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Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9

Portability
52 Imaging
93 Features
86 Overall
90
Fujifilm GFX 100 front
 
Nikon Z9 front
Portability
51 Imaging
81 Features
90 Overall
84

Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs

Fujifilm GFX 100
(Full Review)
  • 102MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm G Mount
  • 1320g - 156 x 144 x 75mm
  • Launched May 2019
Nikon Z9
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
  • Revealed October 2021
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Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 Overview

The following is a thorough review of the Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100 (102MP) and Z9 (46MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100 (Medium format) and Z9 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm GFX 100 was released 3 years before the Z9 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 100 matches up vs the Z9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 100 over the Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm GFX 100 Z9 
Screen resolution2360k2089kCrisper screen (+271k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Fujifilm GFX 100

		

		

			
 Z9 Fujifilm GFX 100 
RevealedOctober 2021May 2019Newer by 29 months
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 100 and Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm GFX 100 Z9 
Manually focus  Very accurate focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimension3.2"3.2"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen  Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 100 provides physical dimensions of 156mm x 144mm x 75mm (6.1" x 5.7" x 3.0") having a weight of 1320 grams (2.91 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z9 has specifications of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100 compared to the Z9.
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 size comparison
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 100 and Z9 is 52 and 51 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 100 and Z9.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 100 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 100 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 56 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm GFX 100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
	
			Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Fujifilm GFX 100
Portrait photography with Nikon Z9
95
 has manual focus
 fantastic  resolution (102 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Medium format)
 features face detect focus
 saves RAW files
88
 you can focus manually
 sensor resolution is amazing (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 provides face detect focusing
 exports RAW files
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm GFX 100 Street photography features
Nikon Z9 Street photography features
72
 screen tilts up and down
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is great (Medium format)
 saves RAW files
 provides touch to focus
 weather sealing
 more heavy than average (1,320 grams)
70
 tilting screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 exports RAW files
 offers focus by touch
 environment proofing
 very good ISO range (25,600)
 heavier than others in class (1,340 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Fujifilm GFX 100 Sports photography information
Nikon Z9 Sports photography information
90
 quiet shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 fantastic  resolution (102MP)
 sensor size is great (Medium format)
 features tracking focus
 weather sealing
 better than average battery (800 shots)
 comes with phase detect auto focus
 max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
90
 silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
 max frames per second high (30.0 fps)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor resolution is amazing (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 provides tracking focus
 environment proofing
 great battery power (740 per charge)
 sensor has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Fujifilm GFX 100 Travel photography information
Nikon Z9 Travel photography information
67
 better than average battery (800 shots)
 weather sealing
 connects via bluetooth
 provides touch to focus
 fantastic  resolution (102 megapixels)
 more heavy than average (1,320g)
 doesn't posses selfie friendly display
65
 great battery power (740 shots)
 environment proofing
 connects via bluetooth
 offers focus by touch
 sensor resolution is amazing (46MP)
 heavier than others in class (1,340 grams)
 doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm GFX 100 Landscape photography factors
Nikon Z9 Landscape photography factors
92
 has manual focus
 switch lenses (Fujifilm G mount)
 nice screen size (3.2 inch)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 fantastic  resolution (102MP)
 sensor size is great (Medium format)
 saves RAW files
 weather sealing
 better than average battery (800 CIPA)
 2 card slots
87
 you can focus manually
 swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 nice screen size (3.2 inch)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor resolution is amazing (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 very good ISO range (25,600)
 exports RAW files
 environment proofing
 great battery power (740 shots)
 has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison
 Fujifilm GFX 100 as a Vlogging camera
 Nikon Z9 as a Vlogging camera
33
 touchscreen enabled
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 features face detect focus
 video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
 does have microphone support
 doesn't posses selfie friendly display
 more heavy than average (1,320g)
32
 built-in touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 provides face detect focusing
 high quality video (7680 x 4320 pixels)
 includes mic port
 doesn't have selfie friendly screen
 heavier than others in class (1,340 grams)
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Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon Z9 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm GFX 100 and Nikon Z9
 Fujifilm GFX 100Nikon Z9
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm GFX 100 Nikon Z9
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2019-05-23 2021-10-28
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS Stacked CMOS
Sensor size Medium format Full frame
Sensor dimensions 44 x 33mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 1,452.0mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 102 megapixels 46 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9
Full resolution 11648 x 8736 8256 x 5504
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max boosted ISO 102400 102400
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW data    
Minimum boosted ISO 50 32
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Touch to focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Number of focus points 425 493
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm G Nikon Z
Total lenses 12 29
Focal length multiplier 0.8 1
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 2,360k dot 2,089k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch function    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dot 3,686k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 1.09x 0.8x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 900s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s -
Highest silent shutter speed 1/16000s 1/32000s
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames per sec 30.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off
External flash    
AE bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Highest flash sync 1/125s 1/200s
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L
Max video resolution 4096x2160 7680x4320
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264, H.265
Mic jack    
Headphone jack    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environmental seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 1320 grams (2.91 lb) 1340 grams (2.95 lb)
Dimensions 156 x 144 x 75mm (6.1" x 5.7" x 3.0") 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 800 images 740 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-T125 EN-EL18d
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting    
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) Dual CFexpress Type B slots
Storage slots Two Two
Launch pricing $10,000 $5,500