Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Fujifilm
X-M1
Small entry X-mount body with a tilting screen and 16MP X-Trans sensor.
$699
Released Jun 2013
X-H2S is 8.9 years newer.
Wins
X-H2S
Wins
X-M1
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 10 frames)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 5.6 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 5.6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
X-M1
117 × 67 × 39 mm
330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
X-H2S is 19mm wider, 26mm taller, and 46mm thicker than X-M1.
X-H2S is 330 g heavier than X-M1.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 39mm X-M1
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X-M1
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X-M1
✓ 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-H2S
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
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 5.6 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Reasons to choose
X-M1
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.9, 66.5, 39
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
330 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-H2S
Pros
- ✓40fps burst
- ✓Stacked APS-C
- ✓6.2K video
- ✓Great AF
Cons
- –APS-C sensor
- –Complex menus
- –Crop for some modes
X-M1
Pros
- ✓Very compact
- ✓Tilting LCD
- ✓X-Trans sensor
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –Old AF
- –No 4K
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-H2S or X-M1?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X-M1 — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and X-M1?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and X-M1 is 16.3 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and X-M1 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-M1 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the X-M1?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. X-M1 reaches 5.6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and X-M1?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and X-M1 weighs 330 g, so the X-M1 is 330 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and X-M1 record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. X-M1: Full HD.
Are the X-H2S and X-M1 weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. X-M1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 350 shots for the X-M1, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and X-M1 at $699. The X-M1 is $1,800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.