the camera to detect the faces and eyes of people, animals, birds, planes, trains, cars, and motorcycles.
In terms of video, the X-H2S can shoot 6.2K/30p, 4K/120p, and 1080/240p — all in 10-bit 4:2:2. However, while the camera can record 4K footage /60p is oversampled from the full sensor width of 6.2K / 30p, then 4K / 120p has to crop 1.29x. 4K/120p can be output via HDMI 2.1 as ProRes RAW or Blackmagic RAW to an external recorder. For internal recording, there is a new CFexpress Type B main card slot as well as a second SDXC UHS-II slot. The new F-Log2 video profile enables up to 14 stops of dynamic range. According to Fujifilm, 4K/60p video can be shot for about four hours straight without overheating.
Rounding out the package is a magnesium alloy body, weatherproof, OLED display on the top, 5.76M-dot OLED viewfinder (runs at up to 120fps), 1.62M LCD- dot fully articulating dot, full-size HDMI port, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) port, microphone socket and headphone socket.
Available on the market from the beginning of July, the X-H2S will have a suggested price of $2,500. For those who shoot underwater, it should be noted that while Fujifilm’s XT series has been fairly well-supported (up to and including X-T4), housing manufacturers are less enthusiastic about the X-H1. Nauticam, for example, was one of the few people who noticed it, but its housing was later discontinued, presumably due to lack of interest from buyers.
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Fujifilm introduces X-H2S mirrorless digital camera
New flagship camera with features that enhance stills and movie shooting
Valhalla, NY, May 31, 2022 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the launch of its next flagship X Series mirrorless digital camera, the FUJIFILM X-H2S (X-H2S) ). The most advanced X Series mirrorless camera available today, the X-H2S includes advanced features for both stills and video capture. It is also the first APS-C digital camera of its kind to feature Fujifilm’s 26.16MP X-TransTM CMOS 5 HS image sensor, a back-illuminated image sensor stacked with signal reading speed is four times faster than Fujifilm’s previous X. -TransTM CMOS 4*first.
X-TransTM CMOS 5, combined with the newly minted X-Processor 5 (which doubles the camera’s processing power compared to X-Processor 4), greatly enhances overall image fidelity at lower ISO and reduce noise at higher ISOs. Subject detection AF, maximizing tracking speed and accuracy of moving subjects is now possible through the combination of the AI processor.
For video, the X-Processor 5 enables 10-bit 4:2:2 video recording at resolutions up to 6.2K/30P and frame rates as fast as 4K/120P and FHD/240p. Support for professional codecs, such as Apple ProRes HQ / Pro Res 422 / Pro Res LT, provides incredible flexibility in post-production, while minimizing power consumption, thus extending lead times The camera’s maximum video recording time is up to 240 minutes.
“The common reaction to the X-H2S is ‘This is exactly what I’ve been waiting for!’ Mr. Victor Ha, Vice President, Optical and Imaging Electronics Division, FUJIFILM North America, said: Corporation. “It’s nice to see so many people enthusiastic about this camera, especially because of the features it usually doesn’t have at the $2499.95 price point.”
With these sensor and processor updates, the X-H2S achieves significant performance improvements over other digital camera models on the market, including:
- Substantial enhancement to burst mode capabilities: The X-H2S can apply AF/AE tracking under power-free continuous shooting up to 40 fps*2and can produce over 1,000 continuous frames with high-speed burst mode set to 30 fps (JPEG) or 20 fps (RAW) *3
- Significantly improved autofocus (AF) performance: The X-H2S’s high number of AF calculations per second improves overall AF accuracy and facilitates subject detection AF. Developed with Deep Learning technology, Subject Detection AF deploys an advanced prediction algorithm to enhance the performance of Zone AF, by fine-tuning the camera’s ability to track moving subjects in the environment low contrast. Object detection and tracking has also expanded from human faces and eyes to now include animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, planes, and trains. The X-H2S always focuses on targeted subjects, allowing users to focus on framing and key imaging opportunities.
- Outstanding video performance: The X-H2S digital camera supports 4:2:2 internal recording, 10-bit Apple ProRes HQ / ProRes 422 / ProRes LT, and ProRes 422 Proxy at up to 6.2K resolution / 30P and 4:2:2, 10-bit h.265 video with frame rates as fast as 4K / 120P and FHD / 240p. The sensor’s 1/180-second readout when recording video further aids in minimizing rolling shutter effects on moving subjects or when the camera itself is moving. The heatsink design delivers up to approximately 240 minutes of 4K/60P continuous video recording, while the optional FAN-001 cooling fan accessory helps maintain the same level of performance under high temperatures.
- Considerable versatility when recording externally: The X-H2S is the first X Series digital camera with F-Log2, providing up to 14+ stops of dynamic range, allowing for more creative possibilities throughout production and post-production.
Additional product features:
Best object tracking in X Series history
- The X-H2S controls phase-detection pixels independently of the image display when in continuous shooting mode. This triples the number of calculations in phase detection from the famous FUJIFILM X-T4 and enables high-speed focusing even during high-speed continuous shooting.
- The X-H2S’s electronic viewfinder uses a high-resolution, 5.76-million-dot panel with 0.8x magnification. With a frame rate of approximately 120 fps, the smooth viewfinder offers excellent visibility by suppressing parallax and distortion (which often occurs when the eye position is shifted while using the lens). aiming), thus allowing for precise subject tracking.
Thoughtfully designed to enhance the user’s content creation experience
- The camera features an all-new in-body five-axis image stabilization that provides up to 7.0 stops of image stabilization*4. Users can freely choose to operate the handheld camera in active environments (e.g. sports) or in low light conditions (e.g. night scenes).
- The X-H2S incorporates common design features of Fujifilm’s previous X-H1 model, such as a large grip that works well with large lenses, and an LCD display on the top panel for user control. Check the settings at any time and the body is very sturdy. Withstands heavy professional use. Many additional improvements have also been incorporated into the design and construction of the X-H2S:
- The overall feel of the shutter button has been adjusted to improve its operability when it is half pressed. This allows the user to release the shutter precisely when intended.
- An independent video record button has been added to make the video recording experience with the 1.62 million-dot vari-angle LCD screen seamless.
- From the fit and finish of the buttons and materials used in the construction of the X-H2S to the ability to map specific functions to the AF ON button, illustrators will find an experience in using the X -H2S is intuitive and familiar. Shutter durability has been optimized, withstanding 500,000 impacts during quality and performance testing.
- Camera with dual memory card slots supporting one CFexpressTM Type B and one SD card*5. Users can exploit the full potential of the X-H2S’s fast, continuous image and video creation performance with the high-speed data processing performance of CFexpressTM Type B memory cards.
Accessories X-H2S
Several new accessories are also being introduced to complement the launch of the X-H2S. These optional accessories include:
Vertical battery grip (VG-XH)
- Dust and moisture resistant and designed to operate in temperatures as low as 14 degrees F (-10 degrees C). It fits two FUJIFILM NP-W235 high capacity batteries.
- The button layout of the grip is designed to provide equal operability whether holding the camera vertically or horizontally.
File Transfer (FT-XH)
- Features a wired LAN connection and high-speed wireless communication capabilities, essential for connected content creation in the studio or for sports/media content creation. It can also be used as a vertical grip using two FUJIFILM NP-W325 high capacity batteries.
- It can be combined with the X-H2S to support the following communication specifications:
- FTP transfer using wired LAN/wireless LAN/USB tethering via smartphone
- Network image capture using wired LAN / wireless LAN
- Remote recording function by wired LAN / wireless LAN; Capable of controlling up to four X-H2S cameras from one browser at the same time
Cooling fan (FAN-001)
- Specially designed for the X-H2S to facilitate high temperature imaging and video capture.
- The fan can be mounted to the rear of the camera body without cables, providing power, extending continuous video recording time at high temperatures and eliminating concerns about thermal shutdown.
Cover set (CVR-XH)
- Protect different terminals on the camera. Items included in this set:
- 1x Sync . Terminal Case
- 1x Hot shoe cover
- 1x File transmitter / vertical battery connector cover
- 1x Cooling fan terminal cover
- 1x Memory card slot cover
Pricing and Availability:
The FUJIFILM X-2HS Mirrorless Digital Camera is expected to be on the market in early July 2022 with a Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price of $2,499 USD and $3,200 CAD.
Expected pricing and availability for the X-2HS accessories are as follows:
Vertical battery grip VG-XH: Available early July 2022 at Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $399 USD and $515 CAD.
FT-XH file transmitter: Available September 2022 at Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $999 USD and $1,280 CAD.
FAN-001 cooling fan: Available early July 2022 at Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $199 USD and $260 CAD.
Cover set CVR-XH: Available early July 2022 at Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $19.99 USD and $26 CAD.
For more information about the X-H2S and its accessories, please visit https://fujifilm-x.com/en-us/products/cameras/x-h2s/.
*1 Compared to the X-TransTM CMOS4, equipped in current camera models
*2 Applies to conditions of high-speed continuous shooting without the viewfinder blackening (i.e., for the photographer to still be able to view the subject). AF/AE tracking in these conditions is only available when using the electronic shutter.
*3 Performance is based on cold start when using the electronic shutter.
*4 When attached with a RED FUJINON XF35mmF1.4 lens
*5 See Fujifilm’s website for a list of verified compatible cards.
