Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
EOS R6 Mark II is 6 months newer.
Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
X-H2S
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 12,800)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 425)
- BX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 340 Mbps)
- BX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 160)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 2mm wider, 6mm taller, and 4mm thicker than X-H2S.
EOS R6 Mark II is 20 g heavier than X-H2S.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 85mm X-H2S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
X-H2S
136 × 93 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
X-H2S
136 × 85 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm 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 R6 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 12,800 — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 425 — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R6 Mark II supports it
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
760 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 7 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-H2S
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SDXC V90
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 340 Mbps — higher is better
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -6.5 EV — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 40 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R6 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Up to 40fps electronic burst
- ✓4K 60p oversampled from 6K
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II — superb subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
Cons
- –24.2MP may feel limiting for large prints
- –No CFexpress on base body
- –Short battery life vs. A7 IV
X-H2S
Pros
- ✓40fps burst
- ✓Stacked APS-C
- ✓6.2K video
- ✓Great AF
Cons
- –APS-C sensor
- –Complex menus
- –Crop for some modes
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R6 Mark II or X-H2S?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for EOS R6 Mark II — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X-H2S?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and X-H2S is 26.16 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X-H2S have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the X-H2S?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and X-H2S?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g and X-H2S weighs 660 g, so the X-H2S is 20 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and X-H2S record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. X-H2S: 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and X-H2S weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. X-H2S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 580 shots for the X-H2S, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $2,499.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.