H2 or H2S

[MiBo]

Hi
I'm considering an X-H2 or X-H2S and have watched a lot of youtube about both of them and comparisons of them, have also read a lot of reviews.
But I've actually just become more confused.
I'm primarily a photographer and don't use video much, so I'm of course attracted to the 40 mp, but I also want the fast AF from the S model, as I also shoot wildlife and dog action.
I know I'll also get different inputs here, but maybe someone has been in the same situation ?

Thanks

[DMJpix]

MiBo,

I have two XH2S' and one XH2. I bought the XH2S to be my hybrid go-to camera for photojournalism stills and video. It is a magnificent tool in that role. I use them for sports, video, and projects that need speed (burst and autofocus) and no rolling shutter and not the sophistication of the larger senor on the XH2. The video results are extraordinary on the XH2S. I am shooting a feature-length environmental documentary with my XH2S' and the Fuji MKX cine lenses. I bought the XH2 after the XH2S, and my thinking was that I wanted the larger sensor and the ergonomics to match the XH2S; instead of the XT5. I use it for landscapes, portraits, astrophotography, family travels, and projects that would not expose the serious rolling shutter of the XH2. The XH2 with the 40mp sensor produces fantastic high-resolution images that have a high level of color grading tolerance.  My best results are achieved using Photolab 7. Both versions have the CFAST express B slots, which I use as my primary storage media, which provide faster write times, longer buffering when in burst mode, and faster read times when importing into a computer. I was disappointed when I learned the GFX100IIS did not have a CFAST-B  slot, IMO it is time for professional-grade cameras to offer CFAST-B slots as the primary standard. With the latest firmware versions, the auto-focus performance has improved on both cameras, and for what I shoot, I can get high hit rates when needed. The biggest drawback to the XH2 is rolling shutter, it does not do well in fast-moving sports environments for stills and video. I don't have much to offer in the way of draw-backs to the XH2S. The raw files produce VERY GOOD images, and if you told me I had to let go of one of my three cameras, it would be the XH2, but hope I am not faced with that situation.

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On 12/28/2024 at 1:00 PM, MiBo said:

Hi
I'm considering an X-H2 or X-H2S and have watched a lot of youtube about both of them and comparisons of them, have also read a lot of reviews.
But I've actually just become more confused.
I'm primarily a photographer and don't use video much, so I'm of course attracted to the 40 mp, but I also want the fast AF from the S model, as I also shoot wildlife and dog action.
I know I'll also get different inputs here, but maybe someone has been in the same situation ?

Thanks

If you want FAST CAF, go for the XH2s.  The tracking during action shooting is going to be better.  I am sure the 40 megapixel sensor might be a little better, sharper, etc. in static pics, but then again, if you're subject is flying fast, or running, and you nail more shots during a burst, the animal or subject will look great.