Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony A7R

Below is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony A7R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and A7R (36MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and A7R (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was introduced 4 years later than the A7R and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up versus the A7R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R provides exterior 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 Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R against the A7R.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and A7R is 59 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and A7R.

Plainly, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will offer you extra detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50R is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.