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Fujifilm

GFX100S II

Compact 102MP GFX medium format body with X-Processor 5, 8-stop IBIS, and updated subject detection.

$4,999

Launch price

Released May 2024

vs
Alpha 7 IV

Sony

Alpha 7 IV

33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.

$2,499

Launch price

Released Oct 2021

GFX100S II is 2.6 years newer.

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Wins

7categories

GFX100S II

LandscapeVideo & Hybrid

Wins

8categories

Alpha 7 IV

PortraitWildlife

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

GFX100S II wins 1 categories·Alpha 7 IV wins 4 categories
  • BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 96 frames)
  • BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
  • AGFX100S II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 33 MP)
  • BAlpha 7 IV has higher Burst (electronic) (10 fps vs 4.1 fps)
  • BAlpha 7 IV has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)

Key specs at a glance

GFX100S IIAlpha 7 IV
Resolution102 MP33 MP
Sensor43.8 x 32.9 mmFull Frame
ISO max12,80051,200
Burst7 fps10 fps
4K30 fps60 fps
IBIS8-stop5.5-stop
Weight883 g658 g
Battery530 shots580 shots

Size and weight, to scale

GFX100S II

150 × 104 × 87 mm

883 g (1.95 lb / 31.15 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Alpha 7 IV front view

Alpha 7 IV

131 × 96 × 80 mm

658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)

GFX100S II is 19mm wider, 8mm taller, and 7mm thicker than Alpha 7 IV.

GFX100S II is 225 g heavier than Alpha 7 IV.

Depth (front-to-back): 87mm GFX100S II · 80mm Alpha 7 IV

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

GFX100S II

150 × 104 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Alpha 7 IV back view

Alpha 7 IV

131 × 96 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

GFX100S II

150 × 87 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Alpha 7 IV top view

Alpha 7 IV

131 × 80 mm

Sensor size, to scale

GFX100S II

43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format

1441 mm² area

Alpha 7 IV

35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame

858 mm² area

1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

GFX100S II: mount data unavailable

Alpha 7 IV

✓ more lenses

Sony E

350+

native lenses available

80 first-party270 third-party

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

Use caseGFX100S IIAlpha 7 IV
Portrait
6.0Good
9.0Excellent✓ wins
Sports & Action
4.0Fair
6.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
6.5Good
7.5Good✓ wins
Landscape
7.0Good
7.5Good✓ wins
Travel
5.0Fair
7.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
5.0Fair
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
4.5Fair
8.0Excellent✓ wins

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 33 MP — higher is better

  • Card types

    Adds SDXC V90, SSD via USB

  • Codecs

    Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Train

  • EVF resolution

    5,760,000 vs 3,686,400 — higher is better

  • IBIS effectiveness

    8 stops vs 5.5 stops — higher is better

  • ISO min (native)

    80 vs 100 — lower is better

Reasons to choose

Alpha 7 IV

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8

  • RAW buffer depth

    828 frames vs 96 frames — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I

  • Burst (electronic)

    10 fps vs 4.1 fps — higher is better

  • AA filter

    Only Alpha 7 IV supports it

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Insect, Car/Train

  • 4K max frame rate

    60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Internal RAW videoBoth support internal raw video
  • In-body stabilization (IBIS)Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
  • Weather sealingBoth support weather sealing
  • Card slotsBoth 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

Alpha 7 IV

Pros

  • 33MP — more detail for cropping and print
  • 10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
  • Full-size HDMI port
  • 759 phase-detect AF points

Cons

  • 4K 60p requires Super35 crop
  • 10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
  • Complex menu system

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

GFX100S II
Alpha 7 IV
Resolution
102 MP3.1× more
33 MP
Sensor type
Medium Format GFX 102MP CMOS II
Full Frame Exmor R CMOS
Sensor size
43.8 x 32.9 mm
35.9 × 23.9 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
GFX100S II
Alpha 7 IV
Processor
X-Processor 5
BIONZ XR
GFX100S II
Alpha 7 IV
ISO min (native)
80−20 less
100
ISO max (native)
12,800
51,200+2 stops
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
204,800
GFX100S II
Alpha 7 IV
Shutter type
Focal Plane Shutter
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for vlogging, GFX100S II or Alpha 7 IV?

Alpha 7 IV scores 8.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for GFX100S II — Fully articulating screen — see yourself while filming.

What's the resolution difference between the GFX100S II and Alpha 7 IV?

GFX100S II is 102 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the GFX100S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the GFX100S II and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?

GFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100S II or the Alpha 7 IV?

GFX100S II reaches 7 fps mechanical. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the GFX100S II and Alpha 7 IV?

GFX100S II weighs 883 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Alpha 7 IV is 225 g lighter.

Do the GFX100S II and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?

GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.

Are the GFX100S II and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?

GFX100S II: Yes. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 530 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100S II and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.

How much does each cost?

GFX100S II launched at $4,999 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The Alpha 7 IV is $2,500 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.

Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.