Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Fujifilm
X100S
Second-generation X100 with 16MP X-Trans sensor and fixed 35mm-equivalent lens.
$1,299
Released Jan 2013
X-H2S is 9.4 years newer.
Wins
X-H2S
Wins
X100S
2 categories tied
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 8 frames)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 6 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 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)
X100S
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
X-H2S is 10mm wider, 19mm taller, and 31mm thicker than X100S.
X-H2S is 215 g heavier than X100S.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 54mm X100S
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X100S
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X100S: 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 8 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Reasons to choose
X100S
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
445 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
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
X100S
Pros
- ✓Classic fixed-lens design
- ✓X-Trans sensor
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder
Cons
- –Very old AF
- –No 4K
- –Fixed screen
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-H2S or X100S?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X100S — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and X100S?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and X100S is 16.3 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and X100S have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x100S does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the X100S?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. X100S reaches 6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and X100S?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and X100S weighs 445 g, so the X100S is 215 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and X100S record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. X100S: Full HD.
Are the X-H2S and X100S weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. X100S: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 330 shots for the X100S, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and X100S at $1,299. The X100S is $1,200 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.