Fujifilm GFX 100 II vs Nikon D40x
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100 II and Nikon D40x. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100 II is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D40x is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100 II were released 2023 and Nikon D40x was released 2007. That is a 16 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 2023 |
Nikon D40x | 2007 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 100 II is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D40x is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 100 II has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Nikon D40x 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 II | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Nikon D40x | 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 II has a 102 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D40x has 10 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
102 MP
101756928 pixels 11648 x 8736 |
Nikon D40x |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II has a 914 % larger resolution than Nikon D40x. 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 II has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D40x. Fujifilm GFX 100 II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D40x has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 100-12800 |
Nikon D40x | 100-3200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm GFX 100 II has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D40x does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D40x there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm GFX 100 II
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D40x
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 100 II can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D40x can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 8 |
Nikon D40x | 3 |
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 II. Unfortunately Nikon D40x 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 II weighs 1030 gr (equal to 2.27 lb) which is 97% heavier than Nikon D40x and its 522 gr (or 1.15 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 1030 gr 2.27 lb |
Nikon D40x | 522 gr 1.15 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II vs Nikon D40x Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100 II and Nikon D40x, 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 II |
Nikon D40x |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100 II | Nikon D40x |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
Release Year | 2023 | 2007 |
Release Date | 2023-09-12 | 2007-03-06 |
MSRP | 7499 USD | 729 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
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 | CCD |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 3872 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 10 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 8 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | No |
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 Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 425 | 3 |
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 II |
Nikon D40x |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 2,5” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1× (1.27× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 9440000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 3 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 | 17 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 8192 x 4320 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
No |
Remote Control | Supported (No futher information) |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon D40x |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Nikon EN-EL9 Lithium-Ion & charger included
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 540 shots | 520 shots |
Width | 152 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 117 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 99 mm | 64 mm |
Weight | 1030 gram | 522 gram |