Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony a230
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony a230. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a230 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100S were released 2021 and Sony a230 was released 2009. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 2021 |
Sony a230 | 2009 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 100S is a Mirrorless camera while Sony a230 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 Sony a230 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 100S | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Sony a230 | 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 100S has a 102 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a230 has 10 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 |
Sony a230 |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Fujifilm GFX 100S has a 914 % larger resolution than Sony a230. 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 Sony a230. Fujifilm GFX 100S has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Sony a230 has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 100-12800 |
Sony a230 | 100-3200 |
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 Sony a230
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 Sony a230 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 5 |
Sony a230 | 2,5 |
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 100S. Unfortunately Sony a230 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 100S weighs 900 gr (equal to 1.98 lb) which is 84% heavier than Sony a230 and its 490 gr (or 1.08 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Sony a230 | 490 gr 1.08 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony a230 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony a230, 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 |
Sony a230 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100S | Sony a230 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2009 |
Release Date | 2021-01-27 | 2009-05-18 |
MSRP | 5999 USD | 549 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 3872 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 10 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
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 Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 425 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Sony A 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 100S |
Sony a230 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 2.7” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 230400 |
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 | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.83× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 2,5 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 | 10 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) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
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 further information) | |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a230 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion NP-FH50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 460 shots | 230 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 128 mm |
Height | 104 mm | 97 mm |
Depth | 87 mm | 68 mm |
Weight | 900 gram | 490 gram |