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A secret cinematic weapon
The new Fujifilm X-H2S is the camera that can help visionary filmmakers realise their creative ambitions
F or filmmakers ready to take the next step with their work, wanting a no-compromise camera to help create the movies they always dreamed of, Fujifilm X-H2S could well be the secret weapon. Packed with the latest technology, X-H2S is the new Fujifilm flagship mirrorless that sets the standard for video performance – thanks to an amazing range of high-quality codecs and brand-new, Super 35 stacked sensor. This fifth-generation, 26.16-megapixel X-Trans sensor, powered by the advanced X-Processor 5, is the epitome of power and speed. It allows a blackout-free viewfinder with no detectable lag, better resolution at low ISO, reduced noise at high ISO – coupled with improved AF accuracy and speed, thanks to AI tech and on-sensor phase detection. It also allows a combination of codecs and frame rates never seen before in a mirrorless, giving cinematographers the widest choice of quality footage. For maximum resolution, there are 4:2:2 10-bit settings at up to 6.2K open gate in a 3:2 ratio at up to 30p – ideal for anamorphic shooting in the Cinemascope widescreen format. In 17:9 DCI 4K or 16:9 4K, recording is possible at up to 60p, with full AF and audio. In high-speed mode, X-H2S offers 4K/120p, as well as HD up to 240fps, with AF still working to track the action. The range of codecs, intra-frame compression and bit depths provide countless options, with the bit rate going up to 720Mbps in H.265 and H.264, All-Intra or the more compressed Long GOP. But the real magic happens with the industry-standard Apple ProRes, and a choice of 422 HQ, 422 and 422 LT. These give stunning quality in an edit-ready package, with bit rates as high as 2750Mbps for the highest-quality 422 HQ. When ProRes is selected, X-H2S supports proxy recording to make editing even quicker. In terms of gamma choices, the standard colours emulate legendary Fujifilm Provia film stock – bold and bright, without being too saturated.
WHAT MORE DO YOU REQUIRE? No matter the conditions, X-H2S delivers precision,
speed and the highest quality
filmmaking, allowing an unrivalled choice of lenses for cinema use. From anamorphics to special flare primes, vintage-look glass or even the latest biting-sharp, high-resolution optics, they all marry up perfectly to X-H2S’ sensor. PL lenses fit with a simple adapter to give a true cinema set-up to this powerful and flexible camera. And the rugged, professional body is built to take the strain of cages, rigs and accessories. Manual focus has long been a filmmaking mainstay, and X-H2S offers focus peaking and instant punch-in viewing. But for sports and action, autofocus is taking hold. That’s where Fujifilm’s wide-ranging, high-quality AF and dedicated lenses make sense. The advanced autofocus system can track fast-moving subjects better than ever. The number of AF calculations per second has increased. This not only leads to improved accuracy, but enables subject- recognition functions and improves prediction algorithms, even in low- contrast scenes. Subject-detection AF finds and tracks human faces and eyes, animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles – even trains and planes. And the 5.76-million-dot EVF and
Fujifilm offers a range of in-camera Film Simulations, such as a vivid Velvia setting, softer Astia look, plus mono alternatives, as well as Bleach Bypass. There is also a more cinematic Eterna mode, producing soft colours and rich shadow tones. All these are designed to give a straight-out-of-camera option with no extra processing , but more experienced filmmakers may want to create their own look. And again, X-H2S delivers. Fujifilm’s F-Log colour setting puts the minimum ISO at 640 for increased dynamic range. And the new F-Log2 gamma expands dynamic range up to 14 stops or more, with a minimum ISO of 1250. If nothing but the ultimate quality and control in the grade will do, then output Raw via HDMI to an external recorder – and use either ProRes Raw in Atomos units or BRAW in Blackmagic Design recorders. Your colourist will love the files and flexibility they give in terms of image quality and depth of information. For experienced DOPs who have spent decades developing an understanding of how their favourite lenses look on a Super 35-size sensor, X-H2S is an ideal choice. This format has long been industry standard for the highest-quality
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