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Fujifilm X-H2S vs Fujifilm X-M5

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FujifilmX-H2SFujifilmX-M5
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2022November 2024
Image and sensor
Camera typeMirrorlessMirrorless
Sensor formatAPS-CAPS-C
Sensor typeStacked back-illuminated X-Trans CMOS 5 HSBack-illuminated X-Trans CMOS 4
Sensor dimensions23.5 × 15.6 mm23.5 × 15.6 mm
Effective resolution26.16 MP26.1 MP
Largest image6240 × 41606240 × 4160
RAW recordingYesYes
Standard ISO range160–12800160–12800
Image formatsJPEG, 10-bit 4:2:2 HEIF, 14-bit RAF RAW and in-camera converted TIFF; no pixel-shift multi-shot mode according to Amateur Photographer14-bit RAF RAW; JPEG; 10-bit HEIF; in-camera TIFF conversion
ISO detailStandard still ISO160–12800; extended ISO80/100/125/25600/51200Standard 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 burst40 fps30 fps
Lens detailFujifilm X mount; exact maker photograph includes XF16–80mm F4 R OIS WR 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 1/32000 second; flash sync up to 1/250 mechanical or 1/125 electronic–
Burst detailElectronic up to 40 fps at full resolution without crop, with AF/AE tracking; mechanical up to 15 fps. Maker buffer 184 JPEG or 175 compressed RAW or 140 uncompressed RAW frames at 40 fps; slower rates support deeper buffers with suitable media. Exposure tracking depends on Shutter AE setting (Amateur Photographer)30 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–
Exposure controlsPASM mode dial with seven custom positions; twin command dials and configurable buttons; 19 film simulations–
Video
Highest video resolution6240 × 4160 at 29.97 fps6240 × 4160 at 29.97 fps
Video detailInternal uncropped 6.2K 3:2 6240×4160 up to 29.97p; normal DCI4K/UHD up to 59.94p uncropped; separate 4K high-speed recording up to 120p with 1.29× crop and Full HD high-speed up to 240p. Internal 10-bit H.265 and 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)720 photographs440 photographs
Body weight579 g307 g
Release detailUK maker announcement dated 31 May 2022 confirms launch in July 2022; month precision retained, no inferred 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 720 Economy-mode or 580 Normal-mode shots with XF35mmF1.4 R under maker CIPA conditions; Photography Blog incorrectly labels 720 as Normal modeNP-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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