Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
JVC
GY-HC500U
Connected Cam 1-inch camcorder with 20x zoom, 4K60p ProRes 422 10-bit, HLG/J-Log1, 3G-SDI, weather sealing, and SRT streaming.
$3,395
Launch priceReleased Sep 2019
X-H2S is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
X-H2S
Wins
GY-HC500U
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 0)
- AX-H2S has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher Resolution (26.16 MP vs 9.35 MP)
- BGY-HC500U has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
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
GY-HC500U
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
X-H2S is 2mm wider, 2mm taller, and 13mm thicker than GY-HC500U.
X-H2S is 80 g heavier than GY-HC500U.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 72mm GY-HC500U
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
GY-HC500U
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
GY-HC500U: 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 low-light limit
-7 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
425 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SDXC V90
Resolution
26.16 MP vs 9.35 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GY-HC500U
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
AA filter
Only GY-HC500U 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
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Weight
580 g vs 660 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓IBIS effectiveness — Both 7 stops
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
GY-HC500U
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor + 20x f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓4K60p Apple ProRes 422 internal
- ✓HLG / J-Log1 HDR
- ✓3G-SDI + weather-resistant body
- ✓SRT / RTMP streaming
Cons
- –Heavy at 3.6 kg configured
- –SSD ProRes needs optional adapter
- –Premium over GY-HM250
- –9.35MP effective sensor
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X-H2S and GY-HC500U at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm X-H2S
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X-H2S or GY-HC500U?
X-H2S scores 9.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for GY-HC500U — 40fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and GY-HC500U?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and GY-HC500U is 9.35 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and GY-HC500U have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while GY-HC500U has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the GY-HC500U?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. GY-HC500U reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and GY-HC500U?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and GY-HC500U weighs 580 g, so the GY-HC500U is 80 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and GY-HC500U record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. GY-HC500U: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and GY-HC500U weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. GY-HC500U: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 640 shots for the GY-HC500U, giving the GY-HC500U the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and GY-HC500U at $3,395. The X-H2S is $896 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.