Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Released Sep 2023
Fujifilm
X-A7
Stylish entry APS-C for vloggers with flip screen and simple operation.
$699
Released Oct 2019
GFX100 II is 3.9 years newer.
Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
X-A7
3 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 15 frames)
- AGFX100 II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- AGFX100 II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BX-A7 has lower Weight (320 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-A7
119 × 68 × 41 mm
320 g (0.71 lb / 11.29 oz)
GFX100 II is 33mm wider, 50mm taller, and 57mm thicker than X-A7.
GFX100 II is 710 g heavier than X-A7.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 41mm X-A7
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X-A7
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-A7
✓ 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
AF low-light limit
-5.5 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
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 15 frames — 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-A7
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 119, 67.7, 41.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
320 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-A7
Pros
- ✓Flip selfie screen
- ✓Light and stylish
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Entry sensor
- –Limited lenses needed
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or X-A7?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for X-A7 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and X-A7?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and X-A7 is 24.2 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and X-A7 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-A7 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the X-A7?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. X-A7 reaches 6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and X-A7?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and X-A7 weighs 320 g, so the X-A7 is 710 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and X-A7 record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-A7: 4K up to 30p.
Are the GFX100 II and X-A7 weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. X-A7: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 440 shots for the X-A7, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and X-A7 at $699. The X-A7 is $6,800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.