Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Black 2022
Nikon D7500
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Black 2022
The Fujifilm X-H2S is widely praised as a powerful hybrid camera with excellent autofocus, fast burst shooting, and impressive video capabilities. Users highlight its stacked sensor, robust build, and Fuji's signature color science. However, some report autofocus inconsistencies, especially with firmware updates, and note the lack of a dedicated battery charger and the need for expensive CFexpress cards.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus performance
- Fast burst shooting up to 40fps
- Impressive video capabilities (6.2K, ProRes)
- Stacked sensor with low rolling shutter
- Great ergonomics and grip
Cons
- Autofocus inconsistencies with firmware updates
- No dedicated battery charger included
- Expensive CFexpress cards required
- Awkward AF joystick placement
- Sensitive shutter button
Nikon D7500
The Nikon D7500 is a well-loved DSLR that strikes a solid balance between advanced features and ease of use. Users praise its image quality, comfortable ergonomics, reliable autofocus, and compatibility with a wide range of F-mount lenses, making it a versatile tool for everything from wildlife to portraits. Common criticisms include the single SD card slot, the absence of a depth-of-field preview button, and minor design quirks like the on/off switch doubling as an ISO control.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Comfortable ergonomics and grip
- Reliable autofocus and tracking
- Intuitive controls and menus
- Tiltable touchscreen
Cons
- Single SD card slot
- No depth-of-field preview button
- No battery grip option
- ISO control on power switch
- No optical low-pass filter removed design issue
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S | Nikon D7500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 5 HS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 26.15999984741211 MP★ | 20.899999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 160 | 100★ |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED 5 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 425 | Phase Detection: 51 (15 Cross-Type) |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 40 fps★ | 8 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 40 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | ✗ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | Apple ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 LT, ProRes 422 Proxy | H.264/MOV/MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 922,000 dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.58 kg★ | 0.91 kg |
| Battery Life | 720 shots | 950 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2)★ | Micro-USB 2.0 |
| HDMI | HDMI Type A | Mini-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm X-H2S X-H2S Black 2022
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong video (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sensor (97th percentile)97th %ile
Nikon D7500
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong video (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Nikon D7500 offers 3.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 14 of 33 specs.
