The Fujifilm X-H1 takes a proven 24 megapixels X-Trans CMOS III sensor and fits it on a state-of-the-art 5-axis image-stabilization mechanism. While it falls short of the 5½ stops claimed in specifications, it delivers a solid 2½ stops of improvement over hand-holding any other Fujifilm mirrorless.

Very low image noise up to ISO 3200; Wide dynamic-range; Reliable metering; Natural rendition of image colors; Excellent automatic white-balance; Instant shutter-lag with virtually no blackout; Fluid ultra-sharp EVF; Continuous AF at 14 FPS; Plenty of direct controls; Instant video response,...

Occasional autofocus misses; Limited stabilization; Not Exposure-Priority; Incorrect histogram in Live-View; Complicated Shutter-Speed control; Stacked dials move too easily; Slow shot-to-shot speed; Very short battery-life; Quite bulky; Pricey; Soft aperture detents With all current XF-mount lenses

The Fujifilm XH-1, the latest incarnation in the popular X-series, isn't the successor to the popular X-T2 but it is the new X-series flagship. That said, the XH-1 is a somewhat confusing mirrorless beast.

Great autofocus; Solid; tough build; Great photos in JPEG; Very good touchscreen LCD; Good operating system; Top LCD screen

Too big and heavy for a mirrorless camera; Doesn't sit well in the hand; Pricey (1): For what it offers; the XH-1 is just a little too expensive; Pricey (2): Needs the Vertical Power Booster Grip + extra batteries; Rendering of RAW photos at higher ISOs is questionable; The APS-C X-Trans CMOS III...

If I consider everything about the x-h1 it still stands out to me as the ultimate Fuji and probably one of if not the best value for money high performance camera money can currently buy; IBIS; Makes every lens stabilised, incl; wa block, wa brick fast 1.4/1.2's and 2/2.8's Shutter; It makes the...

The X-H1 is Fujifilm's most powerful and most refined camera yet. It is clearly the result of thoughtful work, a result of taking the time to get things right - at least, most things. But the X-H1 is hitting the market at the same time as many other impressive cameras.

Impressively well designed and built; 5-axis in-body image stabilization; Cinema 4K video at 200Mbps; 3.69-million-dot electronic viewfinder; Eterna film simulation

Face detection AF can be unreliable; Some audio bugs using external microphones

FujiFilm X-H1 review: The FujiFilm X-H1 is not ordinary camera, it is a flagship mirrorless camera which tries to show what can be achieved in the realm of digital photography.

I have an X-T2 but wanted the X-H1 primarily for the in-body image stabilization (IBIS). Several of my Fujinon lenses do not have OIS (optical image stabilization) and I thought this would be a way to get more hand-held use from those lenses.

The loss of the Exposure Compensation Dial was a bit oversight, but the location of the Q-Quick Menu button is a constant bugbear. Wish I had waited for the lighter, better designed XT-3!

Build quality

Bulky

The X-H1 is Fujifilm's most technically advanced mirrorless camera yet and makes it easier than ever to produce stellar images. The new 5-axis stabilization works very well to reduce blurry shots, and the EVF is simply the best you can find on an APS-C camera.

Great RAW and JPEG image quality Sharp DCI 4K video with little moire or aliasing; Solid weather-resistant build; Good autofocus for both video and photos; 5-axis image stabilization works well for still and video shooting

Big heavy body that Fujifilm fans might not like; Lacks exposure compensation dial; Autofocus doesn't work well outside the phase-detect zone; Limited battery life; Video shooting times limited to 15 minutes; No built-in headphone jack

The addition of in-camera stabilization will make the X-H1 immediately attractive to X-system photographers, even those who aren't necessarily likely to make much use of its video features.

Someone looking for a video/stills all-rounder

Anyone looking for the perfect tool for one specific job

There's no question that the X-H1 is Fujifilm's most advanced X Series camera to date, thanks to a range of new and refined features. These include the arrival of IBIS, a brilliant high-resolution EVF, advanced 4K video capture, touchscreen control, and an all-round tougher build.

In-body image stabilization; Brilliant viewfinder; Touchscreen control; DCI 4K video; Dedicated AF-On button

Fiddly exposure compensation control; Performance hasn't moved on from X-T2; Larger design won't appeal to everyone; Battery performance could be better