X-H2vs Leica M11vs Sony FX30
Which should you buy?
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.
Rangefinder Enthusiasts & Collectors — Leica M11 (2022): 60MP of full-frame resolution in the thinnest digital M ever made — the M11 is the definitive expression of Leica's rangefinder tradition.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
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
Leica M11 (2022)
- You shoot street, documentary, or reportage and prefer manual focus discipline
- You value a discreet, minimal camera that doesn't draw attention in public
- You're willing to invest time in the rangefinder learning curve for a uniquely rewarding experience
Sony FX30 (2022)
- You're a filmmaker or video producer who wants Sony cinema colour in a compact, affordable body
- You want 4K/120fps slow motion without the cost of an FX3 or FX6
- You shoot documentary, corporate video, or YouTube content at a professional standard
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the x-h2 is the most affordable; only the x-h2, sony fx30 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2 (2022) | Leica M11 (2022) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £7,999 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 60.0MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | None | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | None | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 4.5fps | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 530g body only | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica M-mount | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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