X-H2Svs Z5
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.
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-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
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-h2s has the highest resolution at 26mp; the z5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2S (2022) | Z5 (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,499 | £999 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HS (stacked) | 24.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/120p, 1080p/240p — Apple ProRes internal | 4K/30p (with crop), 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft, bird) | Hybrid AF — 273 phase-detect points, eye/subject detection |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS — best in the X-mount system | IBIS — up to 5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 40fps electronic, 15fps mechanical | 4.5fps |
| Battery Life | ~580 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, 0.8× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.8× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, fully articulating | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual CFexpress Type B / SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C (10Gbps), 3.5mm mic, HDMI full-size, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H2S | Z5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sports | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Everyday | — |
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