Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs OM System OM-5

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus OM System OM-5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was unveiled 13 months before the OM System OM-5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II scores vs the OM System OM-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and OM System OM-5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery and OM System OM-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II comes with outer dimensions of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") along with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) while the OM System OM-5 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus OM System OM-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and the OM System OM-5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and OM System OM-5 is 55 and 80 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and OM System OM-5.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will give you extra detail having an extra 31MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm GFX 50S II is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.