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X-H2 vs OM-1 Mark II
Quick take: The X-H2 has the highest resolution at 40MP; the X-H2 is the most affordable.
16 specs side by side·15 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
How to read this page. Highlighted cells win that row on the spec alone. Genre scores are the engine's base scores (enthusiast, photo and video); Camera Match re-weights them for your level and priorities. Price buttons are affiliate links; the price you pay is the same.
OM System
OM-1 Mark II 2024
Best for Wildlife, birds & outdoor sports
£2049
new today at 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.
OM-1 Mark II — Wildlife, Birds & Outdoor Sports: OM System's most capable camera — 120fps AF burst, AI subject detection, and IP53 weather sealing make it the best-value pro wildlife camera.
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
OM-1 Mark II (2024)
is the right camera for you if…
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need the best subject tracking in MFT
- Sports photographers who want weather sealing and 50fps burst
- OM-1 owners looking for a meaningful autofocus upgrade
- Professionals who need pro-grade weather sealing in the lightest possible system
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | X-H2Fujifilm · 2022 | OM-1 Mark IIOM System · 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,849Best | £2,049 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MPBest | 20.0MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 8.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 120fps with AF trackingBest |
| Battery Life | ~540 shots (CIPA, normal mode)Best | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g (body only) | 599g (body only)Best |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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
OM-1 Mark II
Portrait
8.2/10
7.6/10
Street
6.5/10
6.6/10
Travel
6.5/10
6.6/10
Wedding & Events
7.9/10
7.9/10
Vlogging & Video
6.4/10
6.4/10
Filmmaking
7.1/10
6.8/10
Documentary
7.7/10
7.9/10
Sports & Action
8.1/10
9.3/10
Landscape
7.1/10
6.1/10
Wildlife
8.2/10
9.1/10
Casual
5.4/10
5.5/10
Food
7.6/10
7.4/10
Macro
7.3/10
8.4/10
Architecture
7.3/10
6.3/10
Astrophotography
5.2/10
6.0/10
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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