X-H2vs Lumix S5 II
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Lumix S5 II (2023)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for Hybrid video & photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — 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.
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
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
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- Hybrid photographers who want phase-detect AF for the first time on a Lumix S body
- Video creators who want 6K and reliable subject tracking in a full-frame body
- S5 owners upgrading to the most significant Lumix full-frame update in years
- L-mount photographers who want the best value full-frame Lumix available
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) | Lumix S5 II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 740g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H2 | Lumix S5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Commercial | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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