Fujifilm
X-E3
Minimal rangefinder-style X body with 24MP X-Trans III and 4K video.
$899
Released Sep 2017
Fujifilm
X-H2
40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.
$1,999
Released Sep 2022
X-H2 is 5 years newer.
Wins
X-E3
Wins
X-H2
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX-H2 has higher RAW buffer depth (202 frames vs 23 frames)
- BX-H2 has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BX-H2 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BX-H2 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-E3
121 × 74 × 43 mm
337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz)
X-H2
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-E3 is 15mm narrower, 19mm shorter, and 42mm thinner than X-H2.
X-E3 is 323 g lighter than X-H2.
Depth (front-to-back): 43mm X-E3 · 85mm X-H2
Sensor size, to scale
X-E3
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
X-H2
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-E3
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X-H2
✓ 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-E3
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 121.3, 73.9, 42.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
337 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X-H2
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
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
202 frames vs 23 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — 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
- ✓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-E3
Pros
- ✓Compact rangefinder style
- ✓24MP X-Trans III
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Fixed rear screen
- –Older AF
X-H2
Pros
- ✓40MP APS-C
- ✓8K video
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –APS-C
- –Large files
- –Complex video modes
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-E3 or X-H2?
X-H2 scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X-E3 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-E3 and X-H2?
X-E3 is 24.3 MP and X-H2 is 40.2 MP, so the X-H2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-E3 and X-H2 have in-body image stabilization?
X-E3 does not have IBIS, while x-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-E3 or the X-H2?
X-E3 reaches 14 fps electronic. X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-E3 and X-H2?
X-E3 weighs 337 g and X-H2 weighs 660 g, so the X-E3 is 323 g lighter.
Do the X-E3 and X-H2 record 4K video?
X-E3: 4K up to 30p. X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-E3 and X-H2 weather sealed?
X-E3: No. X-H2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X-E3 and 540 shots for the X-H2, giving the X-H2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-E3 launched at $899 and X-H2 at $1,999. The X-E3 is $1,100 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.