Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Fujifilm
X-T5
40.2MP APS-C flagship with unrivaled still quality and 20 film simulations.
$1,699
Released Nov 2022
X-T5 is 5 months newer.
Wins
X-H2S
Wins
X-T5
10 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 72 frames)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 360 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,690,000)
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-T5
130 × 91 × 64 mm
557 g (1.23 lb / 19.65 oz)
X-H2S is 7mm wider, 2mm taller, and 21mm thicker than X-T5.
X-H2S is 103 g heavier than X-T5.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 64mm X-T5
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
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-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X-T5
✓ 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 72 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 360 Mbps — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X-H2S supports it
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-T5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.5, 91, 63.8
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 26.16 MP — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
ISO min (native)
125 vs 160 — lower is better
Weight
557 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 15 fps
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-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
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X-H2S or X-T5?
X-T5 scores 6.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for X-H2S — 40.2MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and X-T5?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and X-T5 is 40.2 MP, so the X-T5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and X-T5 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-T5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the X-T5?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. X-T5 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and X-T5?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and X-T5 weighs 557 g, so the X-T5 is 103 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and X-T5 record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. X-T5: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and X-T5 weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. X-T5: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 580 shots for the X-T5, giving the X-T5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and X-T5 at $1,699. The X-T5 is $800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.