X-H2vs Z5
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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.
Entry-Level Full-Frame & Dslr Switchers — Z5 (2020): The most affordable route into full-frame Z — dual card slots, IBIS, and a capable sensor at an accessible price.
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
Z5 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to full-frame mirrorless for the first time
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame image quality on a tighter budget
- Photographers stepping up from APS-C who don't need fast burst or 4K
- Z5 II shoppers on a budget — the original Z5 is now excellent value used
Quick take: The x-h2 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the z5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2 (2022) | Z5 (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £999 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 24.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 4K/30p (with crop), 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Hybrid AF — 273 phase-detect points, eye/subject detection |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | IBIS — up to 5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 4.5fps |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 590g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 134 × 100.5 × 69.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.8× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H2 | Z5 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Commercial | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Sports | — |
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