Fujifilm
GFX100S II
Compact 102MP GFX medium format body with X-Processor 5, 8-stop IBIS, and updated subject detection.
$4,999
Released May 2024
Fujifilm
X100S
Second-generation X100 with 16MP X-Trans sensor and fixed 35mm-equivalent lens.
$1,299
Released Jan 2013
GFX100S II is 11.3 years newer.
Wins
GFX100S II
Wins
X100S
2 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100S II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AGFX100S II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AGFX100S II has higher RAW buffer depth (96 frames vs 8 frames)
- AGFX100S II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 16.3 MP)
- AGFX100S II has lower ISO min (native) (80 vs 200)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100S II
150 × 104 × 87 mm
883 g (1.95 lb / 31.15 oz)
X100S
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
GFX100S II is 24mm wider, 30mm taller, and 33mm thicker than X100S.
GFX100S II is 438 g heavier than X100S.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm GFX100S II · 54mm X100S
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100S II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X100S
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 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
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SDXC V90, SSD via USB
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
96 frames vs 8 frames — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 16.3 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Reasons to choose
X100S
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
445 g vs 883 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
6 fps vs 4.1 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
X100S
Pros
- ✓Classic fixed-lens design
- ✓X-Trans sensor
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder
Cons
- –Very old AF
- –No 4K
- –Fixed screen
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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 X100S?
GFX100S II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X100S — 102MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100S II and X100S?
GFX100S II is 102 MP and X100S is 16.3 MP, so the GFX100S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100S II and X100S have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x100S does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100S II or the X100S?
GFX100S II reaches 7 fps mechanical. X100S reaches 6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100S II and X100S?
GFX100S II weighs 883 g and X100S weighs 445 g, so the X100S is 438 g lighter.
Do the GFX100S II and X100S record 4K video?
GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p. X100S: Full HD.
Are the GFX100S II and X100S weather sealed?
GFX100S II: Yes. X100S: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 530 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100S II and 330 shots for the X100S, giving the GFX100S II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100S II launched at $4,999 and X100S at $1,299. The X100S is $3,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.