Fujifilm
X-H2S
Stacked APS-C speed flagship with 40fps and 6.2K video.
$2,499
Released May 2022
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP fully-stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's new BIONZ XR2 engine.
$4,499
Released Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 4 years newer.
Wins
X-H2S
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
2 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 26.16 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 425)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 160)
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 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
X-H2S is 4mm shorter than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 4mm wider and 2mm thicker.
X-H2S is 53 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 85mm X-H2S · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-H2S
136 × 93 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-H2S
136 × 85 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-H2S
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
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 7R VI
✓ 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 -6 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.3, 92.9, 84.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-H2S supports it
Internal RAW video
Only X-H2S supports it
Weather sealing
Only X-H2S supports it
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Eye, Insect…
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 26.16 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AF points / zones
759 vs 425 — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓8.5-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-H2S or Alpha 7R VI?
X-H2S scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H2S and Alpha 7R VI?
X-H2S is 26.16 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H2S and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
X-H2S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H2S or the Alpha 7R VI?
X-H2S reaches 40 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H2S and Alpha 7R VI?
X-H2S weighs 660 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the X-H2S is 53 g lighter.
Do the X-H2S and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
X-H2S: 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-H2S and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
X-H2S: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-H2S and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H2S launched at $2,499 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The X-H2S is $2,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.