Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 740g - 148 x 94 x 91mm
- Launched January 2017
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Successor is Sony A7 II

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and A7 (24MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and A7 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm GFX 50S was launched 3 years later than the A7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S scores versus the A7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S over the Sony A7
Fujifilm GFX 50S | A7 | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 37 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1230k | Sharper screen (+1130k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S
A7 | Fujifilm GFX 50S |
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Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony A7
Fujifilm GFX 50S | A7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S enjoys 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) and the Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S compared to the A7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and A7 is 59 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and A7.
Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will result in more detail utilizing its extra 27MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm GFX 50S should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha A7 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2014-01-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X Processor Pro | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 117 | 117 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 12 | 121 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 1.07x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 360 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/125 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 740 gr (1.63 pounds) | 474 gr (1.04 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 148 x 94 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 340 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-T125 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Pricing at release | $5,499 | $798 |