Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Canon EOS Kiss X2
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50S and Canon EOS Kiss X2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS Kiss X2 is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50S were released 2016 and Canon EOS Kiss X2 was released 2008. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | 2016 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 2008 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 50S is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Kiss X2 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50S has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss X2 has a "Canon 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 50S | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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 50S has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X2 has 12,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S |
51 MP
51121152 pixels 8256 x 6192 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
12,2 MP
12166656 pixels 4272 x 2848 |
Fujifilm GFX 50S has a 320 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X2. 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 50S has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X2. Fujifilm GFX 50S has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Canon EOS Kiss X2 has 100 to 1600.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | 100-12800 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 100-1600 |
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 50S
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X2
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 50S can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X2 can shoot up to 3,5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | 3 |
| Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 3,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm GFX 50S. Unfortunately Canon EOS Kiss X2 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 50S weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 76% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X2 and its 524 gr (or 1.16 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
| Canon EOS Kiss X2 | 524 gr 1.16 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Canon EOS Kiss X2 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50S and Canon EOS Kiss X2, 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 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Name | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Release Year | 2016 | 2008 |
| Release Date | 2016-09-19 | 2008-01-24 |
| MSRP | 6499 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 8256 x 6192 pixels | 4272 x 2848 pixels |
| Megapixels | 51 MP | 12,2 MP |
| Image Processor | X Processor Pro | DIGIC 3 |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 1600 |
| White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| 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 Tracking Single Continuous |
| Focus Points | 425 | 9 |
| Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 2360000 | 230000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | No |
| Screen type | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.67× (0.85× 35mm equiv.) | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Frames per second | 3 fps | 3,5 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 | 13 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Video recording | Yes | No |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
| Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | No |
| Microphone Port | Yes | No |
| Headphone Port | Yes | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
No |
| Remote Control | Yes (via cable or smartphone) | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Canon EOS Kiss X2 |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NP-T125 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Battery Pack LP-E5
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | N/A |
| Width | 148 mm | 129 mm |
| Height | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Depth | 91 mm | 62 mm |
| Weight | 920 gram | 524 gram |