Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon Z7 II

Below is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon Z7 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and the Z7 II (46MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and Z7 II (Full frame) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was revealed 3 years prior to the Z7 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R scores vs the Z7 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Nikon Z7 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Nikon Z7 II Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R has got exterior measurements 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 Nikon Z7 II has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R against the Z7 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Z7 II is 59 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Z7 II.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will give you greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50R is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.