Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony a1
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 740g - 148 x 94 x 91mm
- Announced January 2017
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Announced January 2021
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Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm GFX 50S versus Sony a1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and the a1 (50MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and a1 (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.
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Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S scores versus the a1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S over the Sony a1
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | a1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 2360k |  | 1440k | Clearer display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S
| a1 | Fujifilm GFX 50S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2021 |  | January 2017 | Newer by 48 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony a1
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | a1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50S features external dimensions of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Sony a1 has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S versus Sony a1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and the a1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and a1 is 59 and 61 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and a1.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm GFX 50S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony a1 Specifications
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha a1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony Alpha a1 |
| Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2017-01-18 | 2021-01-26 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | X Processor Pro | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
| Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 50 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 8640 x 5760 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 117 | 759 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 12 | 133 |
| Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 2,360k dot | 1,440k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 9,437k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 1.07x | 0.9x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 360s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/32000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 30.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | 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 | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/125s | 1/400s |
| 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) | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 7680x4320 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 740g (1.63 lbs) | 737g (1.62 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 148 x 94 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 photographs | 530 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-T125 | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
| Storage slots | Two | Two |
| Pricing at launch | $5,499 | $6,498 |