Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony a77 II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony a77 II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50R is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a77 II is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50R were released 2018 and Sony a77 II was released 2014. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 2018 |
Sony a77 II | 2014 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50R has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony a77 II 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 a77 II | 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 a77 II has 24 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 a77 II |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R has a 113 % larger resolution than Sony a77 II. 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 a77 II has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 50R. Sony a77 II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm GFX 50R has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 100-12800 |
Sony a77 II | 100-51200 |
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 a77 II
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 a77 II can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 3 |
Sony a77 II | 12 |
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 a77 II 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 20% heavier than Sony a77 II and its 647 gr (or 1.43 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 775 gr 1.71 lb |
Sony a77 II | 647 gr 1.43 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony a77 II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony a77 II, 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 a77 II |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Sony a77 II |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a77 II |
Release Year | 2018 | 2014 |
Release Date | 2018-09-25 | 2014-05-01 |
MSRP | 4499 USD | 1199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a77 II |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a77 II |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X Processor Pro | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a77 II |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 9 |
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 a77 II |
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 Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 79 |
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 a77 II |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 1229000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | WhiteMagic TFT |
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 a77 II |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 12 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 | No |
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 |
Sony a77 II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 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 a77 II |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a77 II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via cable or smartphone) | Yes (wired, wireless, or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sony a77 II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-T125 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 480 shots |
Width | 161 mm | 143 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Weight | 775 gram | 647 gram |