X-H1vs Leica SL2
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.
Commercial, Landscape, Video — Leica SL2 (2019): Leica's most capable system camera — excellent for photographers who want L-mount glass access.
Who should buy what
X-H1 (2018)
- Fujifilm photographers who want IBIS
- Landscape and travel photographers
- Wedding shooters on a budget
Leica SL2 (2019)
- Commercial photographers who want Leica quality with modern AF
- Filmmakers who want Leica glass with video capability
Quick take: The leica sl2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the x-h1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H1 (2018) | Leica SL2 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £500 | £4,200 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | Full-frame CMOS 35mm |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 47.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, F-Log | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (mechanical) | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | 370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 623g (body only) | 835g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 139.8 × 97.3 × 85.5mm | 146.0 × 107.0 × 80.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 3.69M dots, 0.75× magnification | EVF 0.78× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.2" fixed touchscreen, 2.10M-dot |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-Mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H1 | Leica SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Wedding & Events | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Architecture | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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