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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30

Portability
55
Imaging
87
Features
82
Overall
85
Fujifilm GFX 50S II front
 
Nikon Z30 front
Portability
79
Imaging
69
Features
84
Overall
75

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 Key Specs

Fujifilm GFX 50S II
(Full Review)
  • 51MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm G Mount
  • 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
  • Launched September 2021
Nikon Z30
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
  • Released June 2022
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 Overview

Below is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Nikon Z30, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and Z30 (21MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and Z30 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was launched 10 months earlier than the Z30 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II scores vs the Z30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S II over the Nikon Z30

 Fujifilm GFX 50S II Z30 
Display size3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2360k1040kSharper display (+1320k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S II

 Z30 Fujifilm GFX 50S II 
ReleasedJune 2022September 2021More recent by 10 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Nikon Z30

 Fujifilm GFX 50S II Z30 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II enjoys physical measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") and a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z30 has measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Nikon Z30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus the Z30.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Z30 is 55 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Z30.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 30MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50S II will be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II Portrait photography info
Nikon Z30 Portrait photography info
92
has manual focus
sensor resolution is high (51MP)
sensor size is large (Medium format)
has face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
81
manual focus
good MP (21MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detect focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II Street photography details
Nikon Z30 Street photography details
72
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Medium format)
saves RAW files
features focus by touch
environment proof
more heavy than average (900 grams)
75
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
features focus by touch
weather proof
above average high ISO (51,200)
lack of image stabilization
heavier than others in class (405g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II Sports photography info
Nikon Z30 Sports photography info
81
silent shooting (1/16,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is high (51 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Medium format)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
lack of phase detect autofocus
76
good MP (21MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking focus
weather proof
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II as a Travel photography camera
Nikon Z30 as a Travel photography camera
66
environment proof
supports bluetooth
features focus by touch
sensor resolution is high (51MP)
more heavy than average (900 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
78
weather proof
has bluetooth
features focus by touch
good MP (21MP)
selfie friendly screen
heavier than others in class (405 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
90
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm G mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is high (51 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Medium format)
saves RAW files
environment proof
2 card slots
80
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen is a good size (3.00")
good MP (21MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
above average high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm GFX 50S II
Vlogging with Nikon Z30
33
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with external microphone support
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
more heavy than average (900 grams)
73
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
has face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic socket
lack of image stabilization
heavier than others in class (405g)
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Nikon Z30
 Fujifilm GFX 50S IINikon Z30
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm GFX 50S II Nikon Z30
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2021-09-02 2022-06-29
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Medium format APS-C
Sensor dimensions 44 x 33mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 1,452.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 51 megapixel 21 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 8256 x 6192 5568 x 3712
Max native ISO 12800 51200
Max boosted ISO 102400 204800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Min boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 425 209
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm G Nikon Z
Total lenses 14 35
Crop factor 0.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3.2 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 2,360 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 3600 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/125 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 900 grams (1.98 pounds) 405 grams (0.89 pounds)
Physical dimensions 150 x 104 x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 440 photos 330 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W235 EN-EL25
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) -
Card slots 2 One
Retail price $3,999 $650