Jump to content

XH-1 in 2020

Daousz
 Share

Recommended Posts

Herco Rising Star

Herco

Posted
Posted
16 hours ago, atyl1972 said:

I seen a video showing the ibis sound, especially when video recording and using the in built mic, video is of no matter to me for landscapes, and I'm not going to need 300+ shots either, but this is my main concern picking up the x-h1, is the battery performance, and I am not a fan of the fully rotating screen on the x-t4, not great for landscape shooters especially when in portrait mode on a tripod, the screen will only be allowed to come out so far. however I believe there are now a few L brackets out there that resolves this issue!

Usually the ambient noise is sufficient to drown out the IBIS noise with the build-in mic, but it's indeed better to use a separate Rode or Fujifilm MIC-ST1 mic. Many of the Fujinon lenses are quite noisy in AF mode. Esp. the older ones. With an external mic it's easier to avoid background noise.

The fully articulating screen is for me also the main draw-back (next to new batteries). I recognize it's an advantage for video, but for stills I find the X-H1, T2 and T3 solution to be better for tripods and straps and more discrete for street photography. As Patrick from Fujirumors also noticed: https://www.fujirumors.com/my-first-trip-my-fujifilm-x-t4-what-i-loved-what-i-hated-and-unveiling-what-i-really-teach-at-school/

 

Link to post
Share on other sites
Pierre Enthusiast

Pierre

Posted
Posted
On 6/17/2020 at 12:04 AM, atyl1972 said:

would you not consider either a hand grip, like from smallrig or an L bracket for the small grip?

The small handgrip is not the only problem of the X-T4 for me. Main problems are the flippy screen and to have to buy new batteries (I already have 4 spare NP-W126S batteries).

Link to post
Share on other sites
hildasea Apprentice

hildasea

Posted
Posted
On 4/27/2020 at 6:01 PM, Daousz said:

Hye Fujifilm Users,

 

Im planning in getting the xh-1 this year because of the price.

I just want to hear Fujifilm users opinion regarding my plan to get xh-1 as my first camera.

Is it worth it or should I get other camera instead?

Thank you.

I have an XT-3 / X-H1 and the X-H1 camera is my favorite. It is a professional camera and requires a steep learning curve. The construction is very resistant (professional workhorse) and for amateur is this camera for very, very long term use. I´m very happy with the X-H1, mainly the IBIS function is extremely great. (I switch from Canon FF to Fuji 4 years ago).

Link to post
Share on other sites
Jazz1 Contributor

Jazz1

Posted
Posted

I've owned the XT-20, XT-2, XPro-2, and now own the XPro-3 and XH-1 (with battery grip & Gariz half-leather case). I have smallish hands, but I have to say the XH-1 feels great in the hand! I will admit that the focus speed seems to be a little slower than my XPro-3. But, I'm not finding this so different that the XH-1 is difficult to enjoy.

I really don't do video. So I can't comment about the XH-1 vs. the new XT-4 for video use.

I'm also using a Peak Design Clutch hand strap, as well as a Peak Design Slide strap on the XH-1 either together or separately. The work great with the XH-1 as compared to other Fujifilm cameras it is no light weight due to its heavy duty construction.

My only other recommendation, if your an eyeglass wearer, is to consider a Fujifilm round style eyecup. However I find the round eyecup, designed for the X-T1, X-T2, or GFX blocks the mount for the on camera flash mount. The standard issue rectangle eyecup that came with my XH-1.

Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here…

Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members!

Link to post
Share on other sites
  • 1 month later...
Jazz1 Contributor

Jazz1

Posted
Posted

Everyone has been so great to me since I joined this forum/thread. So, I thought I'd share pics of my latest addition to my XH-1. I have to admit that I've pretty much kept the Fujifilm battery grip on the XH-1.....until now ;)

I was lucky enough to snag one of the last J.B. Design grips for the XH-1 Mr. J.B. had in the backroom. He was even kind enough to drop in the mailing package a beautiful matching camera shoe cover! Now that classes up the whole rig. If only it would do the same for me personally ;)

Even better than looks, the rich red Padauk wood grip makes the camera incredibly comfortable in my hand. Even with my small right hand, my little pinky was waving in the wind. Because of the wooden extension, on the right side of the camera now fits even more comfortably in the palm of my hand. 

For those that might be curious this grip does not extend the camera's front finger grip. Of course, I don't think the XH-1 needs that kind of extension. At least this is true for my hand. 

The other benefit of course is that the camera is lighter in weight compared to the XH-1 with Fujifilm's battery camera grip. This substitution of course gives you one battery in the camera. But there is an access port, carved out, on the bottom to the grip that makes battery exchanges easy. And yes, the back LCD screen does fully articulate with the grip in place.

Now I just have to find a reddish leather camera wrist strap for a complete camera make-over.

I do not know if J.B. will ever put these into production again. If you hit him up, and he agrees let him know "Crazy Bill" sent you ;)

I also have one of the J.B. grips on my Pro-3 and enjoy that combination too. 

Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here…

Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members!

Link to post
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Posts

    • SimonW
      CANNOT BACKUP OR RESTORE X-T4 SETTINGS WITH FUJI X ACQUIRE

      By SimonW · Posted

      In Windows PCs the backup is saved in  folder Documents>Fujifilm>Conditions. If you open this folder in a window before you start the backup you'll see the backup file appear in the window. It's almost instantaneous. It's a confidence booster. I don't remember X-Aquire giving any indication that backup has completed. The backup files include the date and the camera make so if you have two Fuji cameras they all go in the same folder. New backups do not over-write the older ones so you can restore an older one if you should so wish. Simon  
    • N3v3r
      xPro1 can't change aperture with fujinon 27mm

      By N3v3r · Posted

      Hi, thanks for getting back to me. It's a shame because my X-Pro1 works perfectly except for the aperture with the 27mm lens. I think it would be better to switch to the new WR version that allows aperture changes with the ring. Thanks for your help.
    • Fujiron
      xPro1 can't change aperture with fujinon 27mm

      By Fujiron · Posted

      I have the same issue on my X-Pro 1 and can no longer use lenses with no aperture ring. I contacted Fuji Tech several years ago and was told the camera would have to be disassembled and the mother board replaced at a couple hundred dollars. I was also told Fuji would no longer be repairing X-P1 as they stopped making parts for them. I did not check to see if any third party repair shops could fix it. Everything else on the camera works fine.
    • N3v3r
      xPro1 can't change aperture with fujinon 27mm

      By N3v3r · Posted

      Nobody knows it? 
    • Astigmatism
      X-T5 Cleaning Mistake

      By Astigmatism · Posted

      Thanks for answering my question! About this one item -- why is it better to do this with the camera on? Just curious.
×
×
  • Create New...