Fujifilm
X-E5
Compact rangefinder-style X-mount body with 40MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR, 7-stop IBIS, and 6.2K video.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Jun 2025
Fujifilm
X-H2
40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
X-E5 is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
X-E5
Wins
X-H2
10 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2 has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BX-H2 has higher RAW buffer depth (202 frames vs 66 frames)
- BX-H2 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BX-H2 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BX-H2 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 8 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX-E5
125 × 73 × 39 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-H2
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-E5 is 11mm narrower, 20mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than X-H2.
X-E5 is 215 g lighter than X-H2.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm X-E5 · 85mm X-H2
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-E5
125 × 73 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-H2
136 × 93 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-E5
125 × 39 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-H2
136 × 85 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-E5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
X-H2
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-E5
✓ 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-E5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.9, 72.9, 39.1
Weight
445 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X-H2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
202 frames vs 66 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X-H2 supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X-H2 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 40.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 125
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-E5
Pros
- ✓40MP compact X body
- ✓7-stop IBIS
- ✓6.2K video
- ✓Classic rangefinder-style design
Cons
- –Small grip
- –Single card slot
- –Premium compact body
X-H2
Pros
- ✓40MP APS-C
- ✓8K video
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –APS-C
- –Large files
- –Complex video 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 video, X-E5 or X-H2?
X-H2 scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for X-E5 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the X-E5 and X-H2?
Both cameras share the same 40.2 MP resolution.
Do the X-E5 and X-H2 have in-body image stabilization?
X-E5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-E5 or the X-H2?
X-E5 reaches 20 fps electronic. X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-E5 and X-H2?
X-E5 weighs 445 g and X-H2 weighs 660 g, so the X-E5 is 215 g lighter.
Do the X-E5 and X-H2 record 4K video?
X-E5: 4K up to 60p. X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-E5 and X-H2 weather sealed?
X-E5: No. X-H2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X-E5 and 540 shots for the X-H2, giving the X-H2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-E5 launched at $1,699 and X-H2 at $1,999. The X-E5 is $300 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.