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Fujifilm

X-H2

40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.

$1,999

Released Sep 2022

vs

Fujifilm

X-T5

40.2MP APS-C flagship with unrivaled still quality and 20 film simulations.

$1,699

Released Nov 2022

X-T5 is 2 months newer.

Wins

3categories

X-H2

WildlifeVideo & Hybrid

Wins

2categories

X-T5

WildlifePortrait

13 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

X-H2 wins 3 categories·X-T5 wins 2 categories
  • AX-H2 has higher RAW buffer depth (202 frames vs 72 frames)
  • AX-H2 has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 360 Mbps)
  • AX-H2 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,690,000)
  • BX-T5 has lower Weight (557 g vs 660 g)
  • BX-T5 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (580 shots vs 540 shots)

Key specs at a glance

X-H2X-T5
Resolution40.2 MP40.2 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst20 fps20 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS7-stop7-stop
Weight660 g557 g
Battery540 shots580 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X-H2

136 × 93 × 85 mm

660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)

X-T5

130 × 91 × 64 mm

557 g (1.23 lb / 19.65 oz)

X-H2 is 7mm wider, 2mm taller, and 21mm thicker than X-T5.

X-H2 is 103 g heavier than X-T5.

Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2 · 64mm X-T5

Sensor size, to scale

X-H2

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

X-T5

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 mm² area

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

X-H2

✓ more lenses

Fujifilm X

105+

native lenses available

45 first-party60 third-party

X-T5

✓ more lenses

Fujifilm X

105+

native lenses available

45 first-party60 third-party

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

Use caseX-H2X-T5
Portrait
7.5Good
7.5Good
Sports & Action
8.5Excellent✓ wins
7.5Good
Video & Hybrid
9.0Excellent✓ wins
5.5Fair
Landscape
6.5Good
6.5Good
Travel
6.0Good
7.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
10.0Excellent
10.0Excellent
Vlogging
5.5Fair
7.0Good✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X-H2

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6

  • RAW buffer depth

    202 frames vs 72 frames — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT

  • Max video bit rate

    720 Mbps vs 360 Mbps — higher is better

  • Headphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only X-H2 supports it

  • EVF resolution

    5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B

Reasons to choose

X-T5

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 129.5, 91, 63.8

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Weight

    557 g vs 660 g — lower is better

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    580 shots vs 540 shots — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 40.2 MP
  • ISO min (native)Both 125
  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • AF points / zonesBoth 425
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af

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-T5

Pros

  • 40.2MP APS-C — rivals full-frame for detail
  • Compact retro body (557g)
  • 7-stop IBIS in a small body
  • 20 film simulations including Velvia, Provia

Cons

  • 4K 60p has a 1.29× crop
  • 3-way tilt LCD — no full articulation
  • APS-C crop factor (1.5×) for full-frame lenses

Full specifications

= category winner

X-H2
X-T5
Resolution
40.2 MP
40.2 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.6 mm
23.5 x 15.7 mm
AA filter
No
No
X-H2
X-T5
AF system
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
AF points / zones
425
425
AF frame coverage
100 %
100 %
AF low-light limit
-7 EV
-7 EV
Eye AF
Yes
Yes
Animal / bird AF
Yes
Yes
Subject recognition
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
X-H2
X-T5
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps
15 fps
Burst (electronic)
20 fps
20 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Yes
Yes
RAW buffer depth
202 frames2.8× more
72 frames
X-H2
X-T5
Max resolution
8K
6.2K
4K max frame rate
60 fps
60 fps
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps2× more
360 Mbps
Internal RAW video
Yes
Yes
Log profile
F-Log / F-Log2
F-Log / F-Log2
Codecs
Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, H.265, H.264
H.265, H.264
X-H2
X-T5
Weight
660 g
557 g−103 g less
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6 mm
129.5 × 91 × 63.8 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for video, X-H2 or X-T5?

X-H2 scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for X-T5 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.

What's the resolution difference between the X-H2 and X-T5?

Both cameras share the same 40.2 MP resolution.

Do the X-H2 and X-T5 have in-body image stabilization?

X-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-T5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2 or the X-T5?

X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic. X-T5 reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X-H2 and X-T5?

X-H2 weighs 660 g and X-T5 weighs 557 g, so the X-T5 is 103 g lighter.

Do the X-H2 and X-T5 record 4K video?

X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-T5: 4K up to 60p.

Are the X-H2 and X-T5 weather sealed?

X-H2: Yes. X-T5: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2 and 580 shots for the X-T5, giving the X-T5 the edge.

How much does each cost?

X-H2 launched at $1,999 and X-T5 at $1,699. The X-T5 is $300 less.

Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.