Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z30

Following is a complete review of the Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z30, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100 (102MP) and Z30 (21MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100 (Medium format) and Z30 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100 was announced 4 years before the Z30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 100 grades versus the Z30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 100 & Nikon Z30. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 100 Gallery & Nikon Z30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 100 comes with outside dimensions of 156mm x 144mm x 75mm (6.1" x 5.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1320 grams (2.91 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z30 has proportions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus the Z30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 100 and Z30 is 52 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 100 and Z30.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 100 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 100 will result in greater detail with its extra 81MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm GFX 100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.