Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Leica M Typ 240

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Leica M Typ 240, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and M Typ 240 (24MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and M Typ 240 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S was unveiled 4 years after the M Typ 240 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm GFX 50S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S grades versus the M Typ 240 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50S & Leica M Typ 240. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery & Leica M Typ 240 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S has outer measurements of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Leica M Typ 240 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Leica M Typ 240 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and the M Typ 240.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and M Typ 240 is 59 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and M Typ 240.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will produce greater detail having an extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm GFX 50S will have an edge in sensor technology.