Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony ZV-E1
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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 740g - 148 x 94 x 91mm
- Announced January 2017
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Introduced March 2023

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) possess different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm GFX 50S was manufactured 7 years before the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm GFX 50S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S grades against the ZV-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50S & Sony ZV-E1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S over the Sony ZV-E1
Fujifilm GFX 50S | ZV-E1 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper screen (+1323k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S
ZV-E1 | Fujifilm GFX 50S | |||
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Introduced | March 2023 | ![]() | January 2017 | More recent by 75 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony ZV-E1
Fujifilm GFX 50S | ZV-E1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50S comes with external measurements of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs the ZV-E1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and ZV-E1 is 59 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and ZV-E1.
To sum up, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will produce extra detail due to its extra 39MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony ZV-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony ZV-E1 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-01-18 | 2023-03-29 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X Processor Pro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 40 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
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 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
Total lenses | 12 | 195 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.00" |
Resolution of display | 2,360 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 1.07x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 360s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/125s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 740 grams (1.63 lb) | 483 grams (1.06 lb) |
Dimensions | 148 x 94 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 570 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-T125 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Retail cost | $5,499 | $2,198 |