Canon
EOS 7D Mark II
APS-C sports DSLR flagship with 20.2MP, 10fps burst, 65-point cross-type AF, Dual Pixel live-view AF, and pro magnesium build.
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Sep 2014
Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
X-H2S is 7.7 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D Mark II
Wins
X-H2S
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 0 fps)
- BX-H2S has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 24 frames)
- BX-H2S has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 65)
- BX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 7D Mark II
149 × 112 × 78 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
EOS 7D Mark II is 6mm thinner than X-H2S but it is also 12mm wider and 20mm taller.
EOS 7D Mark II is 160 g heavier than X-H2S.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm EOS 7D Mark II · 85mm X-H2S
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D Mark II
22.4 × 15 mm · APS-C
336 mm² area
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 7D Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
X-H2S
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS 7D Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds Human face (iTR AF)
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MOV / MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.6, 112.4, 78.2
Card types
Adds CF (UDMA 7), SD UHS-I
AA filter
Only EOS 7D Mark II supports it
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
16,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.8 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-H2S
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 24 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 7D Mark II
Pros
- ✓10fps with 65 cross-type AF points
- ✓Dual DIGIC 6 + Dual Pixel CMOS AF
- ✓CF + SD dual card slots
- ✓Weather-sealed magnesium body
- ✓Built-in GPS
Cons
- –20MP resolution behind newer bodies
- –No 4K video (1080p60 max)
- –No Wi-Fi built-in
- –DSLR platform aging
X-H2S
Pros
- ✓40fps burst
- ✓Stacked APS-C
- ✓6.2K video
- ✓Great AF
Cons
- –APS-C sensor
- –Complex menus
- –Crop for some modes
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS 7D Mark II or X-H2S?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for EOS 7D Mark II — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and X-H2S?
EOS 7D Mark II is 20.2 MP and X-H2S is 26.16 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 7D Mark II and X-H2S have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 7D Mark II does not have IBIS, while X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D Mark II or the X-H2S?
EOS 7D Mark II reaches 10 fps electronic. X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and X-H2S?
EOS 7D Mark II weighs 820 g and X-H2S weighs 660 g, so the X-H2S is 160 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D Mark II and X-H2S record 4K video?
EOS 7D Mark II: Full HD (1920 × 1080). X-H2S: 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS 7D Mark II and X-H2S weather sealed?
EOS 7D Mark II: Yes. X-H2S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 670 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D Mark II and 580 shots for the X-H2S, giving the EOS 7D Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D Mark II launched at $1,799 and X-H2S at $2,499. The EOS 7D Mark II is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.