Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 2.5 years newer.
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Wins
X-H2S
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-H2S has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 26.16 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 425)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-H2S
136 × 93 × 85 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X-H2S is 4mm shorter than Alpha 1 II but it is also 2mm thicker.
X-H2S is 83 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H2S
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -4 EV — lower 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SDXC V90
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Train
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Insect, Car/Train
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 26.16 MP — 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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
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
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm X-H2S
Sony Alpha 1 II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X-H2S or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for X-H2S — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and Alpha 1 II?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the Alpha 1 II?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and Alpha 1 II?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the X-H2S is 83 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-H2S and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the X-H2S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The X-H2S is $4,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.