Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony a55
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony a55. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a55 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100S were released 2021 and Sony a55 was released 2010. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 2021 |
Sony a55 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 100S has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony a55 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 a55 | 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 a55 has 16 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 a55 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Fujifilm GFX 100S has a 535 % larger resolution than Sony a55. 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
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 100-12800 |
Sony a55 | 100-12800 |
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 a55
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 a55 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 5 |
Sony a55 | 10 |
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 Sony a55 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 80% heavier than Sony a55 and its 500 gr (or 1.1 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Sony a55 | 500 gr 1.1 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony a55 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony a55, 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 a55 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100S | Sony a55 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2021-01-27 | 2010-08-24 |
MSRP | 5999 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
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 a55 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
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 Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 15 |
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 a55 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 10 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 a55 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No |
Yes Built-in |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a55 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 460 shots | 380 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 104 mm | 92 mm |
Depth | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 900 gram | 500 gram |