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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Comparison

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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing GFX 50R and GFX 50R, two Pro Mirrorless cameras by Fujifilm. Both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R cameras have 51.0MP Medium format sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50R was introduced to market in September 2018 and Fujifilm GFX 50R was launched in September 2018. Both GFX 50R and GFX 50R were launched within the same month so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and available technology level.

We can expect this to be a close match up because both models are ranked amongst the best in Pro Mirrorless cameras. Out of 53 cameras in this class, Fujifilm GFX 50R is ranked #7 with an overall score of 94 and Fujifilm GFX 50R is ranked #7 with an overall score of 94.

GFX 50R and GFX 50R are members of Fujifilm's GFX series of cameras. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Fujifilm GFX Series History
Model Release Date Sensor Max FPS Dimensions Weight
Fujifilm GFX 100S
  
2021 102.0MP - Medium format 5.0 fps 150 x 104 x 87mm 900g
Fujifilm GFX 100
  
2019 102.0MP - Medium format 5.0 fps 156 x 164 x 103mm 1320g
Fujifilm GFX 50R
2018 51.0MP - Medium format 3.0 fps 161 x 97 x 66mm 775g
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  
2017 51.0MP - Medium format 3.0 fps 148 x 94 x 91mm 740g

Here is a brief look at the main features of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Fujifilm GFX 50R Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2018-09-25
  • 51MP - Medium format CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 12800 ( expands to 50-102400)
  • Fujifilm G Mount
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • 3690k dot Electronic viewfinder
  • 3.0 fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 775g. 161 x 97 x 66 mm
  • Weather Sealed Body

Fujifilm GFX 50R Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2018-09-25
  • 51MP - Medium format CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 12800 ( expands to 50-102400)
  • Fujifilm G Mount
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • 3690k dot Electronic viewfinder
  • 3.0 fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 775g. 161 x 97 x 66 mm
  • Weather Sealed Body

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.

Reasons to choose Fujifilm GFX 50R over Fujifilm GFX 50R


Reasons to choose Fujifilm GFX 50R over Fujifilm GFX 50R

Common Strengths of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R
Wireless Connection
Yes vs Yes Better connectivity
Bluetooth Connection
Yes vs Yes Connect to other devices via Bluetooth
Adjustable LCD Screen
Tilting vs Tilting Flexible shooting positions
External Flash Shoe
Yes vs Yes Better for flash photography
Touch Screen
Yes vs Yes Easy control of camera functions
Viewfinder
Yes (Electronic) vs Yes (Electronic) Better framing and control
RAW Support
Yes vs Yes Better image quality
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs Yes very handy for portraits
Max Resolution
51 MP vs 51 MP Bigger prints and more details
LCD Screen Size
3.2" vs 3.2" Large display
LCD Screen Resolution
2.360k dots vs 2.360k dots High resolution screens
Microphone Port
Yes vs Yes High quality audio recording option
Headphone Port
Yes vs Yes better video control
Environmental Sealing
Yes vs Yes shoot at tough conditions
Timelapse Recording
Yes vs Yes creative shooting
AE Bracketing
Yes vs Yes Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
Flash Sync Port
Yes vs Yes Connect off-camera flash
Tilting Viewfinder
Yes vs Yes Use viewfinder in different angles
Storage Slot
2 vs 2 Extra Storage Slot
Smartphone Remote
Yes vs Yes Remote control your camera with a smartphone
UHS Card Support
UHS-II vs UHS-II Read/Write in Ultra High Speeds
Webcam Function
Yes vs Yes Use your camera as a Webcam
Common Weaknesses of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R
In-body Image Stabilization
No vs No No Built-in stabilization
Built-in Flash
No vs No Require external flash
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm GFX 50R has external dimensions of 161 x 97 x 66 mm (6.34 x 3.82 x 2.6″) and weighs 775 g (1.71 lb / 27.34 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm GFX 50R has external dimensions of 161 x 97 x 66 mm (6.34 x 3.82 x 2.6″) and weighs 775 g (1.71 lb / 27.34 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R. In this case, we can see that Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R have the exact same height, width and thickness.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Camera Size Comparison - Back View
Comparison image of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R Size and Weight - Back View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R.
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Camera Size Comparison - Top View
Top View Comparison image of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R Size

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R have exactly the same weight of 775g.

Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you have to also take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R have the same Fujifilm G lens mount and Medium format sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.

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Weather Sealing

Both GFX 50R and GFX 50R have weather sealings in their body, making them resistant to water and dust.

LCD Screen Size and Features

Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.2".

Both cameras feature Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels.
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R: Sensor Comparison

Both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R have Medium format sized 51.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the GFX 50R and GFX 50R sensor size comparison.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R Cameras


Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Comparison of Available Lenses
Which camera has more lenses?

Number of available lenses is a big decision factor while choosing your interchangeable lens camera. Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R have the same Fujifilm G lens mount and currently there are 13 native lenses available for these cameras.

Another important factor is the availability of image stabilization. None of these bodies have sensor based image stabilization so you have to buy lenses with Optical stabilization feature. Currently there are 4 lenses with Image stabilization for Fujifilm G mount.

Lens Type # of Fujifilm GFX 50R Lenses # of Fujifilm GFX 50R Lenses
Standard Zoom n/a n/a
Standard Prime 3 3
Wideangle Zoom 1 1
Wideangle Prime 4 4
Telephoto Zoom 2 2
Telephoto Prime 3 3
SuperZoom n/a n/a
Wideangle Fisheye Prime n/a n/a
Macro Prime n/a n/a
Perspective Control Prime n/a n/a
Telephoto Mirror Prime n/a n/a
TOTAL 13 13

Here are some of the most popular Fujifilm G Mount Lenses on Camera Decision:

Popular Fujifilm G Mount Lenses for GFX 50R and GFX 50R
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 R LM WR
645 845gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm GF 63mm F2.8 R WR Lens Fujifilm GF 63mm F2.8 R WR
645 405gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm GF 32-64mm F4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm GF 32-64mm F4 R LM WR
645 875gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm GF 110mm F2 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm GF 110mm F2 R LM WR
645 1010gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm GF 120mm F4 R LM OIS WR Macro Lens Fujifilm GF 120mm F4 R LM OIS WR Macro
645 980gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm GF 45mm F2.8 R WR Lens Fujifilm GF 45mm F2.8 R WR
645 490gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Venus Laowa 17mm F4 Zero-D GFX Lens Venus Laowa 17mm F4 Zero-D GFX
Medium Format 829gr MF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm GF 250mm F4 R LM OIS WR Lens Fujifilm GF 250mm F4 R LM OIS WR
Medium Format 1425gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
What types of Photography are Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Portrait Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Portrait Photography

GOOD
Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 51.0MP
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
No Image Stabilization
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Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 51.0MP
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
No Image Stabilization
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Fujifilm GFX 50R for Street Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Street Photography

GOOD
Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Tilting LCD Screen
Medium sized Body
No Image Stabilization
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Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Tilting LCD Screen
Medium sized Body
No Image Stabilization
Read the details

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Sports Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Sports Photography

GOOD
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Environmental Sealings
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
117 Focus Points
Good Low Light ISO
Wireless Connection
Average Ergonomics&Handling
No Image Stabilization
Slow Continuous Shooting: 3.0fps
Read the details
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Environmental Sealings
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
117 Focus Points
Good Low Light ISO
Wireless Connection
Average Ergonomics&Handling
No Image Stabilization
Slow Continuous Shooting: 3.0fps
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Fujifilm GFX 50R for Daily Photography

EXCELLENT

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Daily Photography

EXCELLENT
Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Environmental Sealings
Medium size Body
775g
Body Thickness 66mm
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Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Environmental Sealings
Medium size Body
775g
Body Thickness 66mm
Read the details

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Landscape Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm GFX 50R for Landscape Photography

GOOD
Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 51.0MP
Environmental Sealings
Live-view
Read the details
Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 51.0MP
Environmental Sealings
Live-view
Read the details

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 50R scores compare:

Fujifilm GFX 50R
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #1 out of 128 in Rangefinder-style mirrorless cameras
Ranked #7 out of 1225 in all Cameras
Fujifilm GFX 50R
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #1 out of 128 in Rangefinder-style mirrorless cameras
Ranked #7 out of 1225 in all Cameras

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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Fujifilm GFX 50R Fujifilm GFX 50R
Brand Fujifilm Fujifilm
Announced 2018-09-25 2018-09-25
Body Type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor
Type CMOS CMOS
Size Medium format Medium format
Dimensions 44 x 33 mm 44 x 33 mm
Area 1452.00mm2 1452.00mm2
Megapixels 51 megapixels 51 megapixels
Max Resolution 8256 x 6192 8256 x 6192
Max Native Light sensitivity 12,800 ISO 12,800 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity 102400 ISO 102400 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 100 ISO 100 ISO
Min Boosted Light Sensitivity 50 ISO 50 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points 117 117
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount Fujifilm G Fujifilm G
Number of Available Lenses 13 13
Screen
Type Tilting Tilting
Size 3.2" 3.2"
Resolution 2,360k dots 2,360k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder Resolution 3,690k dots 3,690k dots
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.97x 0.97x
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/4000s 1/4000s
Max Electronic Shutter 1/16000s 1/16000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization No No
Built-in Flash
Max Flash Sync 1/125s 1/125s
External Flash
Continuous Shooting 3.0 fps 3.0 fps
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Video Formats MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity Built-In Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 775g 775g
Dimensions 161 x 97 x 66mm 161 x 97 x 66mm
Battery Life 400 shots 400 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
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