X-H1vs S1 II
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.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
X-H1 (2018)
- Fujifilm photographers who want IBIS
- Landscape and travel photographers
- Wedding shooters on a budget
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The x-h1 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-h1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H1 (2018) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £500 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, F-Log | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (mechanical) | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 623g (body only) | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 139.8 × 97.3 × 85.5mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 3.69M dots, 0.75× magnification | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H1 | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Wedding & Events | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Sports & Action |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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