Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
Lumix S5 II is 7 months newer.
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Wins
X-H2S
Wins
Lumix S5 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AX-H2S has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 425)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 9 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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
X-H2S is 9mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Lumix S5 II but it is also 2mm wider.
X-H2S is 80 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-H2S
136 × 93 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-H2S
136 × 85 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
2.3× 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
Lumix S5 II: 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 -6 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SDXC V90
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-H2S supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
AF points / zones
779 vs 425 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 175 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
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
Lumix S5 II
Pros
- ✓Phase-detect AF finally
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –L-mount size
- –AF still behind Canon/Sony
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X-H2S and Lumix S5 II 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 wildlife, X-H2S or Lumix S5 II?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix S5 II — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and Lumix S5 II?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the Lumix S5 II?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and Lumix S5 II?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the X-H2S is 80 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Panasonic press materials.