Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Nikon
D3200
Groundbreaking 24MP entry DX DSLR with EXPEED 3, Guide Mode, and 1080p30 video — brought high resolution to the budget tier.
$699
Launch priceReleased Apr 2012
X-H2S is 10.1 years newer.
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Wins
X-H2S
Wins
D3200
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 11 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher RAW buffer depth (175 frames vs 60 frames)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
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
D3200
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
X-H2S is 2mm narrower, 5mm shorter, and 3mm thinner than D3200.
X-H2S is 140 g heavier than D3200.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 88mm D3200
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
D3200
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
D3200
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
native lenses available
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
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 11 fps — 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 (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
D3200
AF low-light limit
-8.5 EV vs -7 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
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
520 g vs 660 g — lower is better
AF points / zones
493 vs 425 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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
D3200
Pros
- ✓24.2MP at entry price (2012)
- ✓Guide Mode tutorials
- ✓Affordable used body
- ✓Huge F-mount lens library
- ✓Good stills IQ for era
Cons
- –Dated EXPEED 3
- –1080p30 video only
- –11-point AF, 4 fps
- –No articulating screen
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 sports, X-H2S or D3200?
X-H2S scores 9.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for D3200 — 40fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and D3200?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and D3200 is 24.2 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and D3200 have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while D3200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the D3200?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. D3200 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and D3200?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and D3200 weighs 520 g, so the D3200 is 140 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and D3200 record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. D3200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and D3200 weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. D3200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 640 shots for the D3200, giving the D3200 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and D3200 at $699. The D3200 is $1,800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.