Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Sony A7S II

Below is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus Sony A7S II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100 (102MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100 (Medium format) and A7S II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100 was unveiled 3 years later than the A7S II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 100 scores vs the A7S II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 100 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 100 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm GFX 100 provides physical dimensions of 156mm x 144mm x 75mm (6.1" x 5.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 1320 grams (2.91 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm GFX 100 versus Sony A7S II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100 vs the A7S II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 100 and A7S II is 52 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 100 and A7S II.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 100 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm GFX 100 will deliver extra detail having an extra 90MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 100 will have a benefit in sensor technology.