Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon D300s
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon D300s. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50R is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D300s is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50R were released 2018 and Nikon D300s was released 2009. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 2018 |
Nikon D300s | 2009 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 50R is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D300s is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50R has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Nikon D300s 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 50R | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Nikon D300s | 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 50R has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D300s has 12,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
51 MP
51121152 pixels 8256 x 6192 |
Nikon D300s |
12,3 MP
12212224 pixels 4288 x 2848 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R has a 319 % larger resolution than Nikon D300s. 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 50R has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D300s. Fujifilm GFX 50R has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D300s has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 100-12800 |
Nikon D300s | 200-6400 |
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 50R
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D300s
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 50R can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D300s can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 3 |
Nikon D300s | 7 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon D300s 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.
Nikon D300s weighs 938 gr (equal to 2.07 lb) which is 21% heavier than Fujifilm GFX 50R and its 775 gr (or 1.71 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 775 gr 1.71 lb |
Nikon D300s | 938 gr 2.07 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon D300s Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon D300s, 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 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Nikon D300s |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Release Year | 2018 | 2009 |
Release Date | 2018-09-25 | 2009-07-30 |
MSRP | 4499 USD | 1799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 8256 x 6192 pixels | 4288 x 2848 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 12,3 MP |
Image Processor | X Processor Pro | EXPEED |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 200 - 6400 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) 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 Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 51 |
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 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 920000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 7 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 360 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 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 |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Motion JPEG |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (via cable or smartphone) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Nikon D300s |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-T125 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 950 shots |
Width | 161 mm | 147 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 114 mm |
Depth | 66 mm | 74 mm |
Weight | 775 gram | 938 gram |