Fujifilm
X-H2
40MP APS-C hybrid with 8K video and pro stills resolution.
$1,999
Released Sep 2022
Fujifilm
X70
Pocketable APS-C compact with a fixed 28mm-equivalent f/2.8 lens and tilting touchscreen.
$699
Released Jan 2016
X-H2 is 6.7 years newer.
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Wins
X-H2
Wins
X70
2 categories tied
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 10 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
X-H2
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X70
113 × 64 × 44 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
X-H2 is 24mm wider, 29mm taller, and 40mm thicker than X70.
X-H2 is 320 g heavier than X70.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2 · 44mm X70
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X70
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X70: mount data unavailable
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 10 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
X70
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112.5, 64.4, 44.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
340 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
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
X70
Pros
- ✓APS-C pocket compact
- ✓28mm-equivalent lens
- ✓Tilting touchscreen
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –No 4K
- –Discontinued
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-H2 or X70?
X-H2 scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X70 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2 and X70?
X-H2 is 40.2 MP and X70 is 16.3 MP, so the X-H2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2 and X70 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x70 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2 or the X70?
X-H2 reaches 20 fps electronic. X70 reaches 8 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2 and X70?
X-H2 weighs 660 g and X70 weighs 340 g, so the X70 is 320 g lighter.
Do the X-H2 and X70 record 4K video?
X-H2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X70: Full HD.
Are the X-H2 and X70 weather sealed?
X-H2: Yes. X70: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2 and 330 shots for the X70, giving the X-H2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2 launched at $1,999 and X70 at $699. The X70 is $1,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.