X-H1vs Sony FX30
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.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
X-H1 (2018)
- Fujifilm photographers who want IBIS
- Landscape and travel photographers
- Wedding shooters on a budget
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
Quick take: The sony fx30 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) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £500 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, F-Log | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (mechanical) | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 623g (body only) | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 139.8 × 97.3 × 85.5mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 3.69M dots, 0.75× magnification | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H1 | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Wedding & Events | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Documentary | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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