Fujifilm
GFX ETERNA 55
G-mount large-format cinema camera with a 102MP GFX sensor, 8K recording, variable ND, 12G-SDI, and pro I/O.
$16,499
Released Sep 2025
Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Released Sep 2023
GFX ETERNA 55 is 2 years newer.
Wins
GFX ETERNA 55
Wins
GFX100 II
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGFX100 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BGFX100 II has lower ISO min (native) (80 vs 400)
- BGFX100 II has lower Weight (1030 g vs 2000 g)
- AGFX ETERNA 55 has higher Card slots (3 vs 2)
- BGFX100 II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (540 shots vs 520 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX ETERNA 55
111 × 138 × 177 mm
2000 g (4.41 lb / 70.55 oz)
GFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
GFX ETERNA 55 is 42mm narrower than GFX100 II but it is also 21mm taller and 78mm thicker.
GFX ETERNA 55 is 970 g heavier than GFX100 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 177mm GFX ETERNA 55 · 99mm GFX100 II
Sensor size, to scale
GFX ETERNA 55
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
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
GFX ETERNA 55
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.8, 138.2, 176.8
Card slots
3 vs 2 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face
Reasons to choose
GFX100 II
AF low-light limit
-5.5 EV vs -3.7 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 152.4, 117.4, 98.6
ISO min (native)
80 vs 400 — lower is better
Internal RAW video
Only GFX100 II supports it
In-body stabilization
Only GFX100 II supports it
Weight
1030 g vs 2000 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.264
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 102 MP
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX ETERNA 55
Pros
- ✓Large-format 8K cinema capture
- ✓Electronic variable ND
- ✓12G-SDI and GenLock
- ✓F-Log2 / F-Log2 C
Cons
- –Cinema-only body
- –Very expensive
- –Large and heavy
GFX100 II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format
- ✓Stunning detail
- ✓Pro video
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Slow operation feel
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX ETERNA 55 or GFX100 II?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for GFX ETERNA 55 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100 II?
Both cameras share the same 102 MP resolution.
Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100 II have in-body image stabilization?
GFX ETERNA 55 does not have IBIS, while gFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100 II?
GFX ETERNA 55 weighs 2000 g and GFX100 II weighs 1030 g, so the GFX100 II is 970 g lighter.
Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100 II record 4K video?
GFX ETERNA 55: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100 II weather sealed?
GFX ETERNA 55: Yes. GFX100 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the GFX ETERNA 55 and 540 shots for the GFX100 II, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX ETERNA 55 launched at $16,499 and GFX100 II at $7,499. The GFX100 II is $9,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.