X-H1vs X-H2S
Fujifilm
X-H2S (2022)
Starting from £2499 new
Best for Sports, wildlife & professional video
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Landscape & Travel — X-H1 (2018): The X-H1 was Fujifilm's first IBIS-equipped camera and remains the most ergonomic X-mount body ever made. Its deep grip and build quality are class-leading. The 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor delivers outstanding image quality. Video spec is slightly dated but F-Log recording is supported. An excellent used-market buy for photographers who want Fujifilm's film simulations with body-based stabilisation at a fraction of current prices.
Sports, Wildlife & Professional Video — X-H2S (2022): The fastest Fujifilm ever made — 40fps, 4K/120p, and subject-detection AF that redefines what APS-C can do for action photography.
Who should buy what
X-H1 (2018)
- Fujifilm photographers who want IBIS
- Landscape and travel photographers
- Wedding shooters on a budget
X-H2S (2022)
- Sports and wildlife photographers who want mirrorless AF performance without full-frame prices
- Fujifilm videographers who need 4K/120p and internal ProRes in a compact body
- X-T5 owners who prioritise speed and video over resolution
- Professionals who need weather sealing down to -10°C and deep-grip ergonomics for heavy lenses
Quick take: The x-h2s has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-h1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H1 (2018) | X-H2S (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £500 | £2,499 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, F-Log | 6.2K/30p, 4K/120p, 1080p/240p — Apple ProRes internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft, bird) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 7-stop IBIS — best in the X-mount system |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (mechanical) | 40fps electronic, 15fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | ~580 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 623g (body only) | 660g body only |
| Dimensions | 139.8 × 97.3 × 85.5mm | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 3.69M dots, 0.75× magnification | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.8× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" touchscreen, fully articulating |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual CFexpress Type B / SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (10Gbps), 3.5mm mic, HDMI full-size, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H1 | X-H2S |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Sports | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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