Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Fujifilm X-T1 IR, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S was unveiled 18 months after the Fujifilm X-T1 IR making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S scores versus the Fujifilm X-T1 IR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50S & Fujifilm X-T1 IR. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery & Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S enjoys outer measurements of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T1 IR has dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Fujifilm X-T1 IR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs the Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Fujifilm X-T1 IR is 59 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will offer greater detail having an extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50S is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.