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We have any info about X-H2/s bodies?
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Small report on Fujifilm build quality
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a_c_skinner
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Especially as I'm just a little uncertain about build quality!
BackToNature1
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Far too small of a sample size for anyone to draw any type of definitive conclusion. I would say the same for all brands of these type of conclusions.
baobob
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" If you build something, you make it by joining things together" Collins dictionnary so following this definition build quality refers to how good is the assembly of things
Does not refer to robustness (my critiques about XHS2 and XF 150-600mm)
Does not refer to robustness (my critiques about XHS2 and XF 150-600mm)
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Exactly. You can drop any camera and have it survive. You can drop any camera and have it fail. Some will fail quicker than others.
yayatosorus
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This post was never meant to provide any sort of definitive answer on the matter. I simply wanted to share my experience with the community, as some folks could find it useful.
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Not sure though...the mount on X-H1 is very much a continuation of the body where as it is clearly a screwed on mount on the Nikon's.Not a lot different to some others cameras.
X-H1 and Nikon D800.
https://themostbeautifulworld.com/blog/fuji-x-h1-review
Reto
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On my first X-T30 the sensor failed. So I had it replaced with another X-T30. First thing that happened on the replacement was the orange battery “holder” broke. Then I had difficulties with the on/off switch. Now, after not even two years of use (~15000 shots), the faux leather falls off. I mean quality… I got way better quality from Olympus from both their OM-D and PEN series. So I guess Fujifilm quality is not all that great. It probably depends on the body.
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John Gellings
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Says the one guy with a lemon...
We have seen no other reports of the X-T30 having these problems (other than the leather which has happened to various Fuji cameras in the past).
a_c_skinner
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I too had my first camera failure since 1988 with my X-E3. New main board. Happily Fuji UK so fixed price and exemplary. n = 1, but it makes me wonder.
My Fuji stuff feels good and well made, I think I've been unlucky.
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My Fuji stuff feels good and well made, I think I've been unlucky.
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In all fairness, and yours may be one of the outliers, I've had my X-T30 for over 3 years and have shot thousands of images.....mine shows little wear and tear. Yours appears to have a lot. Depending upon how you care for the cam may have an effect on how long it will last. Don't know if the cam is designed to take abuse like my old Nikon D3 did or the newer Fujis but I can only report about my experience. A poor hastily done photo is below of mine and shows none of what yours is displaying. No qualms with any Fuji I have owned and I have owned plenty!
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The Nikon D3S was a camera I wouldn't hesitate to take anywhere knowing that it could easily double as a dangerous weapon. I passed mine to my son as a young man and not even his best efforts could make it skip a beat. If that camera had a tilting lcd i would still be using it.
baobob
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I had a XH1 and a XT3 now a XH2s
The XH1 is by far the most robust with a much better finish than the others. The XH2s looks fragile with flimsy too thin doors both side plus the battery door.
The XH1 is by far the most robust with a much better finish than the others. The XH2s looks fragile with flimsy too thin doors both side plus the battery door.
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i had the same cameras, and older ones too.
i do agree the X-H1 was me more robust, at least as feeling.
X-H2s is not far second and X-T3 the last.
i often use the camera tethered, and i do agree i don't like the doors, i don't know if they are flimsy but for sure USB port is not easy to open at all.
i do agree the X-H1 was me more robust, at least as feeling.
X-H2s is not far second and X-T3 the last.
i often use the camera tethered, and i do agree i don't like the doors, i don't know if they are flimsy but for sure USB port is not easy to open at all.
Jerry-astro
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I've owned and extensively used an X-H1 for years and recently replaced it with an X-H2s. Honestly, I'm simply not seeing the same "fragile look" or flimsy doors that you are, nor have I experienced any sort of issues or concerns relating to build quality or a feeling that the camera is in some way more prone to damage. Granted, I don't abuse my cameras (actually quite the opposite), so I can't say that I have seen anything that might suggest significant wear and tear due to heavy usage. I'm also am not seeing anything with respect to the build quality of the X-H2s that would a cause for concern or which would require additional care on my part in terms of handling. Perhaps the fact that there are more "doors" and other access points might increase the potential for problems, but I don't regard this as any sort of a build quality issue.
So, bottom line, while there might well be a difference in build quality between the two cameras... terms like "fragile" and "flimsy" strike me as perhaps a bit exaggerated and certainly not the impression I've had from using both cameras.
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baobob
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YMMV ..... The door for USBc is very very very thin.... a,d holding firmly the grip I can feel the card slots door moving slightly under my pressure ...
Not reassuring at all...
Not reassuring at all...
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just to say in XH2S usb-c port is really thin and "plasticky" vs the large door on Xh1, i understand that having a door for each port is useful when shooting in rain or dust, improving sealing, but actually they are difficult to open and feel flimsy to me.
front and rear dial and joystick doesn't feel "premium".
anyway body feel well assembled and robust.
not sure that body coating it's H8 scratch resistant like the X-H1 was, do you have any info about it?
front and rear dial and joystick doesn't feel "premium".
anyway body feel well assembled and robust.
not sure that body coating it's H8 scratch resistant like the X-H1 was, do you have any info about it?
+1.
I have just sold my X-H1, and now have an X-H2 and an X-H2S. I too find the new bodies to be exceptionaly well made and finished using the latest materials and manufacturing techniques. I think the build quality and finish is equal to the X-H1, the additional doors open and close with precision and the CF/SD card door has absolutely no flex.
I love the new bodies but must dash as my 8-16mm has just arrived. Now there is lens that is built like a brick house with fabulous optics!
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Reto
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Ahemm... says the guy with two lemons in a row. ;-)
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