Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Released Sep 2023
Fujifilm
X-A2
Entry X-A camera with a 16MP APS-C Bayer sensor and selfie-oriented tilt screen.
$549
Released Jan 2015
GFX100 II is 8.7 years newer.
Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
X-A2
2 categories tied
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 10 frames)
- AGFX100 II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AGFX100 II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 16.3 MP)
- BX-A2 has lower Weight (350 g vs 1030 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
X-A2
117 × 67 × 40 mm
350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
GFX100 II is 36mm wider, 51mm taller, and 58mm thicker than X-A2.
GFX100 II is 680 g heavier than X-A2.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 40mm X-A2
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X-A2
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
3.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
GFX100 II: mount data unavailable
X-A2
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SSD via USB
RAW buffer depth
325 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 16.3 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Reasons to choose
X-A2
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.9, 66.5, 40.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
350 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
5.6 fps vs 5.3 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
X-A2
Pros
- ✓Affordable X-mount
- ✓Flip-up screen
- ✓Compact
Cons
- –No EVF
- –No 4K
- –Older sensor
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or X-A2?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for X-A2 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and X-A2?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and X-A2 is 16.3 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and X-A2 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-A2 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the X-A2?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. X-A2 reaches 5.6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and X-A2?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and X-A2 weighs 350 g, so the X-A2 is 680 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and X-A2 record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-A2: Full HD.
Are the GFX100 II and X-A2 weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. X-A2: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 410 shots for the X-A2, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and X-A2 at $549. The X-A2 is $6,950 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.