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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8

Portability
55
Imaging
87
Features
82
Overall
85
Fujifilm GFX 50S II front
 
Nikon Z8 front
Portability
55
Imaging
83
Features
83
Overall
83

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 Key Specs

Fujifilm GFX 50S II
(Full Review)
  • 51MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise 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 Z8
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
  • Announced May 2023
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 Overview

Below is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus Nikon Z8, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and the Z8 (46MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and Z8 (Full frame) have different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was unveiled 20 months earlier than the Z8 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II grades vs the Z8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S II over the Nikon Z8

 Fujifilm GFX 50S II Z8 
Display resolution2360k2089kClearer display (+271k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S II

 Z8 Fujifilm GFX 50S II 
AnnouncedMay 2023September 2021More recent by 20 months

Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Nikon Z8

 Fujifilm GFX 50S II Z8 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimensions3.2"3.20"Equal display size
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II provides outer 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 Z8 has measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).

See the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus Nikon Z8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II compared to the Z8.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Z8 is 55 and 55 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Z8.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will deliver greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50S II is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Nikon Z8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II Portrait photography details
Nikon Z8 Portrait photography details
92
manual focus
sensor resolution is high (51 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Medium format)
provides face detection focusing
supports RAW files
89
has manual focus
great MP (46 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features face detect focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II Street photography information
Nikon Z8 Street photography information
72
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Medium format)
supports RAW files
has focus via touch
environment sealing
more heavy than competition (900g)
72
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
boasts touch focus
environment proofing
above average ISO range (25,600)
heavier than average (910g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II as a Sports photography camera
Nikon Z8 as a Sports photography camera
81
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is high (51 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Medium format)
provides tracking autofocus
environment sealing
max fps low (3.0 frames per second)
no phase detect AF
81
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast shooting (30.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great MP (46MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect AF
max shutter speed is low