Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm X-A2

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm X-A2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm GFX 50R was unveiled 3 years after the Fujifilm X-A2 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades against the Fujifilm X-A2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Fujifilm X-A2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R has got external measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-A2 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus the Fujifilm X-A2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm X-A2 is 59 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm X-A2.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50R using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will give extra detail having an extra 35MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm GFX 50R is going to have an edge in sensor technology.