Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Fujifilm
X-T30 III
Compact X-T series body with flagship AF in a small package.
$899
Launch priceReleased Aug 2025
X-T30 III is 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
X-H2S
Wins
X-T30 III
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 23 frames)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- AX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 59.94 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-T30 III
118 × 83 × 47 mm
378 g (0.83 lb / 13.33 oz)
X-H2S is 18mm wider, 10mm taller, and 38mm thicker than X-T30 III.
X-H2S is 282 g heavier than X-T30 III.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 47mm X-T30 III
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-H2S
136 × 93 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-T30 III
118 × 83 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-H2S
136 × 85 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-T30 III
118 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X-T30 III
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X-T30 III: 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-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
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 23 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-T30 III
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, Birds, Eyes…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.4, 82.8, 46.8
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
378 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 160
- ✓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
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-T30 III
Pros
- ✓Small body
- ✓Modern AF
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Smaller grip
- –Enthusiast not pro build
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X-H2S and X-T30 III at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-T30 III
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-H2S or X-T30 III?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for X-T30 III — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and X-T30 III?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and X-T30 III is 26.1 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and X-T30 III have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X-T30 III does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the X-T30 III?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. X-T30 III reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and X-T30 III?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and X-T30 III weighs 378 g, so the X-T30 III is 282 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and X-T30 III record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. X-T30 III: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the X-H2S and X-T30 III weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. X-T30 III: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 315 shots for the X-T30 III, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and X-T30 III at $899. The X-T30 III is $1,600 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.