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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

vs

Fujifilm

GFX100S II

Compact 102MP GFX medium format body with X-Processor 5, 8-stop IBIS, and updated subject detection.

$4,999

Released May 2024

GFX ETERNA 55 is 1.3 years newer.

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Wins

2categories

GFX ETERNA 55

Video & HybridLandscape

Wins

4categories

GFX100S II

LandscapeVideo & Hybrid

5 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

GFX ETERNA 55 wins 2 categories·GFX100S II wins 3 categories
  • BGFX100S II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BGFX100S II has lower ISO min (native) (80 vs 400)
  • BGFX100S II has lower Weight (883 g vs 2000 g)
  • AGFX ETERNA 55 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
  • AGFX ETERNA 55 has higher Card slots (3 vs 2)

Key specs at a glance

GFX ETERNA 55GFX100S II
Resolution102 MP102 MP
Sensor43.8 x 32.9 mm43.8 x 32.9 mm
ISO max12,80012,800
4K60 fps30 fps
IBISNo8-stop
Weight2000 g883 g
Battery520 shots530 shots
Burst7 fps

Size and weight, to scale

GFX ETERNA 55

111 × 138 × 177 mm

2000 g (4.41 lb / 70.55 oz)

GFX100S II

150 × 104 × 87 mm

883 g (1.95 lb / 31.15 oz)

GFX ETERNA 55 is 39mm narrower than GFX100S II but it is also 34mm taller and 90mm thicker.

GFX ETERNA 55 is 1117 g heavier than GFX100S II.

Depth (front-to-back): 177mm GFX ETERNA 55 · 87mm GFX100S II

Sensor size, to scale

GFX ETERNA 55

43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format

1441 mm² area

GFX100S 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

Use caseGFX ETERNA 55GFX100S II
Portrait
5.0Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Sports & Action
4.0Fair
4.0Fair
Video & Hybrid
6.5Good
6.5Good
Landscape
6.0Good
7.0Good✓ wins
Travel
4.0Fair
5.0Fair✓ wins
Wildlife
5.0Fair
5.0Fair
Vlogging
4.0Fair
4.5Fair✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

GFX ETERNA 55

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 110.8, 138.2, 176.8

  • 4K max frame rate

    60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Card slots

    3 vs 2 — higher is better

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face

Reasons to choose

GFX100S II

  • IBIS effectiveness

    8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2

  • ISO min (native)

    80 vs 400 — lower is better

  • Weight

    883 g vs 2000 g — lower is better

  • Internal RAW video

    Only GFX100S II supports it

  • In-body stabilization

    Only GFX100S II supports it

  • Card types

    Adds SDXC V90

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 102 MP
  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • AF points / zonesBoth 425
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth 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

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

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Full specifications

= category winner

GFX ETERNA 55
GFX100S II
Resolution
102 MP
102 MP
Sensor type
Medium Format GFX 102MP CMOS II HS
Medium Format GFX 102MP CMOS II
Sensor size
43.8 x 32.9 mm
43.8 x 32.9 mm
AA filter
No
No
GFX ETERNA 55
GFX100S II
AF system
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
AF points / zones
425
425
AF frame coverage
100 %
100 %
AF low-light limit
-3.7 EV
Eye AF
Yes
Yes
Animal / bird AF
Yes
Yes
Subject recognition
Face, Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
GFX ETERNA 55
GFX100S II
Burst (mechanical)
7 fps
Burst (electronic)
4.1 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
No
No
RAW buffer depth
96 frames
GFX ETERNA 55
GFX100S II
Max resolution
8K
4K
4K max frame rate
60 fps2× more
30 fps
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps
720 Mbps
Internal RAW video
No
Yes
Log profile
F-Log / F-Log2 / F-Log2 C / HLG
F-Log / F-Log2
Codecs
Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, H.265
Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, H.265, H.264
GFX ETERNA 55
GFX100S II
Weight
2000 g
883 g−1,117 g less
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
110.8 × 138.2 × 176.8 mm
150 × 104.2 × 87.2 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, GFX ETERNA 55 or GFX100S II?

GFX100S II scores 6.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for GFX ETERNA 55 — 102MP — excellent for large prints and crops.

What's the resolution difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100S II?

Both cameras share the same 102 MP resolution.

Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100S II have in-body image stabilization?

GFX ETERNA 55 does not have IBIS, while gFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.

What's the weight difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100S II?

GFX ETERNA 55 weighs 2000 g and GFX100S II weighs 883 g, so the GFX100S II is 1117 g lighter.

Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100S II record 4K video?

GFX ETERNA 55: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p.

Are the GFX ETERNA 55 and GFX100S II weather sealed?

GFX ETERNA 55: Yes. GFX100S II: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the GFX ETERNA 55 and 530 shots for the GFX100S II, giving the GFX100S II the edge.

How much does each cost?

GFX ETERNA 55 launched at $16,499 and GFX100S II at $4,999. The GFX100S II is $11,500 less.

Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.