Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Leica S2

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Leica S2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and S2 (38MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (Medium format).

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was revealed 10 years later than the S2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica S2 being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades against the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Leica S2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Leica S2 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R has exterior dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") and a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) while the Leica S2 has proportions of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and the S2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and S2 is 59 and 52 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and S2.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm GFX 50R to result in more detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50R will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.