Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7 III
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Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 102MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
- Released January 2021
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Launched February 2018
- Older Model is Sony A7 II
- Replacement is Sony A7 IV
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7 III Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 100S versus Sony A7 III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100S (102MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100S (Medium format) and A7 III (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm GFX 100S was revealed 2 years later than the A7 III and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 100S scores vs the A7 III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7 III Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 100S & Sony Alpha A7 III. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 100S Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 100S over the Sony A7 III
Fujifilm GFX 100S | A7 III | |||
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Launched | January 2021 | February 2018 | Fresher by 36 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2360k | 922k | Crisper screen (+1438k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Fujifilm GFX 100S
A7 III | Fujifilm GFX 100S |
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Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony A7 III
Fujifilm GFX 100S | A7 III | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 100S comes with external measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") along with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Sony A7 III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm GFX 100S versus Sony A7 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100S and the A7 III.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 100S and A7 III is 55 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 100S and A7 III.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 100S using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm GFX 100S will resolve greater detail because of its extra 78 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 100S is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 100S | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm GFX 100S | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-01-27 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 102 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 11648 x 8736 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,360 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/125s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 900 grams (1.98 lbs) | 650 grams (1.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 150 x 104 x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 460 photos | 610 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W235 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Retail price | $5,999 | $1,998 |