Fujifilm
GFX 50S
First-generation GFX medium format body with 51.4MP files and modular pro ergonomics.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
X-H2S is 5.7 years newer.
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Wins
GFX 50S
Wins
X-H2S
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2S has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- BX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 13 frames)
- BX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 3 fps)
- BX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 3 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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GFX 50S
148 × 94 × 91 mm
920 g (2.03 lb / 32.45 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
GFX 50S is 11mm wider, 1mm taller, and 7mm thicker than X-H2S.
GFX 50S is 260 g heavier than X-H2S.
Depth (front-to-back): 91mm GFX 50S · 85mm X-H2S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GFX 50S
148 × 94 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-H2S
136 × 93 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
GFX 50S
148 × 91 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-H2S
136 × 85 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GFX 50S
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
3.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
GFX 50S: mount data unavailable
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
GFX 50S
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 147.5, 94.2, 91.4
Resolution
51.4 MP vs 26.16 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.85 × vs 0.8 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-H2S
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX 50S
Pros
- ✓51MP medium format
- ✓Modular EVF system
- ✓Excellent image quality
Cons
- –Slow contrast AF
- –Large body
- –No IBIS
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, GFX 50S or X-H2S?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for GFX 50S — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX 50S and X-H2S?
GFX 50S is 51.4 MP and X-H2S is 26.16 MP, so the GFX 50S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX 50S and X-H2S have in-body image stabilization?
GFX 50S does not have IBIS, while X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX 50S or the X-H2S?
GFX 50S reaches 3 fps electronic. X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX 50S and X-H2S?
GFX 50S weighs 920 g and X-H2S weighs 660 g, so the X-H2S is 260 g lighter.
Do the GFX 50S and X-H2S record 4K video?
GFX 50S: Full HD. X-H2S: 4K up to 120p.
Are the GFX 50S and X-H2S weather sealed?
GFX 50S: Yes. X-H2S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the GFX 50S and 580 shots for the X-H2S, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX 50S launched at $6,499 and X-H2S at $2,499. The X-H2S is $4,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm press materials.