Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-H1
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Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-H1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 461g - 133 x 86 x 70mm
- Launched February 2023
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Successor is Fujifilm X-H2

Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-H1 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon R8 and Fujifilm X-H1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the R8 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) is very comparable but the R8 (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

The R8 was released 5 years later than the Fujifilm X-H1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the R8 matches up vs the Fujifilm X-H1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R8 and Fujifilm X-H1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R8 Gallery and Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R8 over the Fujifilm X-H1
R8 | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2023 | ![]() | February 2018 | More recent by 61 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Canon R8
Fujifilm X-H1 | R8 |
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Common features in the Canon R8 and Fujifilm X-H1
R8 | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-H1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon R8 enjoys exterior measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") along with a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-H1 has specifications of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Check out the Canon R8 and Fujifilm X-H1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the R8 vs the Fujifilm X-H1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the R8 and Fujifilm X-H1 is 71 and 61 respectively.

Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-H1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R8 and Fujifilm X-H1.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The R8 has the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The fresher R8 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

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Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-H1 Specifications
Canon EOS R8 | Fujifilm X-H1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS R8 | Fujifilm X-H1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2023-02-08 | 2018-02-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | X-Processor Pro |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 1053 | 325 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | Fujifilm X |
Number of lenses | 37 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.00" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,620 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,690 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.75x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 461g (1.02 lb) | 673g (1.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 133 x 86 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 93 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3295 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | 310 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Single UHS-II SD card slot | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Launch cost | $1,499 | $1,300 |