Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Released Sep 2023
Fujifilm
GFX50S II
Affordable medium format entry with 51MP and IBIS.
$3,999
Released Sep 2021
GFX100 II is 2 years newer.
Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
GFX50S II
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100 II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 50 Mbps)
- AGFX100 II has higher RAW buffer depth (325 frames vs 35 frames)
- AGFX100 II has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 117)
- AGFX100 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 3 fps)
- AGFX100 II has higher EVF resolution (9,440,000 vs 3,690,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
GFX50S II
150 × 104 × 87 mm
900 g (1.98 lb / 31.75 oz)
GFX100 II is 2mm wider, 13mm taller, and 11mm thicker than GFX50S II.
GFX100 II is 130 g heavier than GFX50S II.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 87mm GFX50S II
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
GFX50S 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
GFX100 II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 152.4, 117.4, 98.6
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 50 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
325 frames vs 35 frames — 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
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GFX50S II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2
Card types
Adds SDXC V90
Weight
900 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
GFX50S II
Pros
- ✓Medium format under $4K
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great color
Cons
- –Slower AF
- –Large body
- –Limited lens selection vs FF
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or GFX50S II?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for GFX50S II — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and GFX50S II?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and GFX50S II is 51.4 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and GFX50S II have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while gFX50S II has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the GFX50S II?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. GFX50S II reaches 3 fps mechanical.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and GFX50S II?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and GFX50S II weighs 900 g, so the GFX50S II is 130 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and GFX50S II record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GFX50S II: Full HD.
Are the GFX100 II and GFX50S II weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. GFX50S II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 455 shots for the GFX50S II, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and GFX50S II at $3,999. The GFX50S II is $3,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.