X-H2vs Z5 II
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.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible 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 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The x-h2 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the z5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2 (2022) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| 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 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H2 | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Commercial | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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