Pixel Peeping Time

Imaging resource just updated their comparometer with Fujifilm X-H1 images.

This is a controlled lab test, and as imaging resource writes:

“Controlled lab images are not the real world, but they are the very best way to compare one camera’s image quality to another, in order to ensure you are giving yourself the best chance out in whatever world you do happen to shoot“.

So how does the Fujifilm X-H1 compare against the rest of the world?

I will do a more in-depth pixel peeping by myself later on (I have to go back to the hills now, where I probably lost my XF27mm lens cap yesterday while shooting, before it gets dark).

But for the start, though, I compared it to the Fujifilm X-T2. I was expecting the same results (same sensor and processor), and yet, the higher you crank up the ISO, the better the X-H1 looks. At ISO 51,200 the difference is noticeably in favor of the X-H1.

However, you have to keep in mind, that imaging resource now switched from the XF60mmF2.4 to the XF90mmF2 for their lab test, and the 90mm is in part responsible for the sharpness improvement. But overall the lab test shows less grain over the X-T2 at high ISO. Fujifilm might have improved image processing on the Fujifilm X-H1.

Mostly the X-H1 comes out as the winner when compared to other Fujifilm X-Trans III cameras. There are some parts, where the X-T20 & Co show more details than the X-H1, like in the wool thread, shared at the very bottom of this post. The EXIF says the X-T20 was shot with the 60mm at F11 and 1/2500, whereas the X-H1 with the 90mm at F8 and 1/4000.

The Fujifilm X-H1 also beats the Nikon D500 at ISO 51,200, as you can see below.

Imaging resource writes here:

“In my general experience analyzing images at Imaging Resource for more than five years, I’ve found ISO 3200 to be about as comfortable as I get with APS-C sensors. Of course, that is just a generalization, and there are exceptions to every rule. The Fujifilm X-H1 seems to be more than just an exception to the rule, more like a complete rule breaker.

The image above [admin note: below in this aritcle] has plenty of fine detail where it counts, such as in the mosaic tile pattern, and yet doesn’t introduce a great deal of noise in areas like the shadows behind the bottles. As most of you know, that is the real trick, getting the detail without introducing the noise inherent at higher gain settings. The shadow areas in our target are traditionally prone to plenty of noise depending on the camera and the chosen compression algorithm, and the above combination is a very good one for this sensor size.”

So happy pixel peeping at the Comparometer here.

Fujifilm X-H1: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
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Fujifilm X-H1 Roundup

If you are interested in the Fujifilm X-H1, then there is one space you should definitely be: our X-H1 facebook group.

Here on FR, I can just share 3% of the huge amount of content shared there.

This time we would like to show, that IBIS can make the difference not only in video, but also for stills.

In his quick test, X-H member Bob shows here, that thanks to IBIS, the X-H1 allows you to get tack sharp images where the X-T2 with the same lens and settings will give you motion blur.

Bob writes:

Totally non scientific comparison between my X-T2 and X-H1 taken today with the same lens (Fuji 16-55 2.8) set to same ISO / aperture / focal length. IBIS (IMHO) made a hell of a difference. Taken in a low light space from the same spot with no post processing.. both are JPG’s. [IMAGE at top of this article]

BTW – The wight and size issues have been very overblown. If this camera is too heavy, stick with your iPhone

Also Chris has some interesting feedback about the X-H1:

1) bigger than it looks in pictures
2) however feels much lighter and smaller in your hands
3) way more comfortable to grip than the xt2 and xpro2
4) IBIS rocks. Way better than Sony A7II IBIS
5) autofocus is blazing fast
6) wifi connect and image transfer speeds to your phone are about 60% faster.
7) does anyone sell a screen protector for the eink and lcd display?
8 ) evf is a dream.

So glad i picked this up. Is it worth replacing your xt2? In a heartbeat. And i dont shoot much video either.

Last but not least, here is a short comment that Michael made

I got the camera thinking I would send it back if I wasn’t impressed… then I attached my 90mm f2 and turned on IBIS. Sold.

These are just three tidbits… the X-H1 group will be happy to discuss everything you want to know… feel free to join.

We remind you, that the Fujifilm X-T3 will not have IBIS, so if you shoot a lot in low light with non stabilized lenses, the X-H1 might be the better camera for you.

Fujifilm X-H1: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

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