X-H2vs Leica Q3vs Sigma fp
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Sigma fp (2019)
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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.
Travel, Street & Premium Compact Shooters — Leica Q3 (2023): 60MP, Summilux 28mm, IBIS, and weather sealing — the Q3 is the ultimate fixed-lens camera for those who can justify the cost.
Creative Filmmakers & Experimental Photographers — Sigma fp (2019): The smallest full-frame camera in the world — Cinema DNG RAW and L-mount flexibility in a pocket-sized body that rewards creative shooters.
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 Q3 (2023)
- You want a single camera that's ready for anything, anywhere — no lens changes needed
- You shoot street, travel, or documentary and want full-frame quality in a compact body
- You appreciate Leica optical quality and are comfortable committing to one focal length
Sigma fp (2019)
- You're a filmmaker building a cinema rig where the smallest full-frame body is essential
- You want L-mount compatibility to pair with Sigma Art or Leica SL lenses
- You prioritise video and cinema colour over stills ergonomics and functionality
Quick take: The leica q3 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the x-h2 is the most affordable; only the x-h2, leica q3 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2 (2022) | Leica Q3 (2023) | Sigma fp (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £5,999 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 60.0MP | 24.6MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 8K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 5.5-stop IBIS | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 15fps | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | 380 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 743g | 422g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 130.0 × 80.3 × 91.0mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | 0.787" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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