I like that Fujifilm thinks about things some others don't. They have added linear focusing option for use with there lenses when manual focusing. This is something seemingly simple but long over due with these fly by wire focusing systems when using video. Now all they need to do is add external focusing thru usb, wifi or blue tooth.

To bad they could not get the 30minute limit without having to use the battery grip. At least they have clean HDMI out so you can go unlimited with a recorder if needed.

Stabilization work with lenses

Damn, seems like an amazing hybrid camera.

Hands-ons

• http://www.photographyblog.com/news/fujifilm_x_h1_first_impressions
• http://www.photographyblog.com/news/fujifilm_x_h1_hands_on_photos
• https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/fujifilm-x-h1-first-impressions-review
• https://www.ephotozine.com/article/fujifilm-x-h1-hands-on-review-31955
• https://www.cameralabs.com/fujifilm-xh1-review/

Official US PR

Valhalla, N.Y., February 15, 2018 -- As a leader in advanced digital camera technology and outstanding image quality, FUJIFILM North America Corporation is excited to announce the new FUJIFILM X-H1, featuring a 24.3 megapixel APS-C sized X-Trans CMOS III sensor and X-Processor Pro image processing engine for outstanding image quality. The new X-H1 is the highest performance camera in the X Series line of mirrorless cameras, and the first to feature in-body image stabilization (IBIS), a new Flicker Reduction mode that allows for stable exposure under fluorescent and mercury lighting, DCI 4K and other impressive video capabilities.

"The new X-H1 is our first X Series model to feature in-body image stabilization, and we are very excited to introduce this camera to the market," said Yuji Igarashi, General Manager of the Electronic Imaging Division & Optical Devices Division at FUJIFILM North America Corporation. "In addition to ensuring outstanding image quality, the X-H1 is fully equipped with an array of features and functionality specifically designed to enhance creative expression in a wide range of settings."

The X-H1 boasts a newly designed, robust and durable body, and a range of features that support shooting in various situations by professional and experienced amateur photographers, and videographers. When used in combination with FUJINON lenses and Fujifilm's signature color reproduction technology, the X-H1 produces outstanding image quality and video reproduction.

New 5.5 Stops In-Body Image Stabilization
The new X-H1 is the first X Series camera to feature in-body image stabilization, harnessing three axial accelerometers, three axial Gyro sensors, and a specially-developed dual-processor to achieve approximately 10,000 calculations per second. When combined with compensating mechanisms, the X-H1 produces uncompromised image quality and precision. 5-axis image stabilization is possible with all XF and XC lenses, with certain lenses capable of up to a maximum of 5.5 stops. In addition, a new spring mechanism has been added to reduce micro-vibrations caused by operation of the mechanical shutter. Photographers may also choose to use the electronic front curtain shutter or the electronic shutter, virtually eliminating the effect of vibrations to maximize the benefits of image stabilization.

Robust, Weather-Resistant Body Design and Easy Operability for a Wide Range of Shooting Environments
In addition to its dust and water-resistant properties and ability to operate in temperatures as low as 14°F -10°C, the X-H1 also features 25% thicker magnesium alloy than the X-T2. The camera also features a high quality, scratch-resistant coating and a compact, lightweight body that maintains high precision and strong resistance to impact shock torsion and other sources of deformation.

The new X-H1 features a high-magnification and high-precision electronic viewfinder with a magnification ratio of 0.75 times and 3.69 million dot resolution, leading the class for APS-C mirrorless cameras. The viewfinder display is extraordinarily smooth, with a display time lag of just 0.005 seconds and a frame rate of 100 frames per second, allowing the user to instantly confirm the movement of the subject and position the focus with great precision. The X-H1 also features a 3-direction tilt, 3-inch, 1.04 million dot electrostatic touch-panel LCD, which can be intuitively set to the desired angle. In addition, the 1.28 inch sub-LCD on the top of the camera, which emulates the design of the mirrorless medium format GFX 50S, allows for instant confirmation of shooting information.

The X-H1 incorporates additional improvements based on feedback from professional photographers, including a large grip design, leaf-spring switch for the shutter-release button, near-silent shutter sound, a new focus level, and a new AF-ON button and enlargements of buttons on the rear of the camera.

Comprehensive Range of Video Features Support Movie Production
The X-H1 is the first camera in the X Series to include ETERNA, a new film simulation mode that is ideal for shooting movies. This mode simulates cinematic film, creating understated colors and rich shadow tones, greatly enhancing creative freedom during post-processing. The X-H1 boasts many functional and performance improvements to video image quality, including the 1080/120P high-speed video mode (1/2, 1/4 and 1/5 speed slow motion) for recording spectacular slow-motion footage; F-log SD card recording which aids smooth workflow; a DCI 4K shooting mode (4096×2160); a 400% dynamic range setting (approximately 12 stops); 200 Mbps high bit rate recording; a high-sound quality internal microphone (24 bit/48 kHz); and verbal time codes.

First Flicker Reduction Mode and Improved Autofocus Algorithms
The X-H1 features a flicker reduction mode, allowing for stable exposure during burst shots even under fluorescent and mercury lighting. In addition, improvements to the autofocus (AF) algorithm have achieved a number of performance enhancements. Low-light limit for phase detection AF has been improved by approximately 1.5 stops---from 0.5EV to -1.0EV---raising the precision and speed of AF in low-light environments. The minimum aperture has been expanded from F8 to F11, and major improvements have been made to the AF-C performance while operating in zoom, making the X-H1 ideal for shooting rapidly moving subjects.

Vertical Power Booster Grip VPB-XH1
The Vertical Power Booster Grip (VPB-XH1) is a weather-resistant grip capable of operating at temperatures as low as 14°F/-10°C that fits two additional batteries to increase maximum number of shots to 900 (in normal mode) and increases the maximum period for shooting movies in 4K to about 30 minutes.\ The Vertical Power Booster Grip features a shutter release button, focus lever, AE-L button, AF-ON button, command dial, Q button, and Fn button, providing the same ease of operation when using the camera in vertical or horizontal positions. The grip is equipped with a headphone socket to allow monitoring sound while recording, and includes recharging capability.

Wide Eyecup EC-XH W
The Wide Eyecup EC-XH W covers a broad area around the eye, greatly reducing light interference to enhance concentration during long shoots. The eyecup can be rotated in 90° increments, making it adaptable for either eye and for shooting either vertically or horizontally.

FUJIFILM X-H1 Key Features:

• 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III Sensor with primary color filter and X-Processor Pro Processor
• 5-axis 5.5 stops in-body image stabilization
• High-precision 0.5 inch, approx. 3.69 million dots OLED Color Viewfinder
• Weather-resistant design; ability to operate in temperatures as low as 14°F/-10°C
• ISO Sensitivity
  • Standard output: AUTO1 / AUTO2 / AUTO3 (up to ISO12800) / ISO200~12800 (1/3 step)
  • Extended output: ISO100/125/160/25600/51200
• LCD Monitor
  • 3.0 inch, aspect ratio 3:2, approx. 1.04 million dots touch screen color LCD monitor(approx. 100% coverage)
• Continuous Shootingo 14.0 fps (with the Electronic Shutter), 8.0 fps (with the Mechanical Shutter)o 11.0 fps (with the Mechanical Shutter and when fitted with VPB-XH1)
• Movie Recording (using a card with the UHS Speed Class 3 or higher)
  • [4K (4096×2160)] 24P / 23.98P up to approx. 15min.
  • [4K (3840×2160)] 29.97P / 25P / 24P / 23.98P up to approx. 15min.
  • [Full HD (1920×1080)] 59.94P / 50P / 29.97P / 25P / 24P / 23.98P up to approx. 20min.
  • [HD (1280×720)] 59.94P / 50P / 29.97P / 25P / 24P / 23.98P up to approx. 30min.- Bluetooth® Ver. 4.0 low energy technology
• New ETERNA film simulation mode
  • Simulates cinematic film, understated colors and rich shadow tones
• New Flicker Reduction Mode
  • Provides stable exposure during burst shots even under fluorescent and mercury lighting
• Advanced filters and Film Simulations, including ACROS
• Accessories included:
  • Li-ion battery NP-W126S
  • Battery charger BC-W126
  • Shoe-mount flash unit EF-X8
  • Shoulder strap, Body cap, Strap clip, Protective cover, Clip attaching tool, Hot shoe cover, Vertical Power Booster Grip connector cover, Sync terminal cover, Cable protector, Owner's manual

Availability and Pricing\ The X-H1 will be available on March 1, 2018 in the U.S. and Canada. The X-H1 Body will be available for USD $1,899.95 and CAD $2,449.99 and the X-H1 Body with Vertical Power Booster Grip Kit will be available for USD $2,199.95 and CAD $2,799.99

15 minutes can be a long time! You can still make a movie. Just change the title from "Gone with the Wind" to "Gone with the Fart." Hey Fuji, my first DSLR was a Fuji that I bought in the 70s. What a beautiful camera (should have kept the 50mm lens). You guys make great cameras---fix the video DOH!

PR (translated_

Kleve, February 15, 2018. Professional image quality, rugged housing and advanced video functionality – FUJIFILM X-H1 extends FUJIFILM’s multi-award winning X series with most powerful model to date. It offers a number of features specific to the particular needs of professional photographers and videographers.

The X-H1 has a newly developed, extremely robust housing and has as first model of the X series an integrated 5-axis image stabilization (IBIS), which in Combination with FUJINON XF lenses up to 5.5 levels * 1 longer exposure time times allowed. It also has a flicker reduction mode, the Reliable metering results even in difficult lighting conditions guarantees and, for example, the quality of indoor sports photography significantly improved.

The camera fits perfectly with the new professional FUJINON Cine lenses MKX 18-55mm T2.9 and MKX 50-135mm T2.9 for the X bayonet, both for May 2018 are announced. In addition, it is of course compatible with all stationary lenses of the XF and XC series, which will be available by the end of the year the high-speed telephoto lens XF200mmF2 R LM OIS WR and the ultra-wide-angle Zoom lens XF8-16mmF 2.8 R WR is extended.

The FUJIFILM X-H1 will be available at March 2018.

Special features of the FUJIFILM X-H1:

Integrated Image Stabilization (IBIS)
The internal image stabilization system (IBIS), the first time in a camera of the X series is used, has three axial acceleration sensors, three axial gyro sensors and a very powerful dual-processor based the measured data performs about 10,000 calculations per second. In Combination with the effective compensation mechanism will be a special Precise image stabilization and thus achieved an uncompromising image quality.

5-axis image stabilization is possible with all XF and XC lenses. there is synonymous with lenses without their own optical image stabilization stabilization of up to 5.5 EV levels * 1 possible. With the already available XF lenses will be Stabilization of more than 5 EV levels achieved with a few exceptions * 2 .

This performance is made possible by state-of-the-art technology. So the individual components of the Image stabilization unit positioned by means of a laser measurement, whereby a twice as high degree of precision as conventional Manufacturing processes. As part of the inspection and adjustment of each one Camera will ensure that the sensor as with X series models without integrated image stabilization is aligned absolutely parallel to the image plane.

Vibration-free shutter
The shutter is based on a spring mechanism, the finest vibrations in the Interior of the housing minimized. With the electronic first shutter curtain and the completely electronic shutter make vibration effects practical completely exclude.

Outstanding picture quality

The X-H1 has a 24.3 megapixel X-Trans CMOS III sensor without low pass filter and a powerful X-Pro processor. The same combination already comes in the internationally award-winning professional X series Models X-Pro2 and X-T2 are used. In conjunction with the high quality FUJINON lenses and FUJIFILM’s over 80 years of experience in color reproduction, outstanding images can be produced with the X-H1. Even finest details of the texture of objects become with high plastic appearance reproduced, which makes the unique atmosphere of a scene special Way is recorded.

Robust housing
The case of the X-H1 is made of a sturdy magnesium alloy, which is around 25 Percent thicker than the X-T2. Although the camera thus much more robust and more stable, the housing falls due to a new attachment of the bayonet ring. velvet compact and lightweight. The X-H1 is dust and splash proof and also Fully functional in cold temperatures down to minus 10 degrees Celsius. The outer one Due to larger particles, the coating has a surface hardness of 8H and is therefore particularly resistant to scratches.

Viewfinder and LCD The electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 3.69 million pixels and 0.75x magnification provides leading performance in the segment of mirrorless system cameras. Due to the ultra-short response time of only 0.005 seconds and a fast frame rate of 100 frames per second Movements in the viewfinder image are extremely smooth. Even With dynamic subjects, the photographer can capture the image very precisely. tune and compose the picture exactly according to his ideas.

The 7.6 cm (3-inch) touch-screen LCD on the back is in three Fold and swivel directions. It has 1.04 million pixels. As already with the mirrorless medium format camera GFX 50S are the most important Recording parameters also on the X-H1 in addition to a 3.25 cm (1.28 inches) large shoulder display easy to read at any time.

Optimized usability
At the suggestion of professional photographers, the operating concept of the X-H1 in the Optimized compared to other models of the X series at a total of 19 points. So For example, due to the larger grip, the camera is even better in the Hand.

The X-H1 triggers extremely quiet, making it ideal for situations where absolute Rest is necessary, such as the reception of wild animals, or at weddings.

In addition, the buttons on the back of the camera have been enlarged and the Grip of the dials improved. On the back there is a new AF-ON Key that activates the autofocus with the thumb released from the trigger can. The focus lever makes the focus point very comfortable and easy to use move quickly to the desired position.

Varied video features
The X-H1 is the ideal tool for multimedia productions that are present in many today Areas are required by default. Your video feature has a total of 20 functional and performance improvements, making it ideal for the professional Film records.

As the first camera of the X series, it offers the ETERNA film simulation, its subtle Color rendering and detailed depths the user in post-processing many creative freedom opens up. Videos can be used for optimum picture quality to record at a high bitrate of 200 Mbps.

The camera also offers Cinema 4K recording in 17: 9 format, DCI 4K Recording 4,096 x 2,160, the Full HD recording with 120 frames per second (fps) for slow-motion (2x, 4x, 5x), the F-log * 4 and timecode recording as well as the 4K F-Log recording directly to SD card, a 400% dynamic range (about 12 F-stops) and an integrated microphone with high sound quality (24-bit / 48 kHz).

Flicker reduce mode for video The imperceptible flicker of the human eye, for example in a sports hall, can be the result of exposure metering distort. To avoid this effect, the X-H1 has a flicker reducer mode that ensures reliable exposure even in difficult lighting conditions. guaranteed results.

Improved AF
The autofocus of the X-H1 has an improved algorithm that the Accuracy and speed of focus in low light situations clearly improved. Thus, the sensitivity of phase detection AF has been reversed 1.5 f-stops increased from 0.5 LW to -1.0 LW, so this is now synonymous with lenses with open aperture to use F11, such as the XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR with teleconverter XF2X TC WR.

Also motifs with finely detailed surface structures (eg plumage or fur), the can not yet be detected optimally by the phase detection AF, can be now focus quickly and accurately.

In addition, the performance of continuous autofocus (AF-C) was at Zooming greatly improved, which is advantageous in situations such as in the the main subject moves unpredictably (eg sports footage).

Optional accessories (sold separately)

Portrait battery grip VPB-XH1
The exclusive battery handle for the FUJIFILM X-H1 allows the Maximize camera performance. He lets himself, in addition to the battery in the camera, Equip with two more batteries, so that up to 900 shots are possible. In boost mode, the burst speed, the frame rate and the Reaction time of the camera accelerates as well as the minimum blackout time further shortened. 4K filming with a battery grip increases the maximum close to 30 minutes.

The battery grip is dust and splash-proof and can be operated at temperatures as low as -10 ° Celsius. ready for use. The controls include the shutter button, the focus lever, the AE-L Button, the AF-ON button, the control wheel, the Q button and the Fn button. Leave it the camera can be used very comfortably even in portrait position.

The VPB-XH1 has a headphone jack that allows the sound to be heard during playback Video recording can be monitored. There is also a connection for the Supplied power supply (AC-9VS), with which the two batteries in the handle within recharge for about 2 hours.

Eyecup EC-XH-W
This large eyecup for the X Series and GFX Series cameras covers the Area around the eye completely off. The incidence of light rays becomes so effective prevented and the photographer can also use the subject for a long period of time watch in a concentrated manner. The eyecup can be rotated in 90 ° steps, so that they can be used for both the left and the right eye as well

Portrait pictures can be adjusted. An antistatic coating prevents the adhesion of dust and dirt.

The main features of the FUJIFILM X-H1:

• 24.3 megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS III sensor
• X processor Pro
• Integrated 5-axis image stabilization (IBIS)
• Vibration-free shutter
• Professional video features (including Cinema 4K)
• Large electronic viewfinder with 3.69 million pixels
• Folding and swiveling 7.6 cm (3 inch) 1.04 million touch screen LCD pixels
• 3.25 cm (1.8 inch) shoulder display
• Particularly robust housing
• Splashproof and dustproof
• Cold-resistant to minus 10 degrees
• Improved AF algorithm
• Dual memory card slot
• Wi-Fi function
• Film simulation modes (including ETERNA)
• Creative filter effects
• RRP: 1.899, – Euro body
• RRP: 2.199, – Euro VBP-XH1 kit
• RRP: 2.898, – Euro kit with XF16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
• RRP: 3.198, – Euro FUJIFILM X-H1 + VPB-XH1 + XF16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
• Available: from March 2018

@Vitaly_Kiselev Well that is there background but that being said this is there video centric camera. The XT-3 is do out in September should be interesting how they differentiate models going forward.

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Specifications updated.