Fujifilm X-T5 vs Fujifilm X-H2
Fujifilm X-T5 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The X-T5 is the better pick for travel, a film look; the X-H2 is better for vlogging.
Choose the X-T5 for
- a lighter body (557g vs 660g)
- a lower price (from £1,059)
Choose the X-H2 for
- faster bursts (20fps vs 15fps)
- stronger video (8K 30p)
Specs side by side
| Spec | X-T5 | X-H2 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 40MP | APS-C, 40MP |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Burst | 15 fps | 20 fps |
| Readout | ≈55 ms | — |
| Max ISO | 12,800 | 12,800 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 6.2K 30p | 8K 30p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 557 g | 660 g |
| Battery | Fujifilm NP-W235 | Fujifilm NP-W235 |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £1,549 | £1,949 |
| Used at MPB | £1,059–1,369 | £1,099 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (23 third-party) | 36 (23 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | X-T5 |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | X-H2 |
| Vintage / film look | X-T5 |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Fujifilm X mount, so lenses move between them. They share the same battery (Fujifilm NP-W235).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fujifilm X-T5 better than the Fujifilm X-H2?
It depends on your priorities. The X-T5 offers a lighter body (557g vs 660g), a lower price (from £1,059); the X-H2 offers faster bursts (20fps vs 15fps), stronger video (8K 30p).
Which is better for video, the X-T5 or the X-H2?
The X-H2 is stronger for video: X-T5 records 6.2K 30p, X-H2 records 8K 30p.
Which is cheaper, the X-T5 or the X-H2?
The X-T5 costs £1,549 new and from £1,059 used at MPB; the X-H2 costs £1,949 new and from £1,099 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Fujifilm X-T5 lenses on the X-H2?
Yes. Both use the Fujifilm X mount.