X-A7vs X-H2vs OM System TG-7
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
High-Res Stills & Landscape — X-H2 (2022): Fujifilm's highest-resolution X-mount body — 40MP, 8K video, weather sealing, and 7-stop IBIS for serious photographers.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Who should buy what
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
X-H2 (2022)
- You need both high-resolution stills and 8K/4K video from one APS-C body
- You shoot commercial photography or video production professionally
- You want the most technically capable camera in Fujifilm's X-series lineup
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
Quick take: The x-h2 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable; only the x-h2, om system tg-7 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | X-H2 (2022) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £1,399 | £449 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 40.2MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 7-stop IBIS | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~680 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 660g body only | 253g |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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