As always, a pleasure to read your comments, thanks for your kind words!

Sorry, some delays in moderating and replying as we are travelling in Portugal. Thanks for your kind words.

@@MaartenHeilbron have a great time! My 3rd great-grandfather was from Portugal. He was kidnapped and when his family couldn't raise the ransom, he was sold to a merchant ship and spent 4 years in involuntary servitude (slavery).

@@dougmacmillan1712 Oh dear, what an unfortunate story.

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for commenting.

That’s very kind of you, thanks for taking the time to comment.

Astute analysis. Thanks for commenting

Thanks, always nice to see your avatar, always a pleasure to read your kind words. Your comments are all valid - in my mind fast burst and improved stabilization would be the major considerations, but for many it’s the film sims that will push them. Otherwise, wait to see what the X-H2 brings.

Glad you liked it! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

I appreciate your kind words, thanks!!

I”m certain there are many people working on just that. I prefer to concentrate on features and usability.

I appreciate your kind words. I’d be surprised if those lenses work without some firmware upgrades - but you’re right, it probably could, as the camera can control the focus systems.

@@MaartenHeilbron True, hopefully they will.:) And you're always welcome. ☺️🙏🏽

I do appreciate knowing that I have caused you to laugh!

I would think battery life is one of the easier aggravations to overcome (by buying a second battery). On the other hand, improved stabilization, faster burst, and new video features aren’t as easily remedied.

Thanks for your kind words. I would agree. The biggest improvement to your photos will come from your own improvement as you try and learn and acquire new skills. Thanks for your kind words, please say hello to all my friends in Germany!

Always nice to hear from a photographer who’s found the right camera for their needs.

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting.

Always nice to read that my work is appreciated. Thanks!!

Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.

... while at the same time lightening your wallet!

Nice to know I've provided the information you needed to make your decision, thanks for commenting and your kind words.

Always nice to know that viewers appreciate my videos and find them useful.

Thanks, nice to read your kind words. I’m trying to write more interesting titles. And at the moment the frozen north is sitting on a patio in Porto sampling the local beverages.

Yes, that will be more fun, and likely simpler as they’ll both have a fairly current feature set and menu configuration.

I appreciate your kind words, thanks!

Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.

Thanks, I appreciate your kind words. Not sure what causes that, but it’s an issue with nearly all Fujifilm cameras.

Always nice to know that my work is appreciated, thanks!!

Good decision. Always nice to hear from photographers who consider their purchases carefully.

I'm sorry, that's a difference that I haven't noticed. As the camera has been returned to Fujifilm, I'm afraid I can't do a side by side for you on that.

@@MaartenHeilbron Thanks for the reply anyway! I ended up caving and have a rented one coming in a few days to try out myself... 🤣🤦‍♂

I'd be interested to know how you feel about the dials, if you don't mind posting a follow up comment. The X-H2 production model is on its way over.

@@MaartenHeilbron Bah! I apparently didn't hit the final "submit" button on the rental order (there's no record of it and no charge?), so it looks like I don't get to try one this weekend after all. 😭 Will follow up when I do manage to get my hands on one - Enjoy the X-H2!

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks!!

Yes, well. I would suggest that Fujifilm’s quality control is the same regardless of country of origin.

@@MaartenHeilbron I 100% agree. It is just one of those badge on honor things. It is probably very silly to worry about, but I am a strange guy so lol. Thanks Maarten. I always appreciate your reviews and videos. I hope you have a great day.

A “flagship” Fuji camera that is Made in China. Ummm, ok. 🙄🤣 The Fuji products coming out of China are inferior to the ones made in Japan. If that wasn’t true, why would they make anything in Japan?

@@RandumbTech Let's see: cost? availability of nearby parts suppliers? availability of production facilities in Japan (many damaged by storms, etc. of recent years)?

My pleasure, thanks for your kind words.

That was my goal, nice to read that it was achieved.

Right. I think the thought is that you would use the custom controls - but I agree with your sentiment. I’m very used to using the front dial by feel as you suggest.

The universe is unfolding as it should.

For me, it’s an upgrade I’d definitely make. However, if battery life, burst rate and the video modes don’t do it for you - the X-H1 remains a fine camera. It’s not a toggle - although that would be an improvement and Fujifilm may change that in firmware.

I will include that in the video review. Meanwhile, Gerald Undone has done some very good work in his video about the X-H2s.

Always nice to hear from a photographer who's pleased with their kit and not chasing after the shiny new thing.

Although you may not use them, that does not make them useless. Potentially, a day will come when you realize the value in one or more. In the meantime, they don't interfere with your use of the camera in the workflow you prefer. However, I do agree, and have from time to time encouraged Fujifilm to make a basic camera that doesn't include video and keeps the feature set to a minimum. The issue is that because the hardware already has those features, it's unlikely to reduce the cost, which means the camera won't be competitively priced - unless you compare it to Leica.

Oh? It's more than that, but yes, there is a certain "reset" element that wasn't entirely expected.

The differences are very minor on those issues. The main improvements - moved Q key, additional function assignments, moved rear dial were mentioned in the video.

That was very kind of you, thanks very much!!

While the prices won’t be stable forever, the style of the X-H1’s physical controls and the fact that the image sensor is only a generation or two behind means its not losing as much value as its four year old status would suggest. In a way, the X-H2s is a re-vector of the H series, not an upgrade.

Most welcome, I appreciate your kind words.

probably not - but maybe it depends on the specifics of the cage. i assume you looked at smallrig?

I agree, however, the alternative presented in the X-H2s with the custom controls is also an interesting method.

That would be nice, but sadly, no. Just the number is displayed.

@@MaartenHeilbron Oh that’s a real bummer. I’m not sure how Fuji expects users to remember all those!

I have never used any lens hood other than the one that came with the lens. Which do you use?

They do better than full frame with the GFX series.

With focus check on, the camera punches in as soon as the focus ring is turned - or does that not work on older vintage lenses?

@@MaartenHeilbron Precisely, this is my concern, being that there are no electrical contacts with vintage lenses used via adapters, there isn't a way for that feature (which I loathe anyway) to be used. Punching in, locking focus, and punching back out is my filming style. I don't use the auto-focus check feature- and keep it turned off with my XF native lenses- because I'm often adjusting exposure manually by turning my filters and it doesn't take much to engage the zoom-in. Really annoying for my personal style of shooting. I can't imagine Fuji wouldn't have thought of this issue for shooters like myself... but if there isn't a way to manually punch in and out at my desertion this particular model would be as useful as a beautiful brick for me. haha. Thank you for your time sir and I hope to find some good news regarding this issue. You're the best!

@@chasingvenusfilmarts Good notes, I'll include that in the review.

Most cameras have similar (and some have better) controls. Fujifilm provides an easier starting point with the film simulations.

@@MaartenHeilbron it's definitely a mixed bag. Was hoping for a new, updated interface, but then all camera companies are way behind other sectors

@@tjkrueger2655 An interesting observation.

Have not yet done side by side ISO tests (as the X-H2s is not final firmware) but don’t imagine any significant difference.

That would be interesting - but unless the external device can read from the USB-C as if it was a webcam (less control but reasonable quality), probably best to record on SSD via HDMI.

@@MaartenHeilbron the Lumix GH6 is going to have that functionality in a later firmware update. I hope that it's also true for X-H2S via USB-C since SSD is cheaper and faster than CF-Express type B. Tried finding online user manual but there is none

@@kmwong1786 Right. I'm also waiting for the manual. As it was not mentioned, I don't expect this functionality to be available.

Thanks for your kind emoji

Mostly because it’s a natural comparison - for those who own an X-H1 and are deciding whether it’s an upgrade they need.

@@MaartenHeilbron Also to show that, surprisingly, not much has changed. 🤣

@@RandumbTech Indeed, current Fujfilm photographers will feel at home!