Sony A7 II
full-frame · 2014
Fujifilm X-H2
APS-C · 2022
Fujifilm X-H2 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony A7 II lands at 74 and Fujifilm X-H2 at 91. That puts Fujifilm X-H2 ahead by 17 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Sony A7 II if…
- ✓Mature system, great used market
- ✓Proven lens lineup
- ✓Often on sale
Pick Fujifilm X-H2 if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testErgonomics
TieCompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Photo
Fujifilm X-H2Compared on the photo sub-score
Fujifilm X-H2 leads on photo (91 vs 74).
Autofocus
Fujifilm X-H2Compared on the autofocus sub-score
Fujifilm X-H2 leads on autofocus (89 vs 70).
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony A7 II | Fujifilm X-H2 |
|---|---|---|
| Format | full-frame | APS-C |
| Release year | 2014 | 2022 |
Sony A7 II
- +Mature system, great used market
- +Proven lens lineup
- +Often on sale
- −Older AF system
- −Heavier than modern mirrorless
- −Firmware updates trailed off
Fujifilm X-H2
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
FAQ: Sony A7 II vs Fujifilm X-H2
Which is better, Sony A7 II or Fujifilm X-H2? +
Fujifilm X-H2 scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 17. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sony A7 II worth the price? +
At $1,699, Sony A7 II delivers a Specdex score of 74 — strongest in ergonomics.
Is Fujifilm X-H2 worth the price? +
At $1,999, Fujifilm X-H2 delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in photo.
Does Sony A7 II or Fujifilm X-H2 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for photo, Sony A7 II or Fujifilm X-H2? +
Fujifilm X-H2 — leads on photo (91 vs 74). Compared on the photo sub-score.
Which is better for autofocus, Sony A7 II or Fujifilm X-H2? +
Fujifilm X-H2 — leads on autofocus (89 vs 70). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.