Fujifilm
GFX50S II
Affordable medium format entry with 51MP and IBIS.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Feb 2020
GFX50S II is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
GFX50S II
Wins
X100V
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX50S II has higher IBIS effectiveness (6.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX100V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 2.2 fps)
- BX100V has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 50 Mbps)
- BX100V has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 3 fps)
- BX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 117)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGFX50S II
150 × 104 × 87 mm
900 g (1.98 lb / 31.75 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
GFX50S II is 22mm wider, 29mm taller, and 34mm thicker than X100V.
GFX50S II is 422 g heavier than X100V.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm GFX50S II · 53mm X100V
Sensor size, to scale
GFX50S II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X100V
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
GFX50S II
IBIS effectiveness
6.5 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
RAW buffer depth
35 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GFX50S II supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only GFX50S II supports it
Resolution
51.4 MP vs 26.1 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 2.2 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 50 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
425 vs 117 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only X100V supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100V supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 3,690,000
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX50S II
Pros
- ✓Medium format under $4K
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great color
Cons
- –Slower AF
- –Large body
- –Limited lens selection vs FF
X100V
Pros
- ✓Classic design
- ✓Leaf shutter
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Proven street camera
Cons
- –Superseded by X100VI
- –Fixed lens
- –No IBIS
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, GFX50S II or X100V?
X100V scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for GFX50S II — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX50S II and X100V?
GFX50S II is 51.4 MP and X100V is 26.1 MP, so the GFX50S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX50S II and X100V have in-body image stabilization?
GFX50S II has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while X100V does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX50S II or the X100V?
GFX50S II reaches 3 fps mechanical. X100V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX50S II and X100V?
GFX50S II weighs 900 g and X100V weighs 478 g, so the X100V is 422 g lighter.
Do the GFX50S II and X100V record 4K video?
GFX50S II: Full HD. X100V: 4K up to 30p.
Are the GFX50S II and X100V weather sealed?
GFX50S II: Yes. X100V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 455 shots (CIPA) for the GFX50S II and 350 shots for the X100V, giving the GFX50S II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX50S II launched at $3,999 and X100V at $1,399. The X100V is $2,600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.