Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon D90
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon D90. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D90 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50S were released 2016 and Nikon D90 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 |
Nikon D90 | 2008 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm GFX 50S is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D90 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 D90 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 50S | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Nikon D90 | 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 50S has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D90 has 12,3 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 D90 |
12,3 MP
12212224 pixels 4288 x 2848 |
Fujifilm GFX 50S has a 319 % larger resolution than Nikon D90. 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 Nikon D90. Fujifilm GFX 50S has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D90 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 100-12800 |
Nikon D90 | 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 50S
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D90
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 D90 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 3 |
Nikon D90 | 4,5 |
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 D90 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 50S weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 31% heavier than Nikon D90 and its 703 gr (or 1.55 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
Nikon D90 | 703 gr 1.55 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Nikon D90 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50S and Nikon D90, 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 D90 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Nikon D90 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2008 |
Release Date | 2016-09-19 | 2008-08-27 |
MSRP | 6499 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
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 | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
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 |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
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 | 11 |
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 50S |
Nikon D90 |
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% | 96% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.67× (0.85× 35mm equiv.) | 0.96× (0.64× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 4,5 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 | 17 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 50S |
Nikon D90 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (via cable or smartphone) |
Yes (Optional ML-L3 or MC-DC2)
|
GPS | No |
Yes Optional |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Nikon D90 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
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 | 850 shots |
Width | 148 mm | 132 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 103 mm |
Depth | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Weight | 920 gram | 703 gram |