Ed Chu Loc: Las Vegas NV

I have started several threads as I continue to try to figure out how to reduce my camera bulk / size, etc. Now I quote from jmpeltier.com:

"And as far as lenses, Fuji has always made great, fast lenses. Even their “cheap” glass is just as good as Sony’s more expensive lenses. They have a wonderful line of primes, and they’re all smaller & cheaper than Sony’s equivalents due to the smaller sensor. My Sony lenses would quickly get dust inside them, but not so with my Fuji lenses."

comparing Fuji x-H1 to Sony a6400 is interesting; each has their pluses and minuses, enough so that there is no clear cut choice. Here on UHH, though, people have continuosly raved about the Fuji glass.

Does anyone out there use, or has used, either of these cameras ( or other models ) for birding or wildlife, particularly ?

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

Buy a camera and lens. Learn the features and overcome any weaknesses. Go shoot birds and wildlife! It is not the gear, it is the shooting. Don't torment yourself.

repleo Loc: Boston

Sony a6400 Firmware 2.0 Enables Real-Time Animal Eye Autofocus. Could be a game changer for anyone interested in wildlife. Doesn't work for birds yet, but it is expected to be in a future firmware upgrade.

dbfalconer Loc: Salida CO

Be sure to actually handle any cameras you are comparing. And explore the menus.

AndyGarcia

Hi, both are really good cameras. To provide a context for my reply I have three Fuji cameras Xe2, Xt1 & 2. I moved from Nikon.

I considered Sony - the A6300 at the time of going to Fuji. I chose Fuji because the bodies come close, ergonomically and build quality, to my old fave film camera the Nikon FM/FM2. Also, the IQ, feel of the images and ease of use is something else.

I would take the XH1 over the A6400. Twin card slots, Robust build quality and weather sealing and IQ for starters.

Best thing for yoou to do is to hire each and use them for a week then make your decision. They both will take great images.

I did consider buying a Sony A7ii as I have a lot of vintage, 35mm glass and I would have used that set up specifically for shooting with this glass. In the end, I bought an XT2 after, very briefly, handling the Sony - I thought it was heave and like a brick. Also very short on mechanical/electrical dials for ISO, Speed etc. That was my decision.

The XH1 has great Autofocus. It has IBIS. It's great.

In the end, it will be down to what you like most. If you have not tet driven them I would strongly suggest you do.

Good luck and good shooting.

Ed Chu Loc: Las Vegas NV

one factor I did notice ; Sony is rated only to 14 deg F, and Fuji is rated to 0 deg; I was out shooting snowy owls in -5 deg F last Feb; I carry plenty of batteries, so swapping is not an issue, but I wonder how much the cold affects camera performance

DennisC. Loc: Antelope, CA

I have the X-H1 and the X-T3 and they are both excellent cameras. The auto focus on the X-H1 is excellent in good light but just ok in low light. The A6400 will have better auto focus in good light but the viewfinder is not as good. In my opinion the X-H1 will require the battery grip or the battery life will be very short when you use the IBIS which is awesome. The X-H1 is a bigger camera, but I prefer the bigger cameras, it also fits my hand perfectly with the battery grip. The Fujifilm cameras are more about the user experience, the more you use it and get to know it the more you will like it. I got the X-H1 recently with the battery grip for $300 when I bought it with the 8-16mm f2.8 lens which I have wanted since it was announced.

Ed Chu Loc: Las Vegas NV

I have discovered since asking about Fuji on UHH, that there is a core of Fuji users lurking below the Canon / Nikon surface

DennisC. Loc: Antelope, CA

I got into Fuji to use alongside my Nikon system but my Fuji system has taken over and I am planning on selling off my Nikon system and possibly picking up a Sony A9 or A7IV and a couple of lenses.

CatMarley Loc: North Carolina

Same here Andy. My favorite camera of all time was my FM! I have had a whole series of digital Nikons, but then found Fuji. It was my FM all over again only better. I gave away my last Nikon several months ago. The Fuji jpegs are so good, and the EVF is wonderful! Minimal dependence on menus is one of the best things about the XT 1 and 2! External control of everything that matters, just like the old FM. I don't know about Sony, but there is not anything I think is missing on my Fujis.

rebride

The XH1 is the largest and heaviest of the X cameras but has the best handling with the larger/longer lenses (or any). Strongest, most well built even the buttons.
The XH1 has IBIS, considered better than Sony's, but don't think the a6400 has it anyhow.
It has a quick, slick, dampened, quiet shutter.
The EVF is outstanding.
As of now being sold only with the external battery grip, no body only. That does mean it comes with 3 batteries. About $65.00 a pop. You will need them even if not using the grip.
Price has gone back up to $1299 from $999. That is still a 38% discount from original but ...

I agree with everything CatMarley says.

AndyGarcia

Cat Marley - You put it so much better than me. Thank you.

Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.

When you turn Sony cameras off, the lens stays open, wouldn't that lead to dusty sensors?

truckster Loc: Tampa Bay Area

I love my Nikon D7000, but since getting the Fuji X100F ... well, let's just say I'm now a Nikon/Fuji fanboy.

le boecere

However, a relatively miniscule core, apparently ~ especially in North America.