X-H2Svs S1 II
Fujifilm
X-H2S (2022)
Starting from £2499 new
Best for Sports, wildlife & professional video
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Sports, Wildlife & Professional Video — X-H2S (2022): The fastest Fujifilm ever made — 40fps, 4K/120p, and subject-detection AF that redefines what APS-C can do for action photography.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
X-H2S (2022)
- Sports and wildlife photographers who want mirrorless AF performance without full-frame prices
- Fujifilm videographers who need 4K/120p and internal ProRes in a compact body
- X-T5 owners who prioritise speed and video over resolution
- Professionals who need weather sealing down to -10°C and deep-grip ergonomics for heavy lenses
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The x-h2s has the highest resolution at 26mp; the s1 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2S (2022) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,499 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HS (stacked) | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/120p, 1080p/240p — Apple ProRes internal | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft, bird) | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS — best in the X-mount system | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 40fps electronic, 15fps mechanical | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | ~580 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.8× magnification | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, fully articulating | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual CFexpress Type B / SD UHS-II slots | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C (10Gbps), 3.5mm mic, HDMI full-size, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H2S | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Sports | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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