Fujifilm GFX 100 II vs Nikon Z6
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100 II and Nikon Z6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100 II is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon Z6 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100 II were released 2023 and Nikon Z6 was released 2018. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 2023 |
Nikon Z6 | 2018 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 100 II has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Nikon Z6 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 II | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Nikon Z6 | 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 II has a 102 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z6 has 25 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 Z6 |
25 MP
24337152 pixels 6048 x 4024 |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II has a 318 % larger resolution than Nikon Z6. 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 Z6 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 100 II. Nikon Z6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm GFX 100 II has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 100-12800 |
Nikon Z6 | 100-51200 |
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 II
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z6
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 Z6 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 8 |
Nikon Z6 | 12 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 100 II and Nikon Z6 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 II weighs 1030 gr (equal to 2.27 lb) which is 53% heavier than Nikon Z6 and its 675 gr (or 1.49 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II | 1030 gr 2.27 lb |
Nikon Z6 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II vs Nikon Z6 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100 II and Nikon Z6, 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 Z6 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100 II | Nikon Z6 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
Release Year | 2023 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2023-09-12 | 2018-08-23 |
MSRP | 7499 USD | 1995 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
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 | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 6048 x 4024 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 25 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 8 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
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 | 273 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z 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 II |
Nikon Z6 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1× (1.27× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 9440000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 12 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 8192 x 4320 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
XQD |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Supported (No futher information) |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II |
Nikon Z6 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL15b
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 540 shots | 310 shots |
Width | 152 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 117 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 99 mm | 68 mm |
Weight | 1030 gram | 675 gram |