Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Fujifilm
X-A5
Entry X-A body with a 24MP Bayer APS-C sensor and selfie-friendly tilting touchscreen.
$599
Launch priceReleased Jan 2018
GFX100 II is 5.6 years newer.
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Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
X-A5
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
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 50 Mbps)
- AGFX100 II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- AGFX100 II has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 15 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-A5
117 × 68 × 40 mm
361 g (0.80 lb / 12.73 oz)
GFX100 II is 36mm wider, 50mm taller, and 58mm thicker than X-A5.
GFX100 II is 669 g heavier than X-A5.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 40mm X-A5
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X-A5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 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-A5
✓ 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 50 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Resolution
102 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-A5
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.9, 67.7, 40.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
361 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
6 fps vs 5.3 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓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
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-A5
Pros
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓Selfie tilting screen
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –No EVF
- –4K limited to 15p
- –Entry AF
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm GFX100 II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or X-A5?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X-A5 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and X-A5?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and X-A5 is 24.2 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and X-A5 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X-A5 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the X-A5?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. X-A5 reaches 6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and X-A5?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and X-A5 weighs 361 g, so the X-A5 is 669 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and X-A5 record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-A5: 4K up to 15p.
Are the GFX100 II and X-A5 weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. X-A5: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 450 shots for the X-A5, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and X-A5 at $599. The X-A5 is $6,900 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.