Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A9
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 740g - 148 x 94 x 91mm
- Revealed January 2017
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Refreshed by Sony A9 II

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A9 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony A9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and A9 (24MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and A9 (Full frame) use totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm GFX 50S was manufactured 3 months before the A9 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S scores against the A9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A9 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50S & Sony Alpha A9. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S over the Sony A9
Fujifilm GFX 50S | A9 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1440k | Crisper display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S
A9 | Fujifilm GFX 50S |
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Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony A9
Fujifilm GFX 50S | A9 | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | ![]() | April 2017 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S has got external dimensions of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Sony A9 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony A9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S compared to the A9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and A9 is 59 and 65 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and A9.
As you can tell, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50S due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will give greater detail due to its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony A9 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha A9 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha A9 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-01-18 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X Processor Pro | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 117 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 12 | 121 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,360k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 3,686k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 1.07x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 360 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 740g (1.63 pounds) | 673g (1.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 148 x 94 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 92 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3517 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 650 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-T125 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Pricing at launch | $5,499 | $4,498 |