Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon D800
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100 and Nikon D800. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D800 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100 were released 2019 and Nikon D800 was released 2012. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 2019 |
Nikon D800 | 2012 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 100 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D800 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 D800 has a "Nikon FX"-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 D800 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 D800 has 36,3 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 D800 |
36,3 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Fujifilm GFX 100 has a 181 % larger resolution than Nikon D800. 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
Nikon D800 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 100. Nikon D800 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm GFX 100 has 10 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 10-12800 |
Nikon D800 | 100-25600 |
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 D800
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 D800 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 5 |
Nikon D800 | 6 |
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 Nikon D800 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 47% heavier than Nikon D800 and its 900 gr (or 1.98 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 1320 gr 2.91 lb |
Nikon D800 | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Nikon D800 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100 and Nikon D800, 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 D800 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100 | Nikon D800 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
Release Year | 2019 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2019-05-23 | 2012-02-07 |
MSRP | 9999 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 7360 x 4912 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 36,3 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | EXPEED 3 |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
ISO Range | 10 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
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 |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking 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 |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees 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.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
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 Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
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 |
Nikon D800 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Optional with Nikon Wireless Transmitter for D800 (WT-4A) |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Nikon D800 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Built-in grip holds one or two NP-T125 batteries
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 900 shots |
Width | 156 mm | 146 mm |
Height | 144 mm | 123 mm |
Depth | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 1320 gram | 900 gram |