Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Samsung GX-20

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus Samsung GX-20, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100 (102MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100 (Medium format) and GX-20 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100 was launched 11 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 100 matches up versus the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 100 & Samsung GX-20. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 100 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 100 has outer measurements of 156mm x 144mm x 75mm (6.1" x 5.7" x 3.0") and a weight of 1320 grams (2.91 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus Samsung GX-20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus the GX-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 100 and GX-20 is 52 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 100 and GX-20.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 100 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 100 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 87 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 100 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.