Fujifilm
X-H2
40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
Fujifilm
X-T1
Original weather-sealed X-T body with a large EVF and analog control layout.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Jan 2014
X-H2 is 8.6 years newer.
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Wins
X-H2
Wins
X-T1
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX-H2 has higher RAW buffer depth (202 frames vs 8 frames)
- AX-H2 has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AX-H2 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 8 fps)
- AX-H2 has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 16.3 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X-H2
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-T1
129 × 90 × 47 mm
440 g (0.97 lb / 15.52 oz)
X-H2 is 7mm wider, 3mm taller, and 38mm thicker than X-T1.
X-H2 is 220 g heavier than X-T1.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2 · 47mm X-T1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-H2
136 × 93 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-T1
129 × 90 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-H2
136 × 85 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-T1
129 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X-T1
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X-T1
✓ 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
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 8 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-T1
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129, 89.8, 46.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
440 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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-T1
Pros
- ✓Classic X-T design
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Large EVF
Cons
- –16MP sensor
- –No 4K
- –Old AF
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 wildlife, X-H2 or X-T1?
X-H2 scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X-T1 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2 and X-T1?
X-H2 is 40.2 MP and X-T1 is 16.3 MP, so the X-H2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2 and X-T1 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X-T1 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2 or the X-T1?
X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic. X-T1 reaches 8 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2 and X-T1?
X-H2 weighs 660 g and X-T1 weighs 440 g, so the X-T1 is 220 g lighter.
Do the X-H2 and X-T1 record 4K video?
X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-T1: Full HD.
Are the X-H2 and X-T1 weather sealed?
X-H2: Yes. X-T1: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2 and 350 shots for the X-T1, giving the X-H2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2 launched at $1,999 and X-T1 at $1,299. The X-T1 is $700 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.