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Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9

Portability
62 Imaging
76 Features
93 Overall
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Fujifilm X-H2 front
 
Nikon Z9 front
Portability
51 Imaging
81 Features
90 Overall
84

Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
  • 40MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 660g - 136 x 93 x 95mm
  • Revealed September 2022
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-H1
Nikon Z9
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
  • Launched October 2021
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Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-H2 versus Nikon Z9, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-H2 (40MP) and the Z9 (46MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-H2 (APS-C) and Z9 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-H2 was revealed 11 months later than the Z9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-H2 matches up vs the Z9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary 
	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H2 over the Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-H2 Z9 
LaunchedSeptember 2022October 2021More recent by 11 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen  Take selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Fujifilm X-H2

		

		

			
 Z9 Fujifilm X-H2 
Display size3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2089k1620kClearer display (+469k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X-H2 and Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-H2 Z9 
Manual focus  Very accurate focus
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-H2 features external measurements of 136mm x 93mm x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z9 has sizing of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-H2 versus Nikon Z9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-H2 compared to the Z9.
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 size comparison
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H2 and Z9 is 62 and 51 respectively.
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H2 and Z9.
Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-H2 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon Z9 will give you extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-H2 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
	
			Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X-H2 Portrait photography details
Nikon Z9 Portrait photography details
85
 focusing manually
 amazing megapixels (40MP)
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 provides face detection focus
 delivers RAW formats
88
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count great (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 features face detection focusing
 exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm X-H2 Street photography factors
Nikon Z9 Street photography factors
73
 screen articulates fully
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 delivers RAW formats
 provides touch to focus
 weather proof
 heavier than competitors in class (660g)
70
 has a tilting screen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 exports RAW formats
 includes touch focus
 environment proofing
 good high ISO (25,600)
 heavier than competition (1,340 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-H2
Sports photography with Nikon Z9
88
 maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
 quiet shooting (1/180,000 seconds)
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 amazing megapixels (40 megapixels)
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 provides tracking autofocus
 weather proof
 better than average battery life (680 shots)
 comes with phase detect auto focus
90
 quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
 high fps (30.0 fps)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count great (46MP)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 features tracking autofocus
 environment proofing
 great battery power (740 per charge)
 has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Fujifilm X-H2 Travel photography details
Nikon Z9 Travel photography details
74
 better than average battery life (680 shots)
 weather proof
 has bluetooth
 provides touch to focus
 amazing megapixels (40 megapixels)
 selfie friendly display
 heavier than competitors in class (660 grams)
65
 great battery power (740 shots)
 environment proofing
 supports bluetooth
 includes touch focus
 megapixel count great (46MP)
 heavier than competition (1,340g)
 doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-H2 Landscape photography advice
Nikon Z9 Landscape photography advice
86
 focusing manually
 interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
 screen size is good (3.00 inches)
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 amazing megapixels (40MP)
 sensor size is decent (APS-C)
 doesnt have anti aliasing filter
 delivers RAW formats
 weather proof
 better than average battery life (680 shots)
 2 card slots
87
 you can focus manually
 switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 nice screen size (3.2 inch)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count great (46MP)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 good high ISO (25,600)
 exports RAW formats
 environment proofing
 great battery power (740 CIPA)
 has dual storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-H2
Vlogging with Nikon Z9
74
 selfie friendly display
 has touchscreen
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 provides face detection focus
 great video quality (7680 x 4320 resolution)
 does have external mic support
 heavier than competitors in class (660g)
32
 touchscreen functionality
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 features face detection focusing
 high res video (7680 x 4320 pixels)
 has external mic jack
 doesn't have selfie friendly display
 heavier than competition (1,340g)
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Fujifilm X-H2 vs Nikon Z9 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-H2 and Nikon Z9
 Fujifilm X-H2Nikon Z9
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-H2 Nikon Z9
Category Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2022-09-08 2021-10-28
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS Stacked CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 40MP 46MP
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9
Maximum resolution 7728 x 5152 8256 x 5504
Maximum native ISO 12800 25600
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 102400
Minimum native ISO 125 64
RAW format    
Minimum boosted ISO 64 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
AF touch    
Continuous AF    
AF single    
AF tracking    
AF selectice    
Center weighted AF    
AF multi area    
Live view AF    
Face detect AF    
Contract detect AF    
Phase detect AF    
Total focus points 425 493
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Amount of lenses 82 29
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Tilting
Display sizing 3.00 inch 3.2 inch
Display resolution 1,620k dot 2,089k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch function    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dot 3,686k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.8x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 900 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds -
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/180000 seconds 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 15.0 frames per second 30.0 frames per second
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off
Hot shoe    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Highest flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/200 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 8192 x 4320 @ 30p 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L
Maximum video resolution 7680x4320 7680x4320
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264, H.265
Mic input    
Headphone input    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environmental seal    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 660 gr (1.46 lb) 1340 gr (2.95 lb)
Physical dimensions 136 x 93 x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7") 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 680 photos 740 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W235 EN-EL18d
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage 1x CFexpress Type B, 1x UHS-II SD Dual CFexpress Type B slots
Storage slots Two Two
Cost at launch $1,999 $5,500