Fujifilm
X-H2
40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.
$1,999
Released Sep 2022
Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
X-H2 is 3 months newer.
Wins
X-H2
Wins
X-H2S
12 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- BX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AX-H2 has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 26.16 MP)
- AX-H2 has lower ISO min (native) (125 vs 160)
- AX-H2 has higher RAW buffer depth (202 frames vs 175 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-H2
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-H2 and X-H2S share virtually identical body dimensions.
X-H2 and X-H2S weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2 · 85mm X-H2S
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2
✓ 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-H2
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 26.16 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
125 vs 160 — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
202 frames vs 175 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-H2S
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
580 shots vs 540 shots — higher is better
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
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 15 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-H2
Pros
- ✓40MP APS-C
- ✓8K video
- ✓IBIS
Cons
- –APS-C
- –Large files
- –Complex video modes
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 video, X-H2 or X-H2S?
X-H2 scores 9.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for X-H2S — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2 and X-H2S?
X-H2 is 40.2 MP and X-H2S is 26.16 MP, so the X-H2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2 and X-H2S have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2 or the X-H2S?
X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic. X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2 and X-H2S?
Both bodies weigh roughly 660 g.
Do the X-H2 and X-H2S record 4K video?
X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-H2S: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-H2 and X-H2S weather sealed?
X-H2: Yes. X-H2S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2 and 580 shots for the X-H2S, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2 launched at $1,999 and X-H2S at $2,499. The X-H2 is $500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.