Both of the Fuji Cameras feature the latest X-Processor 5 engine and a 5th-gen 40MP X-Trans BSI APS-C sensor, despite having the same sensor and image processor we do have some differences in the core specs of both cameras.
| Camera | FUJI X-T5 | FUJI X-H2 |
| Sensor Type | Effective: 40.2 Megapixel (6240 x 4160) | Effective: 40.2 Megapixel |
| Crop Factor | 23.5 x 15.6 mm (APS-C) CMOS | 23.5 x 15.6 mm (APS-C) CMOS |
| Image Stabilization | 1.5x | 1.5x |
| Built-In ND Filter | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
| Capture Type | None | None |
| Stills & Video | Stills & Video |
The Autofocus specification of both cameras is exactly similar to each other since we have the same sensor and image processor here. So, more or less the image quality of the camera and the AF performance of both are expected to remain the same.
| FUJI X-T5 | FUJI X-H2 | |
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points | Photo, Video Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 |
Photo, Video Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 |
| Built-In Flash | No | No |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Commander, First-Curtain Sync, Manual, Off, Second-Curtain Sync, TTL Auto | Auto, Commander, First-Curtain Sync, Manual, Off, Second-Curtain Sync, TTL Auto |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 250 Second | 250 Second |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal |
As you can see we have a slightly better base ISO range in the Fuji X-H2 camera. Although the extent ISO range of both cameras remains the same.
- X-H2 125 to 12,800 in Manual, Auto Mode (Extended: 80 to 51,200)
- X-T5 – 160 to 12,800 in Auto Mode (Extended: 80 to 51,200)
| FUJI X-T5 | FUJI X-H2 | |
| Shutter Type | Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter | Electronic Shutter, Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter |
| Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter 1/8000 to 900 Seconds in Manual Mode 1/8000 to 900 Seconds in Shutter Priority Mode 1/8000 to 30 Seconds in Aperture Priority Mode 1/8000 to 4 Seconds in Program Mode Up to 60 Minutes in Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/32000 to 900 Seconds in Manual Mode 1/32000 to 900 Seconds in Shutter Priority Mode Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 900 Seconds in Manual Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 1/4 Second in Movie Mode |
Mechanical Shutter 1/8000 to 4 Seconds in Program Mode 1/8000 to 30 Seconds in Aperture Priority Mode 1/8000 to 15 Minutes in Manual Mode Up to 60 Minutes in Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 4 Seconds in Program Mode 1/8000 to 30 Seconds in Aperture Priority Mode 1/8000 to 15 Minutes in Manual Mode Fixed 1 Second in Bulb Mode |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode | Bulb Mode |
| ISO Sensitivity | Photo 160 to 12,800 in Auto Mode (Extended: 80 to 51,200) Video 160 to 12,800 in Auto Mode (Extended: 160 to 25,600) |
Photo 125 to 12,800 in Manual, Auto Mode (Extended: 80 to 51,200) Video 125 to 12,800 in Manual, Auto Mode (Extended: 80 to 25,600) |
| Metering Method | Average, Center-Weighted Average, Multiple, Spot | Average, Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| Continuous Shooting |
Mechanical Shutter Mechanical Shutter Approx. 15fps (JPEG: 119frames,Compressed RAW:39 frames, Lossless Compressed RAW 22 frames, Uncompressed RAW: 19frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG 27 frames) Mechanical Shutter Approx. 10fps (JPEG: 1000+ frames,Compressed RAW: 56 frames, Lossless Compressed RAW 29 frames, Uncompressed RAW: 19 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 34 frames) Electronic Shutter Approx. 13fps (1.29x Crop) (JPEG: 1000+ frames,Compressed RAW: 104, Lossless Compressed RAW: 53, Uncompressed RAW: 23 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 56, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 44, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 23) |
Mechanical Shutter Up to 15 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 38 Frames (Raw) / 110 Frames (JPEG) Up to 10 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 44 Frames (Raw) / 164 Frames (JPEG) Up to 8 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 49 Frames (Raw) / 200 Frames (JPEG)Electronic Shutter Up to 20 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 36 Frames (Raw) / 79 Frames (JPEG) Up to 30 fps at 20.9 MP for up to 35 Frames (Raw) / 60 Frames (JPEG) Up to 20 fps at 20.9 MP for up to 37 Frames (Raw) / 114 Frames (JPEG) Up to 10 fps at 20.9 MP for up to 48 Frames (Raw) / 500 Frames (JPEG) |
The difference in BASE ISO Range
So, with such a little difference in the base ISO range, we don’t expect much difference in the performance of both cameras. Yes, under LAB TEST results we may see some difference in DR due to the minor difference we have in the base ISO range, but in real-world usage, we won’t be able to spot any difference.
Buffer Limitation
Fuji X-T5 is able to save only 119 Jpeg in single bursts whereas the Fuji X-H2 camera is able to save up to 1000+ Jpeg in a single burst. CF CFexpress Type B also missing in the new X-T5.
| FUJI X-T5 | FUJI X-H2 | |
| Internal Recording Modes | H.264/H.265/MOV 10-Bit 6.2K (16:9) – 6240 x3150: 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 360Mbps/200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50MbpsDCI 4K (17:9) – 4096 x2160: 59.94p/ 50p/ 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 360Mbps/ 200Mbps/100Mbps/50Mbps4K (16:9) – 3840 x2160: 59.94p/ 50p/ 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 720Mbps/ 360Mbps/ 200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50MbpsFull HD (17:9) -2048 x1080: 59.94p/ 50p/ 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/23.98p 360Mbps/ 200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50Mbps |
Raw 7680 x 4320 up to 29.97 fps MOV/MP4/MPEG-4 AVC/ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422LT UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [50 to 720 Mb/s] MOV/MP4/MPEG-4/ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422LT 6240 x 4160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [50 to 720 Mb/s] DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 to 720 Mb/s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 to 720 Mb/s] DCI 2K (2048 x 1080) at23.98/24.00/25/29.9 /50/59.94 fps [50 to 720 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/239.76 fps [50 to 720 Mb/s] |
Video Limitations of X-T5
The high resolution on the sensor allows the X-H2 to record 8K up to 30p (RAW available). You can also select 6.2K video up to 30p. In 4K, you can work up to 30p with oversampling from 8K, or up to 60p with sub-sampling. In Full HD, the frame rate goes up to 240p with the High-Speed mode. With the Fuji X-T5 camera, you can record Full HD Videos up to 240fps but the MAX Video resolution available here is 6.2K video up to 30p. Undoubtedly the X-H2 is a better video camera with more features compared to X-T5.
No External Fan Support in Fuji X-T5 Camera
If you live in a western country then it’s ok, but in Asian countries where the temp goes really high in the summer season, X-T5 is left with no option to add an external fan to the camera due to the introduction of a tilting screen.
The ports of the camera and display screen are more or less likely to be the same.
| FUJI X-T5 | FUJI X-H2 | |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type B (SD Express) | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type B (SD Express) |
| Video I/O | 1 x HDMI Output | 1 x HDMI Output |
| Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input | 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRRS Headphone/Mic Input on Camera Body 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRRS Headphone/Mic Output on Camera Body |
| Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input/Output | 1 x USB-C Input/Output |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Bluetooth |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None | None |
High-Quality Viewfinder
The Fuji X-H2 camera features a HighResolution Viewfinder of 5.76 Million dots, yes the X-H2 features class-leading core specs.
| Type | Built-In Electronic (OLED) | Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
| Size | 0.5″ | 0.5″ |
| Resolution | 3,6M-dot OLED electronic | 5.76M-dot OLED electronic |
| Eye Point | 23 mm | 100% |
| Coverage | 100% | Approx. 0.8x |
| Magnification | Approx. 0.75x | -5 to +3 |
yes, u will have a very minimal difference in battery life. X-H2 Features a 720-shot battery life and X-T5 features a 740-shot battery life in ECO mode.
Conclusion: Which camera should you buy Fuji X-H2 or Fuji X-T5
Core specification wise we have very little difference between them and so on the price tag. If spending $200 extra on a camera body isn’t an issue for you, than its better to buy the Fuji X-H2 camera. Since u will get a slightly better base ISO range, Better EVF, and 8K video recording capability.
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