Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Panasonic GX1

Below is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Panasonic GX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and GX1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was brought out 6 years later than the GX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades vs the GX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R enjoys outside dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") and a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Panasonic GX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and the GX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GX1 is 59 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GX1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will offer you greater detail having its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50R should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.