Fujifilm X-H2S vs Nikon D80

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H2S and Nikon D80. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-H2S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D80 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-H2S is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D80 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-H2S has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D80 has a "Nikon DX"-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-H2S has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D80 has 10 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-H2S has a 159 % larger resolution than Nikon D80. 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 Nikon D80. Fujifilm X-H2S has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Nikon D80 has 100 to 3200.

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 Nikon D80

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 Nikon D80 can shoot up to 3 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-H2S. Unfortunately Nikon D80 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.

Nikon D80 weighs 668 gr (equal to 1.47 lb) which is 1% heavier than Fujifilm X-H2S and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).

Fujifilm X-H2S vs Nikon D80 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H2S and Nikon D80, 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	Nikon D80
Name	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Release Year	2022	2006
Release Date	2022-05-31	2006-08-09
MSRP	2499 USD	999 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type	Stacked CMOS	CCD
Resolution	6240 x 4160 pixels	3872 x 2592 pixels
Megapixels	26 MP	10 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor 5	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
ISO Range	160 - 12800	100 - 3200
White Balance Presets	7	6
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	Yes (Sensor-Shift)	Yes
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	7 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	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	425	11
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	DX / APS-C (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	Nikon D80
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Fixed
Screen size	3”	2,5”
Screen dots	1620000	230000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.2× (0.8× 35mm equiv.)	0.95× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	5760000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Frames per second	15 fps	3 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	13 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	MPEG4 H.264 H.265	N/A
Video resolution	3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Memory Card	Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	Yes	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)	No
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone or wired remote)	Yes (Optional (ML-L3 or MC-DC1))
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-H2S	Nikon D80
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger	Nikon EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion battery
Battery Life (CIPA)	580 shots	600 shots
Width	136 mm	132 mm
Height	93 mm	103 mm
Depth	95 mm	77 mm
Weight	660 gram	668 gram