Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Samsung NX1

Following is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Samsung NX1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and NX1 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S was released 2 years after the NX1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S grades versus the NX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50S and Samsung NX1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S has got outside dimensions of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Samsung NX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S against the NX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and NX1 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and NX1.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 23MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm GFX 50S is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.