Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Nikon D5100

In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm GFX 100S versus Nikon D5100, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100S (102MP) and D5100 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100S (Medium format) and D5100 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100S was announced 9 years later than the D5100 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm GFX 100S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D5100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 100S grades versus the D5100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 100S & Nikon D5100. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 100S Gallery & Nikon D5100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 100S offers external measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) while the Nikon D5100 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm GFX 100S versus Nikon D5100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100S vs the D5100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 100S and D5100 is 55 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 100S and D5100.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 100S with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 100S will produce extra detail with its extra 86 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 100S provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.