Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony A7S

The following is a extended review of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Sony A7S, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and A7S (12MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and A7S (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was brought out 4 years after the A7S which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm GFX 50R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades versus the A7S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R comes with physical measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) while the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus the A7S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and A7S is 59 and 77 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and A7S.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will deliver more detail having its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50R will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.