Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1
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![Fujifilm GFX 50R front Fujifilm GFX 50R front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-GFX-50R/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 775g - 161 x 97 x 66mm
- Released September 2018
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Launched February 2019
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Panasonic S1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and S1 (24MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and S1 (Full frame) offer different sensor size.
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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was released 4 months before the S1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up versus the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50R over the Panasonic S1
Fujifilm GFX 50R | S1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 2100k | Crisper screen (+260k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm GFX 50R
S1 | Fujifilm GFX 50R |
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Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Panasonic S1
Fujifilm GFX 50R | S1 | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | ![]() | February 2019 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R provides 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 Panasonic S1 has measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Panasonic S1 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 vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R against the S1.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 size comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and S1 is 59 and 54 respectively.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and S1.
As you can see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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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 Panasonic S1 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50R | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-09-25 | 2019-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | X Processor Pro | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 117 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm G | Leica L |
Available lenses | 12 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 5,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.97x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 360s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/125s | 1/320s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 775g (1.71 pounds) | 1021g (2.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 161 x 97 x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3333 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 380 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-T125 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | - |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Price at release | $4,499 | $2,498 |