X-H2vs Leica SL3vs Nikon Z8
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.
Professional & Luxury Hybrid Shooters — Leica SL3 (2024): Leica's most capable mirrorless — 60MP, 30fps burst, 8K ProRes, and 7.5-stop IBIS with L-mount's growing lens ecosystem.
Sports, Wildlife & Hybrid Professionals — Nikon Z8 (2023): Z9 performance in a compact body — 45MP, 8K/60p RAW, and 20fps burst without the bulk or price of the flagship.
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 SL3 (2024)
- You want Leica image quality with the convenience of autofocus and interchangeable lenses
- You shoot portraits, commercial, or editorial and want the best Leica system camera
- You plan to use Leica M lenses via adapter alongside native SL glass
Nikon Z8 (2023)
- You need Z9-level performance in a more travel-friendly and portable body
- You shoot wildlife, weddings, or sport and need exceptional resolution with speed
- You want the best Nikon mirrorless body available without carrying the full Z9
Quick take: The leica sl3 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the x-h2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2 (2022) | Leica SL3 (2024) | Nikon Z8 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £6,499 | £3,999 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 45.7MP full-frame BSI stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 60.0MP | 45.7MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 8K/30p, 4K/60p, Apple ProRes | 8K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, ProRes RAW |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Subject detection AF, 493-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 7.5-stop IBIS | 6-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic | 20fps RAW / 120fps JPEG |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | 410 shots (CIPA) | 330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 875g body only | 910g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 146.0 × 104.0 × 42.0mm | 144.0 × 118.5 × 83.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | 0.78" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | 0.5" Quad-VGA OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 120fps |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" fixed touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual CFexpress Type B / XQD |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth |
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