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Fujifilm X-H2 vs Fujifilm X-M5

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FujifilmX-H2FujifilmX-M5
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2022November 2024
Image and sensor
Camera typeMirrorlessMirrorless
Sensor formatAPS-CAPS-C
Sensor typeBack-illuminated X-Trans CMOS 5 HRBack-illuminated X-Trans CMOS 4
Sensor dimensions23.5 × 15.6 mm23.5 × 15.6 mm
Effective resolution40.2 MP26.1 MP
Largest image7728 × 51526240 × 4160
RAW recordingYesYes
Standard ISO range125–12800160–12800
Image formatsJPEG, 10-bit 4:2:2 HEIF, 14-bit RAF RAW and in-camera converted TIFF; Pixel Shift Multi Shot records 20 frames for a 160-megapixel image using separate Fujifilm Pixel Shift Combiner computer software, not a single exposure or in-camera merge14-bit RAF RAW; JPEG; 10-bit HEIF; in-camera TIFF conversion
ISO detailStandard still ISO125–12800; extended ISO64/80/100/25600/51200Standard ISO 160–12800; expanded ISO 80–51200
Image processorX-Processor 5X-Processor 5
Lens and shooting
Lens mountFujifilm X mountFujifilm X mount
StabilisationSensor shiftElectronic only
Maximum continuous burst20 fps30 fps
Lens detailFujifilm X mount; exact maker photograph includes XF16–80mm F4 R OIS WR kit lens, excluded from body specifications and weight–
AutofocusHybrid phase/contrast AF, 117 or 425 selectable single points; maker animal, bird, vehicle, aeroplane and train subject detection; human face/eye detection–
ShutterMechanical up to 1/8000 second; electronic up to 1/180000 second for single shots, continuous-mode ranges can differ; maker cautions about fast-motion distortion and artificial-light effects–
Burst detailElectronic up to 20 fps with 1.29× crop, 13 fps uncropped; mechanical up to 15 fps. Maker cropped 20 fps buffer over 1000 JPEG or compressed RAW frames using CFexpress Type B at cold start; media and conditions affect results30 fps electronic with 1.25× crop, up to 128 JPEG or 23 uncompressed RAW frames; 20 fps electronic without crop
Stabilisation detailFive-axis sensor shift; maker up to 7 stops based on CIPA pitch/yaw with XF35mmF1.4 R; digital movie stabilisation and IS Mode Boost separateElectronic stabilisation for movies only; no sensor-shift stabilisation. Optical stabilisation depends on the fitted lens.
FlashNo built-in flash; compatible external TTL hot shoe and synchronisation terminal, mechanical sync 1/250 second–
Exposure controlsPASM mode dial with seven custom positions; twin command dials and configurable buttons; 19 film simulations–
Video
Highest video resolution7680 × 4320 at 29.97 fps6240 × 4160 at 29.97 fps
Video detailInternal uncropped 8K 7680×4320 up to 29.97p; 6.2K 6240×3510 up to 29.97p; DCI4K/UHD up to 59.94p, HQ oversampled modes up to 29.97p; separate Full HD high-speed up to 240p. 10-bit H.265 and internal ProRes, with ProRes restricted to CFexpress Type B. F-Log2; compatible external recorders support 12-bit RAW. Optional FAN-001 fan; recording duration depends on temperature and settingsOpen-gate 6.2K 3:2 at up to 29.97p, internal 4:2:2 10-bit. Optional FAN-001 cooling fan attaches directly to the rear; vertical Short Movie mode crops 9:16 footage without rotating the camera.
AudioSeparate 3.5 mm microphone and headphone sockets–
Screen and viewfinder
ViewfinderElectronicNone
Screen size3″3″
Screen dots1,620,0001,040,000
TouchscreenYesYes
Tilting screenYesYes
Display detailForward-facing vari-angle 3-inch 3:2 touchscreen, approximately 1.62 million dots; separate top status displayVari-angle touchscreen with approximately 1.04 million dots; 3.0-inch size confirmed by TechRadar
Viewfinder detail0.5-inch OLED, approximately 5.76 million dots, 100% coverage and 0.80× magnification with 50 mm equivalent lens at infinityNo viewfinder, as reported by Photography Blog and TechRadar
Connections and design
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothYesYes
Battery life (maker's claim)680 photographs440 photographs
Body weight579 g307 g
Release detailMaker German announcement dated 9 September 2022 specifies retail from late September; month precision retained, no inferred worldwide first-sale dayMaker global announcement specifies mid-November 2024 availability; no global first-sale day inferred. Photograph includes the optional XC 15-45mm kit lens; body specifications exclude that lens.
Recording mediaOne CFexpress Type B slot and one UHS-II SD/SDHC/SDXC slot; maker supports up to 2 TB cards, compatibility list appliesOne SD/SDHC/SDXC slot, UHS-I
PortsUSB-C USB3.2 Gen2×1, full-size HDMI Type A, separate 3.5 mm microphone/headphone sockets, 2.5 mm remote release, hot shoe and synchronisation terminalUSB-C 10 Gbps, Micro HDMI Type D, separate 3.5 mm microphone and headphone sockets
Wireless connectionsWi-Fi IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth Low Energy 4.2Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.2
Battery life detailNP-W235; approximately 680 Economy-mode or 540 Normal-mode shots with XF35mmF1.4 R under maker CIPA conditions; current maker figures supersede Photography Blog's 720-shot claimNP-W126S; maker CIPA approximately 440 photographs in Economy mode or 330 in Normal mode with XF35mmF1.4 R
Dimensions136.3×92.9×84.6 mm; minimum depth 42.8 mm, from current maker specifications111.9 × 66.6 × 38.0 mm
Weight detailApproximately 579 g excluding battery/card, or 660 g including bothApproximately 307 g excluding battery and memory card; 355 g including them
Colours–Black and silver
In the box–NP-W126S battery, shoulder strap, body cap and cooling fan connector cover
MaterialsMaker 79 weather-sealed points, operating temperature −10°C to +40°C; magnesium-alloy construction named Amateur Photographer–

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