Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J5

Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 J5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and 1 J5 (1") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was brought out 3 years later than the 1 J5 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades versus the 1 J5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 J5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R provides external dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") having a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J5 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 J5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R compared to the 1 J5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 J5 is 59 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 J5.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will give you more detail having its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm GFX 50R should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.