Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 740g - 148 x 94 x 91mm
- Revealed January 2017
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Launched August 2018
- Refreshed by Nikon Z7 II

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and the Z7 (46MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and Z7 (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm GFX 50S was brought out 19 months before the Z7 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S scores against the Z7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon Z7. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S over the Nikon Z7
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Z7 | |||
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Display resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 2100k | Crisper display (+260k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S
Z7 | Fujifilm GFX 50S | |||
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Launched | August 2018 | ![]() | January 2017 | More modern by 19 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon Z7
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Z7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S has got physical dimensions 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 Nikon Z7 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S versus the Z7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Z7 is 59 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Z7.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will resolve extra detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm GFX 50S is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon Z7 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Nikon Z7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Nikon Z7 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-01-18 | 2018-08-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | X Processor Pro | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 46 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 8256 x 5504 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 117 | 493 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm G | Nikon Z |
Available lenses | 12 | 15 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 3,690 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 1.07x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 360 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740g (1.63 lbs) | 675g (1.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 148 x 94 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 99 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2668 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 330 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-T125 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | XQD card |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Launch cost | $5,499 | $2,797 |