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Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III

Portability
55
Imaging
95
Features
85
Overall
91
Fujifilm GFX 100S front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Fujifilm GFX 100S
(Full Review)
  • 102MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm G Mount
  • 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
  • Launched January 2021
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Introduced October 2017
  • Replaced the Sony A7R II
  • Newer Model is Sony A7R IV
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Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100S (102MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100S (Medium format) and A7R III (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100S was released 3 years after the A7R III which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 100S grades against the A7R III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 100S over the Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm GFX 100S A7R III 
IntroducedJanuary 2021October 2017More modern by 40 months
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2360k1440kClearer screen (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Fujifilm GFX 100S

 A7R III Fujifilm GFX 100S 

Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony A7R III

 Fujifilm GFX 100S A7R III 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 100S provides external measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") and a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100S compared to the A7R III.

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 100S and A7R III is 55 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 100S and A7R III.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 100S because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 100S will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 60 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 100S is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 100S Portrait photography factors
Sony A7R III Portrait photography factors
97
focusing manually
resolution is high (102 megapixels)
large sensor size (Medium format)
includes face detect focus
exports RAW files
86
has manual focus
excellent resolution (42MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 100S Street photography information
Sony A7R III Street photography information
74
screen tilts up and down
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Medium format)
exports RAW files
boasts touch to focus
environment sealing
heavier than competition (900 grams)
79
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
exports RAW files
includes focus via touch
weather proof
great high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 100S Sports photography highlights
Sony A7R III Sports photography highlights
91
quiet shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is high (102MP)
large sensor size (Medium format)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
89
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent resolution (42 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
good battery power (650 shots)
has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm GFX 100S
Travel photography with Sony A7R III
67
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch to focus
resolution is high (102 megapixels)
heavier than competition (900 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
74
good battery power (650 per charge)
weather proof
supports bluetooth
includes focus via touch
excellent resolution (42 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm GFX 100S
Landscape photography with Sony A7R III
93
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm G mount)
screen is a good size (3.2")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is high (102MP)
large sensor size (Medium format)
exports RAW files
environment sealing
has double storage slots
87
has manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent resolution (42 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (32,000)
exports RAW files
weather proof
good battery power (650 per charge)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 100S as a Vlogging camera
Sony A7R III as a Vlogging camera
34
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
video res high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic port
display isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competition (900 grams)
37
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
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Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony A7R III
 Fujifilm GFX 100SSony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm GFX 100S Sony Alpha A7R III
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2021-01-27 2017-10-25
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Medium format Full frame
Sensor measurements 44 x 33mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 1,452.0mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 102 megapixel 42 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 11648 x 8736 7952 x 5304
Max native ISO 12800 32000
Max boosted ISO 102400 102400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Min boosted ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 425 425
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm G Sony E
Amount of lenses 13 121
Crop factor 0.8 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display size 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 2,360 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots 3,686 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/16000s -
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/125s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 900 grams (1.98 lbs) 657 grams (1.45 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 All around score not tested 100
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.7
DXO Low light score not tested 3523
Other
Battery life 460 pictures 650 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W235 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots Dual Dual
Price at launch $5,999 $2,800