Fujifilm X-H2S vs Nikon Z6
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-H2S and Nikon Z6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-H2S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon Z6 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-H2S were released 2022 and Nikon Z6 was released 2018. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 2022 |
Nikon Z6 | 2018 |
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 Nikon Z6 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-H2S | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon Z6 | 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-H2S has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z6 has 25 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 |
Nikon Z6 |
25 MP
24337152 pixels 6048 x 4024 |
Fujifilm X-H2S has a 7 % larger resolution than Nikon Z6. 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 Z6 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-H2S. Nikon Z6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-H2S has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 160-12800 |
Nikon Z6 | 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-H2S
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z6
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 Z6 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 15 |
Nikon Z6 | 12 |
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 Nikon Z6 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 Z6 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 2% heavier than Fujifilm X-H2S and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-H2S | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Nikon Z6 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Fujifilm X-H2S vs Nikon Z6 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-H2S and Nikon Z6, 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 Z6 |
Name | Fujifilm X-H2S | Nikon Z6 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
Release Year | 2022 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2022-05-31 | 2018-08-23 |
MSRP | 2499 USD | 1995 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
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 | Stacked CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 6048 x 4024 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 25 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
ISO Range | 160 - 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 | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
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-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.2× (0.8× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
Frames per second | 15 fps | 12 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 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-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
XQD |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
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 + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-H2S |
Nikon Z6 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL15b
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 580 shots | 310 shots |
Width | 136 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 93 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 95 mm | 68 mm |
Weight | 660 gram | 675 gram |