Fujifilm Field Guideby @snapsbytaha

Fujifilm X-E5 vs X-H2S

The X-E5 has more resolution (40.2MP vs 26.1MP); the X-E5 is lighter (445 g vs 660 g); for video, the X-E5 does 6.2K 30P, 4K 60P and the X-H2S 6.2K 30P, 4K 120P; the X-E5 launched for less ($1,699 vs $2,499). Add a third camera, or swap either one, below.

SpecFujifilm X-E5Fujifilm X-H2S
Sensor and image
SensorX-Trans CMOS 5 HRX-Trans CMOS 5 HS (stacked)
Resolution40.2 MP26.1 MP
Sensor sizeAPS-CAPS-C
ProcessorX-Processor 5X-Processor 5
Native ISO125–12800160–12800
In-body stabilization7 stops7 stops
Film simulations2020
Lens and body
LensInterchangeable (X mount)Interchangeable (X mount)
Body styleRangefinder styleSLR style, pro body with deep grip
Top controlsFilm simulation dial, shutter speed dial, exposure compensation dialMode dial, two command dials
Weather sealingNoYes
Weight445 g660 g
Size (W × H × D)124.9 × 72.9 × 39.1 mm136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6 mm
Viewfinder and screens
ViewfinderElectronic, 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62×Electronic, 5.76M-dot OLED, 0.8×
Rear screen3.0" 1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen (flips 180°)3.0" 1.62M-dot vari-angle touchscreen
Top screenNoYes
Speed
Fastest mechanical shutter1/4000 s1/8000 s
Fastest electronic shutter1/180000 s1/32000 s
Burst8 fps mechanical, 13 fps electronic, 20 fps (1.29× crop)15 fps mechanical, 40 fps electronic (no blackout)
AutofocusPhase detection, AI subject detection (faces, eyes, animals, birds, cars, planes, trains, insects, drones)Phase detection, AI subject detection (faces, eyes, animals, birds, cars, planes, trains, insects, drones)
Video
Best video6.2K 30P, 4K 60P6.2K 30P, 4K 120P
Video extras10-bit 4:2:2, F-Log210-bit 4:2:2, Apple ProRes, F-Log2
Storage and power
Card slots1 × SD (UHS-II)CFexpress Type B + SD (UHS-II)
BatteryNP-W126SNP-W235
Price
Launch price (US)$1,699$2,499
Announced20252022

Specs from Fujifilm's published specifications. Weight includes battery and card. Prices are US launch prices; today's prices are often lower. Green marks the best value in a row where it's clear-cut.