Fujifilm X-H1 vs Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H1 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-H1 is a Mirrorless camera while Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:

Resolution

Fujifilm X-H1 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-H1 has a 98 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Fujifilm X-H1 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. Fujifilm X-H1 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has 100 to 1600.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-H1
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-H1 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can shoot up to 2 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-H1. Unfortunately Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro does not support recording movies and movie clips.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro weighs 850 gr (equal to 1.87 lb) which is 26% heavier than Fujifilm X-H1 and its 673 gr (or 1.48 lb).

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H1 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Name	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Release Year	2018	2002
Release Date	2018-02-15	2020-01-30
MSRP	1899 USD	N/A
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	CMOS	CCD
Resolution	6000 x 4000 pixels	4256 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	6 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor Pro
Image	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
ISO Range	200 - 12800	100 - 1600
White Balance Presets	7	7
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	Yes (Sensor-Shift)	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	5 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	325	N/A
Lens Mount	Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier	APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm	APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Articulated LCD	Tilting	N/A
Screen size	3”	1,8”
Screen dots	1040000	117000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	92%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.13× (0.75× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	3690000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Frames per second	14 fps	2 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	15 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	N/A
Videography features	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.0)	No
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone or wired remote)	Yes (Optional)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	310 shots	N/A
Width	140 mm	142 mm
Height	97 mm	131 mm
Depth	86 mm	80 mm
Weight	673 gram	850 gram