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
X100
The original fixed-lens premium compact that launched the X100 line and Fujifilm's modern revival.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2011
GFX100S II is 13.3 years newer.
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Wins
GFX100S II
Wins
X100
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100S II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 12.3 MP)
- AGFX100S II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BX100 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 4.1 fps)
- BX100 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- BX100 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X100
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
GFX100S II is 24mm wider, 30mm taller, and 33mm thicker than X100.
GFX100S II is 438 g heavier than X100.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm GFX100S II · 54mm X100
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100S II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X100
23.6 × 15.8 mm · APS-C
373 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2
Resolution
102 MP vs 12.3 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
Internal RAW video
Only GFX100S II supports it
Weather sealing
Only GFX100S II supports it
Reasons to choose
X100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 4.1 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only X100 supports it
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100 supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
445 g vs 883 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
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
X100
Pros
- ✓Historic X100 origin
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder debut
- ✓Classic design
- ✓APS-C in compact
Cons
- –12MP very dated
- –Slow AF
- –No 4K
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 X100?
GFX100S II scores 7.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for X100 — 102MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100S II and X100?
GFX100S II is 102 MP and X100 is 12.3 MP, so the GFX100S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100S II and X100 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X100 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100S II or the X100?
GFX100S II reaches 7 fps mechanical. X100 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100S II and X100?
GFX100S II weighs 883 g and X100 weighs 445 g, so the X100 is 438 g lighter.
Do the GFX100S II and X100 record 4K video?
GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p. X100: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX100S II and X100 weather sealed?
GFX100S II: Yes. X100: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 530 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100S II and 640 shots for the X100, giving the X100 the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100S II launched at $4,999 and X100 at $1,199. The X100 is $3,800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.