Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony a7CR
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony a7CR. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 100S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7CR is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 100S were released 2021 and Sony a7CR was released 2023. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 2021 |
Sony a7CR | 2023 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 100S has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony a7CR has a "Sony Full Frame"-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 a7CR | 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 Sony a7CR has 60 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 a7CR |
60 MP
60217344 pixels 9504 x 6336 |
Fujifilm GFX 100S has a 69 % larger resolution than Sony a7CR. 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
Sony a7CR has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 100S. Sony a7CR has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Fujifilm GFX 100S has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 100-12800 |
Sony a7CR | 100-32000 |
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 a7CR
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 a7CR can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 5 |
Sony a7CR | 8 |
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 a7CR 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 75% heavier than Sony a7CR and its 515 gr (or 1.14 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 100S | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Sony a7CR | 515 gr 1.14 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Sony a7CR Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 100S and Sony a7CR, 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 a7CR |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 100S | Sony a7CR |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
Release Year | 2021 | 2023 |
Release Date | 2021-01-27 | 2023-08-29 |
MSRP | 5999 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 11648 x 8736 pixels | 9504 x 6336 pixels |
Megapixels | 102 MP | 60 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | BIONZ XR |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 9 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6 stops | 7 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
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 | 693 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E 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 |
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 |
Sony a7CR |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 1030000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 2359296 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 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 Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-HS |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
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 2x2 MIMO + Bluetooth 5.0) |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 100S |
Sony a7CR |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 460 shots | 520 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 104 mm | 71 mm |
Depth | 87 mm | 63 mm |
Weight | 900 gram | 515 gram |