Fujifilm
X-H1
Rugged APS-C flagship that introduced IBIS to Fujifilm X with a pro video-focused body.
$1,899
Released Feb 2018
Fujifilm
X-H2
40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.
$1,999
Released Sep 2022
X-H2 is 4.6 years newer.
Wins
X-H1
Wins
X-H2
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2 has higher RAW buffer depth (202 frames vs 27 frames)
- BX-H2 has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BX-H2 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX-H2 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 8 fps)
- BX-H2 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (540 shots vs 310 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-H1
140 × 97 × 86 mm
673 g (1.48 lb / 23.74 oz)
X-H2
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-H1 is 4mm wider, 4mm taller, and 1mm thicker than X-H2.
X-H1 is 13 g heavier than X-H2.
Depth (front-to-back): 86mm X-H1 · 85mm X-H2
Sensor size, to scale
X-H1
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-H1
✓ 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-H1
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.8, 97.3, 85.5
Reasons to choose
X-H2
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
RAW buffer depth
202 frames vs 27 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SDXC V90
Animal / bird AF
Only X-H2 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
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-H1
Pros
- ✓5-axis IBIS
- ✓Rugged weather-sealed build
- ✓4K video
- ✓Large grip
Cons
- –Older AF
- –Heavy for APS-C
- –Superseded
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-H1 or X-H2?
X-H2 scores 10.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X-H1 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H1 and X-H2?
X-H1 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-H1 and X-H2 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H1 has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H1 or the X-H2?
X-H1 reaches 14 fps electronic. X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H1 and X-H2?
X-H1 weighs 673 g and X-H2 weighs 660 g, so the X-H2 is 13 g lighter.
Do the X-H1 and X-H2 record 4K video?
X-H1: 4K up to 30p. X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H1 and X-H2 weather sealed?
X-H1: Yes. X-H2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X-H1 and 540 shots for the X-H2, giving the X-H2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H1 launched at $1,899 and X-H2 at $1,999. The X-H1 is $100 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.