Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50S II

Below is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Fujifilm GFX 50S II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both are created by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Medium format).

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was unveiled 3 years prior to the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R scores versus the Fujifilm GFX 50S II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Fujifilm GFX 50S II. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R offers external measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") along with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) while the Fujifilm GFX 50S II has measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus the Fujifilm GFX 50S II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50S II is 59 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50S II.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should take the age of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm GFX 50R will be behind in sensor technology.