Canon R3 vs Fujifilm GFX 50R

Here, we will be matching up the Canon R3 and Fujifilm GFX 50R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and the R3 (Full frame) and Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R3 was manufactured 3 years after the Fujifilm GFX 50R which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the R3 grades versus the Fujifilm GFX 50R for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R3 and Fujifilm GFX 50R. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery and Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon R3 comes with external dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) while the Fujifilm GFX 50R has specifications of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R3 and Fujifilm GFX 50R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the R3 and the Fujifilm GFX 50R.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and Fujifilm GFX 50R is 52 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R3 and Fujifilm GFX 50R.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R3 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will deliver greater detail due to its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer R3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.