Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Fujifilm
X100
The original fixed-lens premium compact that launched the X100 line and Fujifilm's modern revival.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2011
X-H2S is 11.3 years newer.
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Wins
X-H2S
Wins
X100
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 60 frames)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 15 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher Resolution (26.16 MP vs 12.3 MP)
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
X100
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
X-H2S is 10mm wider, 19mm taller, and 31mm thicker than X100.
X-H2S is 215 g heavier than X100.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 54mm X100
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X100
23.6 × 15.8 mm · APS-C
373 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X100: 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SDXC V90
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Reasons to choose
X100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
AA filter
Only X100 supports it
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
Weight
445 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
X100
Pros
- ✓Historic X100 origin
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder debut
- ✓Classic design
- ✓APS-C in compact
Cons
- –12MP very dated
- –Slow AF
- –No 4K
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm X-H2S
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-H2S or X100?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for X100 — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and X100?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and X100 is 12.3 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and X100 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X100 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the X100?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. X100 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and X100?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and X100 weighs 445 g, so the X100 is 215 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and X100 record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. X100: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and X100 weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. X100: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 640 shots for the X100, giving the X100 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and X100 at $1,199. The X100 is $1,300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.