Fujifilm
X-E1
Early X-mount EVF body with 16MP X-Trans image quality in a compact shell.
$999
Released Sep 2012
Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
X-H2S is 9.8 years newer.
Wins
X-E1
Wins
X-H2S
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2S has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 8 frames)
- BX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- BX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 6 fps)
- BX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-E1
129 × 75 × 38 mm
350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-E1 is 7mm narrower, 18mm shorter, and 46mm thinner than X-H2S.
X-E1 is 310 g lighter than X-H2S.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X-E1 · 85mm X-H2S
Sensor size, to scale
X-E1
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-E1
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
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
X-E1
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129, 74.9, 38.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
350 g vs 660 g — lower 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 8 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-E1
Pros
- ✓Classic rendering
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Compact
Cons
- –Very old AF
- –No 4K
- –Low-res rear LCD
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, X-E1 or X-H2S?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X-E1 — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-E1 and X-H2S?
X-E1 is 16.3 MP and X-H2S is 26.16 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-E1 and X-H2S have in-body image stabilization?
X-E1 does not have IBIS, while x-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-E1 or the X-H2S?
X-E1 reaches 6 fps electronic. X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-E1 and X-H2S?
X-E1 weighs 350 g and X-H2S weighs 660 g, so the X-E1 is 310 g lighter.
Do the X-E1 and X-H2S record 4K video?
X-E1: Full HD. X-H2S: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-E1 and X-H2S weather sealed?
X-E1: No. X-H2S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X-E1 and 580 shots for the X-H2S, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-E1 launched at $999 and X-H2S at $2,499. The X-E1 is $1,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.