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X-H2 vs Z50 II
Quick take: The X-H2 has the highest resolution at 40MP; the Z50 II is the most affordable.
16 specs side by side·15 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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Verdictwhich should you buy?
X-H2 — High-Res Stills & Landscape: Fujifilm's highest-resolution X-mount body — 40MP, 8K video, weather sealing, and 7-stop IBIS for serious photographers.
Z50 II — All-Round Photography: Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
Who should buy what
X-H2 (2022)
is the right camera for you if…
- 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
Z50 II (2024)
is the right camera for you if…
- Beginners stepping into the Nikon Z system wanting improved autofocus
- Content creators who want APS-C Z quality with subject detection AF
- Z50 owners who want meaningfully better AF performance for people and pets
- Travel photographers wanting a compact, capable Z body at an accessible price
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | X-H2Fujifilm · 2022 | Z50 IINikon · 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,849 | £939Best |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MPBest | 20.9MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | No stabilisation |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronicBest | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~540 shots (CIPA, normal mode)Best | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g (body only) | 385g (body only)Best |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
X-H2
Z50 II
Portrait
8.2/10
7.2/10
Street
6.5/10
6.4/10
Travel
6.5/10
6.2/10
Wedding & Events
7.9/10
6.3/10
Vlogging & Video
6.4/10
7.0/10
Filmmaking
7.1/10
6.0/10
Documentary
7.7/10
7.0/10
Sports & Action
8.1/10
7.9/10
Landscape
7.1/10
5.5/10
Wildlife
8.2/10
8.1/10
Casual
5.4/10
6.4/10
Food
7.6/10
6.7/10
Macro
7.3/10
6.0/10
Architecture
7.3/10
5.5/10
Astrophotography
5.2/10
5.5/10
Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →
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