Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
X100VI is 1.8 years newer.
Wins
X-H2S
Wins
X100VI
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 52 frames)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 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)
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
X-H2S is 8mm wider, 18mm taller, and 29mm thicker than X100VI.
X-H2S is 139 g heavier than X100VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 55mm X100VI
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X100VI: 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
175 frames vs 52 frames — 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
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 26.16 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
125 vs 160 — lower is better
Weight
521 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
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
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
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, X-H2S or X100VI?
X-H2S scores 6.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for X100VI — 4K 120p slow-motion.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and X100VI?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the X100VI?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and X100VI?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the X100VI is 139 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and X100VI record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and X100VI weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. X100VI: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and X100VI at $1,599. The X100VI is $900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.