Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z5
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H2 and Nikon Z5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-H2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon Z5 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-H2 were released 2022 and Nikon Z5 was released 2020. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 2022 |
Nikon Z5 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z5 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon Z5 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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-H2 has a 40 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z5 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
40 MP
39814656 pixels 7728 x 5152 |
Nikon Z5 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Fujifilm X-H2 has a 65 % larger resolution than Nikon Z5. 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
Nikon Z5 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-H2. Nikon Z5 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-H2 has 125 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 125-12800 |
Nikon Z5 | 100-51200 |
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-H2
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z5
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-H2 can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z5 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 15 |
Nikon Z5 | 4,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-H2 and Nikon Z5 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.
Nikon Z5 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 2% heavier than Fujifilm X-H2 and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-H2 | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Nikon Z5 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z5 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H2 and Nikon Z5, 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-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Name | Fujifilm X-H2 | Nikon Z5 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Release Year | 2022 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2022-09-08 | 2020-07-21 |
MSRP | 1999 USD | 1399 USD |
Buy it today |
![]() |
![]() |
Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 7728 x 5152 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 40 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
ISO Range | 125 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 7 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
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 | 425 | 273 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z 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 |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 200% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.2× (0.8× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | 3689400 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Frames per second | 15 fps | 4,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 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 | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-H2 |
Nikon Z5 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
![]() |
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
![]() |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 680 shots | 470 shots |
Width | 136 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 93 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 95 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 660 gram | 675 gram |