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-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
X-E5 is 3 years newer.
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Wins
X-E5
Wins
X-H2S
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 66 frames)
- BX-H2S has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- BX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 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-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-E5 is 11mm narrower, 20mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than X-H2S.
X-E5 is 215 g lighter than X-H2S.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm X-E5 · 85mm X-H2S
Sensor size, to scale
X-E5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
X-H2S
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-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-E5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.9, 72.9, 39.1
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 26.16 MP — higher is better
Weight
445 g vs 660 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
125 vs 160 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X-H2S
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
175 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
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X-H2S supports it
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
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
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-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 sports, X-E5 or X-H2S?
X-H2S scores 9.5/10 versus 7.0/10 for X-E5 — 40fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X-E5 and X-H2S?
X-E5 is 40.2 MP and X-H2S is 26.16 MP, so the X-E5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-E5 and X-H2S have in-body image stabilization?
X-E5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-E5 or the X-H2S?
X-E5 reaches 20 fps electronic. X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-E5 and X-H2S?
X-E5 weighs 445 g and X-H2S weighs 660 g, so the X-E5 is 215 g lighter.
Do the X-E5 and X-H2S record 4K video?
X-E5: 4K up to 60p. X-H2S: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-E5 and X-H2S weather sealed?
X-E5: No. X-H2S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X-E5 and 580 shots for the X-H2S, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-E5 launched at $1,699 and X-H2S at $2,499. The X-E5 is $800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.