Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon D300
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100 and Nikon D300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D300 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100 were released 2019 and Nikon D300 was released 2006. That is a 13 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 2019 |
Nikon D300 | 2006 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 100 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D300 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 Nikon D300 has a "Nikon DX"-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 |
Nikon D300 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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 Nikon D300 has 12,3 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 |
Nikon D300 |
12,3 MP
12212224 pixels 4288 x 2848 |
Fujifilm GFX 100 has a 733 % larger resolution than Nikon D300. 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 Nikon D300. Fujifilm GFX 100 has an ISO range that stretches from 10 to 12800 while Nikon D300 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 10-12800 |
Nikon D300 | 200-6400 |
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 Nikon D300
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 Nikon D300 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 5 |
Nikon D300 | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm GFX 100. Unfortunately Nikon D300 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 43% heavier than Nikon D300 and its 925 gr (or 2.04 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 1320 gr 2.91 lb |
Nikon D300 | 925 gr 2.04 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon D300 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100 and Nikon D300, 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 |
Nikon D300 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100 | Nikon D300 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Release Year | 2019 | 2006 |
Release Date | 2019-05-23 | 2007-08-23 |
MSRP | 9999 USD | 1799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 4288 x 2848 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 12,3 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | EXPEED |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
ISO Range | 10 - 12800 | 200 - 6400 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
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 + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
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 Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F 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 |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 922000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.68× (0.86× 35mm equiv.) | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 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 | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional through GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D300 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Built-in grip holds one or two NP-T125 batteries
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 1000 shots |
Width | 156 mm | 147 mm |
Height | 144 mm | 114 mm |
Depth | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Weight | 1320 gram | 925 gram |