Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 V3

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Nikon 1 V3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and 1 V3 (18MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and 1 V3 (1") boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was introduced 4 years later than the 1 V3 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R scores against the 1 V3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Nikon 1 V3. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R enjoys outer dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") along with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V3 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).

See the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Nikon 1 V3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R compared to the 1 V3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 V3 is 59 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 V3.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will resolve extra detail using its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50R should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.