Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony A7R III

Here is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and A7R III (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was introduced 3 years later than the A7R III and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II scores vs the A7R III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony Alpha A7R III. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II features 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) whilst the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony A7R III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II compared to the A7R III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and A7R III is 55 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and A7R III.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will offer you extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50S II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.