Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Canon EOS Kiss X8i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS Kiss X8i is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100 were released 2019 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i was released 2015. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm GFX 100 | 2019 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 2015 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 100 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Kiss X8i is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 100 has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss X8i has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
| Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
| Fujifilm GFX 100 | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm GFX 100 has a 102 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X8i has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm GFX 100 |
102 MP
101756928 pixels 11648 x 8736 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm GFX 100 has a 324 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X8i. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Fujifilm GFX 100 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X8i. Fujifilm GFX 100 has an ISO range that stretches from 10 to 12800 while Canon EOS Kiss X8i has 100 to 12800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm GFX 100 | 10-12800 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm GFX 100
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X8i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 100 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X8i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm GFX 100 | 5 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 100 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Fujifilm GFX 100 weighs 1320 gr (equal to 2.91 lb) which is 138% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X8i and its 555 gr (or 1.22 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm GFX 100 | 1320 gr 2.91 lb |
| Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 555 gr 1.22 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Canon EOS Kiss X8i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Name | Fujifilm GFX 100 | Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Release Year | 2019 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2019-05-23 | 2015-02-06 |
| MSRP | 9999 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
| Megapixels | 102 MP | 24 MP |
| Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| ISO Range | 10 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
| White Balance Presets | 7 | 8 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 425 | 19 |
| Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
Medium Format 0.79x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 19 mm 50 mm becomes 40 mm 100 mm becomes 79 mm 200 mm becomes 158 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 2360000 | 1040000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.68× (0.86× 35mm equiv.) | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Frames per second | 5 fps | 5 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
| Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | No |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
| Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | Yes | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
| Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (wired or via smartphone) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
Built-in grip holds one or two NP-T125 batteries
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LP-E17 lithium-ion battery and charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 440 shots |
| Width | 156 mm | 132 mm |
| Height | 144 mm | 101 mm |
| Depth | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Weight | 1320 gram | 555 gram |