Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Released Sep 2023
Fujifilm
GFX 50S
First-generation GFX medium format body with 51.4MP files and modular pro ergonomics.
$6,499
Released Sep 2016
GFX100 II is 7 years newer.
Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
GFX 50S
3 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AGFX100 II has higher RAW buffer depth (325 frames vs 13 frames)
- AGFX100 II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AGFX100 II has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 117)
- AGFX100 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 3 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
GFX 50S
148 × 94 × 91 mm
920 g (2.03 lb / 32.45 oz)
GFX100 II is 5mm wider, 23mm taller, and 7mm thicker than GFX 50S.
GFX100 II is 110 g heavier than GFX 50S.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 91mm GFX 50S
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
GFX 50S
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
GFX100 II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 152.4, 117.4, 98.6
RAW buffer depth
325 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
AF points / zones
425 vs 117 — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SSD via USB
Reasons to choose
GFX 50S
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 147.5, 94.2, 91.4
Weight
920 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX100 II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format
- ✓Stunning detail
- ✓Pro video
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Slow operation feel
GFX 50S
Pros
- ✓51MP medium format
- ✓Modular EVF system
- ✓Excellent image quality
Cons
- –Slow contrast AF
- –Large body
- –No IBIS
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or GFX 50S?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for GFX 50S — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and GFX 50S?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and GFX 50S is 51.4 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and GFX 50S have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while gFX 50S does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the GFX 50S?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. GFX 50S reaches 3 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and GFX 50S?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and GFX 50S weighs 920 g, so the GFX 50S is 110 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and GFX 50S record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GFX 50S: Full HD.
Are the GFX100 II and GFX 50S weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. GFX 50S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 400 shots for the GFX 50S, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and GFX 50S at $6,499. The GFX 50S is $1,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.