Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Ricoh
GR IV HDF
GR IV variant with built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter for softer rendering and the same 25.74MP APS-C pocket platform.
$1,599
Released Jan 2026
GR IV HDF is 3.6 years newer.
Wins
X-H2S
Wins
GR IV HDF
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IV HDF has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 12,800)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 4 fps)
- AX-H2S has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- AX-H2S has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 4 fps)
- BGR IV HDF has lower Weight (262 g vs 660 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
GR IV HDF
109 × 61 × 33 mm
262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)
X-H2S is 27mm wider, 32mm taller, and 52mm thicker than GR IV HDF.
X-H2S is 398 g heavier than GR IV HDF.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 33mm GR IV HDF
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
GR IV HDF
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
GR IV HDF: 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
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
425 vs 49 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
580 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GR IV HDF
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 32.7
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Weight
262 g vs 660 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
GR IV HDF
Pros
- ✓Built-in HDF effect
- ✓25.74MP APS-C sensor
- ✓5-axis SR
- ✓53GB internal memory
Cons
- –No ND filter
- –Fixed lens
- –Full HD video only
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-H2S or GR IV HDF?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for GR IV HDF — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and GR IV HDF?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and GR IV HDF is 25.74 MP, so the X-H2S captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and GR IV HDF have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while gR IV HDF has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the GR IV HDF?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. GR IV HDF reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and GR IV HDF?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and GR IV HDF weighs 262 g, so the GR IV HDF is 398 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and GR IV HDF record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. GR IV HDF: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-H2S and GR IV HDF weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. GR IV HDF: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 250 shots for the GR IV HDF, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and GR IV HDF at $1,599. The GR IV HDF is $900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.