Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Insta360
Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
Released Oct 2024
Ace Pro 2 is 2.4 years newer.
Wins
X-H2S
Wins
Ace Pro 2
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 0)
- BAce Pro 2 has lower Weight (177.2 g vs 660 g)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 20 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)
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)
X-H2S is 64mm wider, 41mm taller, and 47mm thicker than Ace Pro 2.
X-H2S is 483 g heavier than Ace Pro 2.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 38mm Ace Pro 2
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Ace Pro 2: 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
AF points / zones
425 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
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
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only X-H2S supports it
Reasons to choose
Ace Pro 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
177.2 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 26.16 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓IBIS effectiveness — Both 7 stops
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
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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 Ace Pro 2?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Ace Pro 2 — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and Ace Pro 2?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and Ace Pro 2 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while ace Pro 2 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the Ace Pro 2?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and Ace Pro 2?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 483 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and Ace Pro 2 record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and Ace Pro 2 weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. Ace Pro 2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 640 shots for the Ace Pro 2, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and Ace Pro 2 at $449. The Ace Pro 2 is $2,050 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.