Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Released Sep 2023
Fujifilm
X-E4
Minimalist APS-C rangefinder-style body for street and travel.
$849
Released Jan 2021
GFX100 II is 2.6 years newer.
Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
X-E4
5 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 17 frames)
- BX-E4 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5.3 fps)
- AGFX100 II has higher EVF resolution (9,440,000 vs 2,360,000)
- AGFX100 II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 26.1 MP)
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-E4
121 × 73 × 33 mm
364 g (0.80 lb / 12.84 oz)
GFX100 II is 31mm wider, 45mm taller, and 66mm thicker than X-E4.
GFX100 II is 666 g heavier than X-E4.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 33mm X-E4
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X-E4
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 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-E4
✓ 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 17 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
EVF resolution
9,440,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 26.1 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-E4
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -5.5 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 121.3, 72.9, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 5.3 fps — higher is better
Weight
364 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-E4 supports it
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
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
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-E4
Pros
- ✓Compact
- ✓Affordable
- ✓Film sims
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Minimal grip
- –No fully articulating screen
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or X-E4?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for X-E4 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and X-E4?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and X-E4 is 26.1 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and X-E4 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-E4 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the X-E4?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. X-E4 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and X-E4?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and X-E4 weighs 364 g, so the X-E4 is 666 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and X-E4 record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-E4: 4K up to 30p.
Are the GFX100 II and X-E4 weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. X-E4: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 460 shots for the X-E4, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and X-E4 at $849. The X-E4 is $6,650 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.