Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 775g - 161 x 97 x 66mm
- Introduced September 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Introduced January 2019
- Older Model is Olympus E-M1 II
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Olympus E-M1X, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and E-M1X (20MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.
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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was introduced 4 months prior to the E-M1X so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up vs the E-M1X in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Olympus E-M1X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50R over the Olympus E-M1X
Fujifilm GFX 50R | E-M1X | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1037k | Crisper display (+1323k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Fujifilm GFX 50R
E-M1X | Fujifilm GFX 50R | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Olympus E-M1X
Fujifilm GFX 50R | E-M1X | |||
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Introduced | September 2018 | ![]() | January 2019 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R enjoys physical measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1X has measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Olympus E-M1X in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs the E-M1X.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X size comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M1X-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-M1X is 59 and 54 respectively.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X top view buttons comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M1X-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and E-M1X.
As you can tell, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will show extra detail using its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X sensor size comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Olympus-OM-D-E-M1X-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X Screen and ViewFinder
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Olympus E-M1X Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50R | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Olympus OM-D E-M1X |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-09-25 | 2019-01-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X Processor Pro | Dual TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 117 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm G | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 12 | 107 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.97x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 360 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 60.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 775 gr (1.71 pounds) | 997 gr (2.20 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 161 x 97 x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 870 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery model | NP-T125 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | - |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Price at release | $4,499 | $2,999 |