Fujifilm X-H1 vs Fujifilm X-E3

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H1 and Fujifilm X-E3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-E3 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-H1 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-E3 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 200 to 12800.

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 X-E3

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 X-E3 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Fujifilm X-H1 and Fujifilm X-E3 can shoot movies.

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 X-H1 weighs 673 gr (equal to 1.48 lb) which is 100% heavier than Fujifilm X-E3 and its 337 gr (or 0.74 lb).

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H1 and Fujifilm X-E3, 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 X-E3
Name	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Release Year	2018	2017
Release Date	2018-02-15	2017-09-07
MSRP	1899 USD	899 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	6000 x 4000 pixels	6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	24 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor Pro	X-Processor Pro
Image	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
ISO Range	200 - 12800	200 - 12800
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	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	325	325
Lens Mount	Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses	Fujifilm X 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 X-E3
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1040000	1040000
Touch screen	Yes	Yes
Screen type	TFT LCD	LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.13× (0.75× 35mm equiv.)	0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	3690000	2360000
Photography features	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Frames per second	14 fps	8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	No
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	Yes
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.0)	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth LE)
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone or wired remote)	Supported (but no further information)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-H1	Fujifilm X-E3
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	310 shots	350 shots
Width	140 mm	121 mm
Height	97 mm	74 mm
Depth	86 mm	43 mm
Weight	673 gram	337 gram