Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Leica M8

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus Leica M8, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and M8 (10MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and M8 (APS-H) boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was brought out 14 years after the M8 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II scores vs the M8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50S II & Leica M8. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery & Leica M8 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II comes with physical dimensions of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Leica M8 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus Leica M8 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs the M8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and M8 is 55 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and M8.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will produce extra detail having its extra 41MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50S II provides a benefit in sensor tech.