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Fujifilm

GFX100 II

102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.

$7,499

Released Sep 2023

vs

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

11categories

GFX100 II

Video & HybridLandscape

Wins

1categories

GFX 50S

Landscape

3 categories tied

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TL;DR — Key differences

GFX100 II wins 5 categories·GFX 50S wins 0 categories
  • 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

GFX100 IIGFX 50S
Resolution102 MP51.4 MP
Sensor43.8 x 32.9 mm43.8 x 32.9 mm
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst8 fps3 fps
4K60 fps
IBIS8-stopNo
Weight1030 g920 g
Battery540 shots400 shots

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

Use caseGFX100 IIGFX 50S
Portrait
6.0Good✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
5.0Fair✓ wins
1.5Limited
Video & Hybrid
9.0Excellent✓ wins
2.0Limited
Landscape
7.0Good✓ wins
6.0Good
Travel
5.0Fair✓ wins
4.0Fair
Wildlife
5.0Fair✓ wins
1.5Limited
Vlogging
5.5Fair✓ wins
1.5Limited

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 sealingBoth support weather sealing
  • Card slotsBoth 2
  • EVF refresh rateBoth 120 Hz
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth 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

= category winner

GFX100 II
GFX 50S
Resolution
102 MP+98%
51.4 MP
Sensor type
Medium Format GFX 102MP CMOS II HS
Medium Format Bayer CMOS
Sensor size
43.8 x 32.9 mm
43.8 x 32.9 mm
AA filter
No
No
GFX100 II
GFX 50S
AF system
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
TTL Contrast AF
AF points / zones
4253.6× more
117
AF frame coverage
100 %
AF low-light limit
-5.5 EV
Eye AF
Yes
No
Animal / bird AF
Yes
No
Subject recognition
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
GFX100 II
GFX 50S
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps2.7× more
3 fps
Burst (electronic)
5.3 fps+77%
3 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
No
No
RAW buffer depth
325 frames25× more
13 frames
GFX100 II
GFX 50S
Max resolution
8K
Full HD
4K max frame rate
60 fps
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps20× more
36 Mbps
Internal RAW video
Yes
No
Log profile
F-Log / F-Log2
None
Codecs
Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, H.265, H.264
H.264
GFX100 II
GFX 50S
Weight
1030 g
920 g−110 g less
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
152.4 × 117.4 × 98.6 mm
147.5 × 94.2 × 91.4 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes

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.