Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7R
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 740g - 148 x 94 x 91mm
- Revealed January 2017
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched February 2014
- Successor is Sony A7R II
Photography Glossary Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7R Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony A7R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and A7R (36MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and A7R (Full frame) posses different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm GFX 50S was launched 2 years after the A7R which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S scores versus the A7R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S over the Sony A7R
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | A7R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2017 |  | February 2014 | More modern by 36 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 2360k |  | 1230k | Clearer display (+1130k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Fujifilm GFX 50S
| A7R | Fujifilm GFX 50S |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony A7R
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | A7R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S features outer dimensions of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony A7R in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S compared to the A7R.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and A7R is 59 and 78 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and A7R.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50S because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50S provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A7R Specifications
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha A7R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha A7R |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2017-01-18 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | X Processor Pro | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 7360 x 4912 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 117 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
| Total lenses | 12 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 2,360 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 1.07x | 0.71x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 360 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 740g (1.63 lb) | 465g (1.03 lb) |
| 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 rating | not tested | 95 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2746 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 shots | 340 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-T125 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse recording | 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 | 2 | One |
| Retail cost | $5,499 | $1,898 |
