It seems fuji's new sensors are quite good. I'm eagerly awaiting the X-T5 and X-Pro4. Rumors say that both will use the X-H2's less expensive 40 MP sensor instead of the X-H2s' 26 MP sensor.
But I worry a bit about those 40 MP files. They will require almost twice the storage, and probably process about half as quickly. I don't look forward to that. Conversely, I don't see many scenarios where I'd actually need the added resolution.
If I remember correctly, some recent Leica camera had a feature that lowered resolution, but still saved raw files. That sounds appealing! But unlikely to happen in Fuji land.
What is your take on the new sensors? Will you be able to make use of the increased resolution?
I want this sensor for;
4:3, 5:4 ratios and 1.29* e-shutter!
These functions have been carefully considered and added.
For example, 4:3 ratio, same as gfx, provides a mini Gfx shooting experience for those who like 4:3 format, also those moving from m43 have a similar ratio option too but with far more resolution. Importantly an 18mm can be used as 30mm, 23mm can now be used as a 40mm lens etc due to the 1.125* effective crop.
The 5:4 is another new option I've never seen before except on some FF and of course on the Gfx. This is a handy 1.2* effective crop to the fov and you can restore the whole raw file in post if necessary.
The 1.29 e-shutter should allow the camera to scan the sensor quicker with a reduced area hence Im expecting fast scan times for pre-burst and similar performance in practice to the X-h2s if not quite as reliable.
The 1.4* tc is interesting but need to see how it works in practice, ie jpg only? The video implementation is similar to what was implemented years ago and looks really good.
it's just an interesting topic to discuss while thinking about future upgrades of your gear.
