Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon D4s
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon D4s. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D4s is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50S were released 2016 and Nikon D4s was released 2014. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 2016 |
Nikon D4s | 2014 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 50S is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D4s 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 Nikon D4s has a "Nikon FX"-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 |
Nikon D4s | 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 50S has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D4s has 16 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 |
Nikon D4s |
16 MP
16163840 pixels 4928 x 3280 |
Fujifilm GFX 50S has a 216 % larger resolution than Nikon D4s. 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
Nikon D4s has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 50S. Nikon D4s has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm GFX 50S has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 100-12800 |
Nikon D4s | 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 50S
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D4s
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 Nikon D4s can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 3 |
Nikon D4s | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon D4s 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 D4s weighs 1350 gr (equal to 2.98 lb) which is 47% heavier than Fujifilm GFX 50S and its 920 gr (or 2.03 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
Nikon D4s | 1350 gr 2.98 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon D4s Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon D4s, 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 |
Nikon D4s |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Nikon D4s |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Release Year | 2016 | 2014 |
Release Date | 2016-09-19 | 2014-02-25 |
MSRP | 6499 USD | 6499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 8256 x 6192 pixels | 4928 x 3280 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | X Processor Pro | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
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 50S |
Nikon D4s |
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 | 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 |
FX (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 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.67× (0.85× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 360 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 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 Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash XQD |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Optional via WT-5A or WT-4A |
Remote Control | Yes (via cable or smartphone) | Yes (wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional via GP-1A |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D4s |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-T125 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion EN-EL18a rechargeable battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 3020 shots |
Width | 148 mm | 160 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 157 mm |
Depth | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Weight | 920 gram | 1350 gram |