Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony A9
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony A9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
- Announced September 2021
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Newer Model is Sony A9 II
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On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony A9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and A9 (24MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and A9 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm GFX 50S II was revealed 4 years after the A9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II scores against the A9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S II over the Sony A9
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | A9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2021 |  | April 2017 | More modern by 54 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 2360k |  | 1440k | Clearer display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S II
| A9 | Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony A9
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | A9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II enjoys exterior measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") having a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony A9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus the A9.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and A9 is 55 and 65 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and A9.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will render more detail because of its extra 27MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50S II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony A9 Specifications
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Sony Alpha A9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Sony Alpha A9 |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2021-09-02 | 2017-04-19 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 425 | 693 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 14 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 2,360 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 3,686 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 3600 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 20.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/125 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 | - |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 900g (1.98 lb) | 673g (1.48 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 150 x 104 x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 92 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 3517 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 440 pictures | 650 pictures |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W235 | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
| Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
| Cost at launch | $3,999 | $4,498 |