Fujifilm X-H2S vs Fujifilm X-E2

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H2S and Fujifilm X-E2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-H2S were released 2022 and Fujifilm X-E2 was released 2013. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-H2S 2022
Fujifilm X-E2 2013

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H2S has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-E2 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.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm X-H2S 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-E2 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** 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-H2S has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-E2 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-H2S 26 MP
25958400 pixels
6240 x 4160
Fujifilm X-E2 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264

Fujifilm X-H2S has a 62 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-E2. 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-H2S has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-E2. Fujifilm X-H2S has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-E2 has 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-H2S 160-12800
Fujifilm X-E2 200-6400

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-H2S
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-E2

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-H2S can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-E2 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-H2S 15
Fujifilm X-E2 7

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Fujifilm X-H2S and Fujifilm X-E2 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-H2S weighs 660 gr (equal to 1.46 lb) which is 89% heavier than Fujifilm X-E2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-H2S 660 gr
1.46 lb
Fujifilm X-E2 350 gr
0.77 lb

Fujifilm X-H2S vs Fujifilm X-E2 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H2S and Fujifilm X-E2, 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-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Name Fujifilm X-H2S Fujifilm X-E2
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Release Year 2022 2013
Release Date 2022-05-31 2013-10-18
MSRP 2499 USD 999 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type Stacked CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6240 x 4160 pixels 4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels 26 MP 16 MP
Image Processor X-Processor 5 EXR Processor II
Image
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
ISO Range 160 - 12800 200 - 6400
White Balance Presets 7 7
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization Yes
(Sensor-Shift)
No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 7 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
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
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 425 N/A
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-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fixed
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1620000 1040000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 1.2× (0.8× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 5760000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Frames per second 15 fps 7 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 7 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Average
Multi
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
H.265
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 3840 x 2160
4096 x 2160
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Memory Card Compact Flash Express
SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port Yes No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)
Yes
Built-in (Image playback/sharing, geo-tagging)
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) Optional through RR-90
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-H2S
Fujifilm X-E2
Enviromentally sealed Yes No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 580 shots 350 shots
Width 136 mm 129 mm
Height 93 mm 75 mm
Depth 95 mm 37 mm
Weight 660 gram 350 gram