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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3

Portability
55
Imaging
87
Features
82
Overall
85
Fujifilm GFX 50S II front
 
Sony FX3 front
Portability
62
Imaging
65
Features
92
Overall
75

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 Key Specs

Fujifilm GFX 50S II
(Full Review)
  • 51MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm G Mount
  • 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
  • Introduced September 2021
Sony FX3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
  • Revealed February 2021
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and FX3 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was manufactured 7 months after the FX3 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony FX3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II grades versus the FX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S II over the Sony FX3

 Fujifilm GFX 50S II FX3 
RevealedSeptember 2021February 2021More modern by 7 months
Display dimensions3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2360k1440kClearer display (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S II

 FX3 Fujifilm GFX 50S II 
Display typeFully articulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony FX3

 Fujifilm GFX 50S II FX3 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II has external measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) while the Sony FX3 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony FX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II compared to the FX3.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and FX3 is 55 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and FX3.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 39MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50S II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II as a Portrait photography camera
Sony FX3 as a Portrait photography camera
92
has manual focus
MP count fantastic (51MP)
big sensor size (Medium format)
has face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
71
you can focus manually
sensor size is big (Full frame)
features face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II Street photography highlights
Sony FX3 Street photography highlights
72
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Medium format)
exports RAW files
includes touch focus
weather proofing
more heavy than others in class (900 grams)
76
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
offers focus by touch
environment proofing
good high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm GFX 50S II
Sports photography with Sony FX3
81
quiet shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count fantastic (51 megapixels)
big sensor size (Medium format)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
low fps (3.0 frames per second)
does not have phase detect autofocus
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery life (600 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II Travel photography information
Sony FX3 Travel photography information
66
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
includes touch focus
MP count fantastic (51MP)
more heavy than others in class (900g)
display isn't selfie friendly
71
good battery life (600 CIPA)
environment proofing
has bluetooth
offers focus by touch
selfie friendly screen
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm GFX 50S II
Landscape photography with Sony FX3
90
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm G mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count fantastic (51MP)
big sensor size (Medium format)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
has double storage slots
77
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
good high ISO (102,400)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
good battery life (600 per charge)
has dual storage slots
low resolution sensor (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50S II as a Vlogging camera
Sony FX3 as a Vlogging camera
33
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone port
display isn't selfie friendly
more heavy than others in class (900g)
77
selfie friendly screen
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect autofocus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic jack
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony FX3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony FX3
 Fujifilm GFX 50S IISony FX3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm GFX 50S II Sony FX3
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2021-09-02 2021-02-23
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Medium format Full frame
Sensor dimensions 44 x 33mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 1,452.0mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 51MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 8256 x 6192 4240 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 12800 102400
Maximum enhanced ISO 102400 409600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 425 759
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm G Sony E
Total lenses 14 187
Focal length multiplier 0.8 1
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fully articulated
Screen diagonal 3.2" 3.00"
Screen resolution 2,360 thousand dot 1,440 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 3600 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/125 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265
Mic input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 900g (1.98 pounds) 716g (1.58 pounds)
Physical dimensions 150 x 104 x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 85
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 3900
Other
Battery life 440 photos 600 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W235 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse shooting With downloadable app
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Storage slots Two Two
Cost at release $3,999 $3,900