X-H2Svs OM-5
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.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
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
OM-5 (2022)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need a compact, weather-sealed body
- Travellers who want MFT's compact size with pro-level weather protection
- E-M5 III owners upgrading to OM System's improved subject detection
- Photographers who want strong IBIS and rugged build without OM-1 pricing
Quick take: The x-h2s has the highest resolution at 26mp; the om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2S (2022) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,499 | £899 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HS (stacked) | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/120p, 1080p/240p — Apple ProRes internal | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft, bird) | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS — best in the X-mount system | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 40fps electronic, 15fps mechanical | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~580 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.8× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, fully articulating | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| 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, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H2S | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sports | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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