Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm GFX 100S
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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm GFX 100S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 102MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
- Released January 2021

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm GFX 100S Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Fujifilm GFX 100S, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both designed by FujiFilm. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm GFX 100S (102MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm GFX 100S (Medium format) have totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm F500 EXR was released 11 years earlier than the Fujifilm GFX 100S and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm F500 EXR being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm GFX 100S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades against the Fujifilm GFX 100S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm GFX 100S Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Fujifilm GFX 100S. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Fujifilm GFX 100S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the Fujifilm GFX 100S
Fujifilm F500 EXR | Fujifilm GFX 100S |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 100S over the Fujifilm F500 EXR
Fujifilm GFX 100S | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Released | January 2021 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 122 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1900k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm GFX 100S
Fujifilm F500 EXR | Fujifilm GFX 100S | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm GFX 100S Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F500 EXR has got outside measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Fujifilm GFX 100S has sizing of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") having a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Fujifilm GFX 100S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and the Fujifilm GFX 100S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm GFX 100S is 91 and 55 respectively.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm GFX 100S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm GFX 100S.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Fujifilm GFX 100S will render extra detail as a result of its extra 86MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F500 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm GFX 100S Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Fujifilm GFX 100S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2021-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | Medium format |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 44 x 33mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 1,452.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 102 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 11648 x 8736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 425 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Fujifilm G |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 13 |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 0.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 2,360k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/125 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) | 900 gr (1.98 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 150 x 104 x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 460 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | NP-W235 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Price at launch | $430 | $5,999 |