Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony a33
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony a33. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50S is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a33 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm GFX 50S were released 2016 and Sony a33 was released 2010. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 2016 |
Sony a33 | 2010 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50S has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony a33 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 50S | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Sony a33 | 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 50S has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a33 has 14 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 |
Sony a33 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Fujifilm GFX 50S has a 264 % larger resolution than Sony a33. 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
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 100-12800 |
Sony a33 | 100-12800 |
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 Sony a33
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 Sony a33 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 3 |
Sony a33 | 7 |
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 Sony a33 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 84% heavier than Sony a33 and its 500 gr (or 1.1 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 50S | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
Sony a33 | 500 gr 1.1 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Sony a33 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50S and Sony a33, 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 |
Sony a33 |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 50S | Sony a33 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2016-09-19 | 2010-08-24 |
MSRP | 6499 USD | 949 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | SLT |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
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 | 4592 x 3056 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 14 MP |
Image Processor | X Processor Pro | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
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 50S |
Sony a33 |
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 50S |
Sony a33 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT-LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.67× (0.85× 35mm equiv.) | 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 7 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 | 10 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) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
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) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50S |
Sony a33 |
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 | 270 shots |
Width | 148 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Depth | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 920 gram | 500 gram |