Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax K-S2

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-H1 and Pentax K-S2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was released 3 years after the K-S2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-H1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-H1 grades versus the K-S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-H1 and Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-H1 has got exterior dimensions of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has sizing of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-H1 and Pentax K-S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 against the K-S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and K-S2 is 61 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-H1 and K-S2.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-H1 to render more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-H1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.