Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony a37
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony a37. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50R is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a37 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50R were released 2018 and Sony a37 was released 2012. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 2018 |
Sony a37 | 2012 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50R has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony a37 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 50R | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Sony a37 | 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 50R has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a37 has 16 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 |
Sony a37 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R has a 219 % larger resolution than Sony a37. 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 a37 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 50R. Sony a37 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm GFX 50R has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 100-12800 |
Sony a37 | 100-25600 |
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 Sony a37
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 Sony a37 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 3 |
Sony a37 | 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 50R and Sony a37 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 50R weighs 775 gr (equal to 1.71 lb) which is 53% heavier than Sony a37 and its 506 gr (or 1.12 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 775 gr 1.71 lb |
Sony a37 | 506 gr 1.12 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony a37 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony a37, 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 |
Sony a37 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Sony a37 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Release Year | 2018 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2018-09-25 | 2012-05-17 |
MSRP | 4499 USD | 599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 8256 x 6192 pixels | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | X Processor Pro | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) 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 50R |
Sony a37 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3,2” | 2.6” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 230400 |
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.) | 1.09× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 5,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 360 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 | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
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) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a37 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-T125 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 500 shots |
Width | 161 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Depth | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 775 gram | 506 gram |