Canon
EOS 5D Mark IV
Pro 30MP full-frame DSLR still used for weddings, events, and studio work.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased Aug 2016
Fujifilm
GFX100S II
Compact 102MP GFX medium format body with X-Processor 5, 8-stop IBIS, and updated subject detection.
$4,999
Launch priceReleased May 2024
GFX100S II is 7.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 5D Mark IV
Wins
GFX100S II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGFX100S II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BGFX100S II has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 61)
- BGFX100S II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BGFX100S II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 30.4 MP)
- AEOS 5D Mark IV has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 116 × 76 mm
890 g (1.96 lb / 31.39 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GFX100S II
150 × 104 × 87 mm
883 g (1.95 lb / 31.15 oz)
EOS 5D Mark IV is 11mm thinner than GFX100S II but it is also 1mm wider and 12mm taller.
EOS 5D Mark IV is 7 g heavier than GFX100S II.
Depth (front-to-back): 76mm EOS 5D Mark IV · 87mm GFX100S II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 116 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GFX100S II
150 × 104 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 76 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GFX100S II
150 × 87 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 5D Mark IV
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
GFX100S II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 5D Mark IV
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
GFX100S II: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS 5D Mark IV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150.7, 116.4, 75.9
Card types
Adds CF, SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS 5D Mark IV supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS 5D Mark IV supports it
Codecs
Adds Motion JPEG
Burst (electronic)
7 fps vs 4.1 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
900 shots vs 530 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GFX100S II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SDXC V90, SSD via USB
AF points / zones
425 vs 61 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 30.4 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 7 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 5D Mark IV
Pros
- ✓30MP proven sensor
- ✓Dual Pixel AF in live view
- ✓Rugged pro build
- ✓Huge EF lens ecosystem
Cons
- –DSLR platform aging
- –4K video limited
- –Heavy
GFX100S II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format sensor
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓X-Processor 5
- ✓Compact for GFX
Cons
- –Large files
- –Premium price
- –Medium format AF not for sports
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS 5D Mark IV or GFX100S II?
GFX100S II scores 6.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for EOS 5D Mark IV — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 5D Mark IV and GFX100S II?
EOS 5D Mark IV is 30.4 MP and GFX100S II is 102 MP, so the GFX100S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 5D Mark IV and GFX100S II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 5D Mark IV does not have IBIS, while GFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 5D Mark IV or the GFX100S II?
EOS 5D Mark IV reaches 7 fps electronic. GFX100S II reaches 7 fps mechanical.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 5D Mark IV and GFX100S II?
EOS 5D Mark IV weighs 890 g and GFX100S II weighs 883 g, so the GFX100S II is 7 g lighter.
Do the EOS 5D Mark IV and GFX100S II record 4K video?
EOS 5D Mark IV: 4K up to 30p. GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS 5D Mark IV and GFX100S II weather sealed?
EOS 5D Mark IV: Yes. GFX100S II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 900 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 5D Mark IV and 530 shots for the GFX100S II, giving the EOS 5D Mark IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 5D Mark IV launched at $3,499 and GFX100S II at $4,999. The EOS 5D Mark IV is $1,500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.