X-H2vs X-H2S
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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.
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-H2 (2022)
- Landscape and studio photographers who want maximum resolution in X-mount
- Commercial shooters who need 40MP files and pixel shift for critical detail
- X-T5 buyers who prefer a larger grip and top LCD panel
- Video shooters who want 8K and a fully articulating screen in one Fujifilm body
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-h2 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the x-h2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2 (2022) | X-H2S (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £2,499 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 6.2K/30p, 4K/120p, 1080p/240p — Apple ProRes internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft, bird) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 7-stop IBIS — best in the X-mount system |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 40fps electronic, 15fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | ~580 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 660g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.8× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" touchscreen, fully articulating |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Dual CFexpress Type B / SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (10Gbps), 3.5mm mic, HDMI full-size, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H2 | X-H2S |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Commercial | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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