Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Sony NEX-F3
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100 and Sony NEX-F3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony NEX-F3 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100 were released 2019 and Sony NEX-F3 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 |
Sony NEX-F3 | 2012 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 100 has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony NEX-F3 has a "Sony 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 |
Sony NEX-F3 | 75 mm Sony APS-C 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 Sony NEX-F3 has 16 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 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Fujifilm GFX 100 has a 535 % larger resolution than Sony NEX-F3. 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
Sony NEX-F3 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 100. Sony NEX-F3 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 16000 while Fujifilm GFX 100 has 10 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 10-12800 |
Sony NEX-F3 | 200-16000 |
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 Sony NEX-F3
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 Sony NEX-F3 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 5 |
Sony NEX-F3 | 5,5 |
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 Sony NEX-F3 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 320% heavier than Sony NEX-F3 and its 314 gr (or 0.69 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100 | 1320 gr 2.91 lb |
Sony NEX-F3 | 314 gr 0.69 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100 and Sony NEX-F3, 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 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100 | Sony NEX-F3 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Release Year | 2019 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2019-05-23 | 2012-05-17 |
MSRP | 9999 USD | 599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
ISO Range | 10 - 12800 | 200 - 16000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
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 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
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) Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 25 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E 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 (1.5x) 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 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 920000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.68× (0.86× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 5760000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 5,5 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 | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | No |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100 |
Sony NEX-F3 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Built-in grip holds one or two NP-T125 batteries
|
Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & USB charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 470 shots |
Width | 156 mm | 117 mm |
Height | 144 mm | 67 mm |
Depth | 75 mm | 42 mm |
Weight | 1320 gram | 314 gram |