Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Nikon D600
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100S and Nikon D600. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D600 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100S were released 2021 and Nikon D600 was released 2012. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 2021 |
Nikon D600 | 2012 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 100S is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D600 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 D600 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 100S | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Nikon D600 | 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 100S has a 102 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D600 has 24,3 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 D600 |
24,3 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Fujifilm GFX 100S has a 321 % larger resolution than Nikon D600. 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 100S has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D600. Fujifilm GFX 100S has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D600 has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 100-12800 |
Nikon D600 | 100-6400 |
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 100S
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D600
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 D600 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 5 |
Nikon D600 | 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 100S and Nikon D600 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 18% heavier than Nikon D600 and its 760 gr (or 1.68 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Nikon D600 | 760 gr 1.68 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Nikon D600 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100S and Nikon D600, 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 D600 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100S | Nikon D600 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2021-01-27 | 2012-09-13 |
MSRP | 5999 USD | 2099 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
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 | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 24,3 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | EXPEED 3 |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 6400 |
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 D600 |
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 Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 39 |
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 100S |
Nikon D600 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
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 | 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, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
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 D600 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Optional with WU-1B mobile adapter |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless ) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Nikon D600 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 460 shots | 900 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 141 mm |
Height | 104 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 900 gram | 760 gram |