Fujifilm
GFX100S II
Compact 102MP GFX medium format body with X-Processor 5, 8-stop IBIS, and updated subject detection.
$4,999
Launch priceReleased May 2024
Fujifilm
instax WIDE Evo
Hybrid instant camera that prints Instax Wide photos and saves digital copies with film simulations.
$249
Launch priceReleased Dec 2021
GFX100S II is 2.4 years newer.
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Wins
GFX100S II
Wins
instax WIDE Evo
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100S II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AGFX100S II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 16 MP)
- AGFX100S II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- Binstax WIDE Evo has lower Weight (285 g vs 883 g)
- Binstax WIDE Evo has higher Burst (electronic) (11 fps vs 4.1 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGFX100S II
150 × 104 × 87 mm
883 g (1.95 lb / 31.15 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
instax WIDE Evo
160 × 121 × 36 mm
285 g (0.63 lb / 10.05 oz)
GFX100S II is 10mm narrower and 17mm shorter than instax WIDE Evo but it is also 51mm thicker.
GFX100S II is 598 g heavier than instax WIDE Evo.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm GFX100S II · 36mm instax WIDE Evo
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100S II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
instax WIDE Evo
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
3.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
GFX100S II
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2
Resolution
102 MP vs 16 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Card types
Adds SDXC V90, SSD via USB
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Animal / bird AF
Only GFX100S II supports it
Reasons to choose
instax WIDE Evo
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 160, 121, 36
Weight
285 g vs 883 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
11 fps vs 4.1 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 530 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX100S II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format sensor
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓X-Processor 5
- ✓Compact for GFX
Cons
- –Large files
- –Premium price
- –Medium format AF not for sports
instax WIDE Evo
Pros
- ✓Instant + digital hybrid
- ✓Instax Wide format
- ✓Film simulation modes
- ✓Fun and social
Cons
- –Not for serious photography
- –Film cost
- –Fixed lens
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, GFX100S II or instax WIDE Evo?
GFX100S II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for instax WIDE Evo — 102MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100S II and instax WIDE Evo?
GFX100S II is 102 MP and instax WIDE Evo is 16 MP, so the GFX100S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100S II and instax WIDE Evo have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while instax WIDE Evo does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100S II or the instax WIDE Evo?
GFX100S II reaches 7 fps mechanical. instax WIDE Evo reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100S II and instax WIDE Evo?
GFX100S II weighs 883 g and instax WIDE Evo weighs 285 g, so the instax WIDE Evo is 598 g lighter.
Do the GFX100S II and instax WIDE Evo record 4K video?
GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p. instax WIDE Evo: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX100S II and instax WIDE Evo weather sealed?
GFX100S II: Yes. instax WIDE Evo: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 530 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100S II and 640 shots for the instax WIDE Evo, giving the instax WIDE Evo the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100S II launched at $4,999 and instax WIDE Evo at $249. The instax WIDE Evo is $4,750 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.