Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Nikon D3400
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100S and Nikon D3400. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D3400 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100S were released 2021 and Nikon D3400 was released 2016. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm GFX 100S | 2021 |
| Nikon D3400 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 100S is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D3400 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 100S has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Nikon D3400 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 100S | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
| Nikon D3400 | 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 100S has a 102 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3400 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm GFX 100S |
102 MP
101756928 pixels 11648 x 8736 |
| Nikon D3400 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm GFX 100S has a 324 % larger resolution than Nikon D3400. 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 D3400 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 100S. Nikon D3400 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm GFX 100S has 100 to 12800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm GFX 100S | 100-12800 |
| Nikon D3400 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm GFX 100S has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3400 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3400 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 100S
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3400
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 100S can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3400 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm GFX 100S | 5 |
| Nikon D3400 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 100S and Nikon D3400 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 100S weighs 900 gr (equal to 1.98 lb) which is 128% heavier than Nikon D3400 and its 395 gr (or 0.87 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm GFX 100S | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
| Nikon D3400 | 395 gr 0.87 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Nikon D3400 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100S and Nikon D3400, 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 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Name | Fujifilm GFX 100S | Nikon D3400 |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Release Year | 2021 | 2016 |
| Release Date | 2021-01-27 | 2016-08-17 |
| MSRP | 5999 USD | 649 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| 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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
| Megapixels | 102 MP | 24 MP |
| Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
| White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | No |
| 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 Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 425 | 11 |
| 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 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 2360000 | 921000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.57× (0.38× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Frames per second | 5 fps | 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 | 7 meters |
| 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) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| 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 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | No |
| Headphone Port | Yes | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-In SnapBridge (Bluetooth only) |
| Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (via smartphone or wireless remote) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D3400 |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
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EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery and charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 460 shots | 1200 shots |
| Width | 150 mm | 124 mm |
| Height | 104 mm | 98 mm |
| Depth | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Weight | 900 gram | 395 gram |