Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony a7 IV
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony a7 IV. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm GFX 50S II is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7 IV is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2021.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 2021 |
Sony a7 IV | 2021 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50S II has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Sony a7 IV has a "Sony Full Frame"-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 II | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
Sony a7 IV | 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 II has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7 IV has 33 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
51 MP
51121152 pixels 8256 x 6192 |
Sony a7 IV |
33 MP
32741376 pixels 7008 x 4672 |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II has a 56 % larger resolution than Sony a7 IV. 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 a7 IV has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 50S II. Sony a7 IV has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm GFX 50S II has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 100-12800 |
Sony a7 IV | 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 50S II
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7 IV
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 50S II can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Sony a7 IV can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 3 |
Sony a7 IV | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony a7 IV 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 II weighs 900 gr (equal to 1.98 lb) which is 37% heavier than Sony a7 IV and its 659 gr (or 1.45 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Sony a7 IV | 659 gr 1.45 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Sony a7 IV Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Sony a7 IV, 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 II |
Sony a7 IV |
Name | Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Sony a7 IV |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
Release Year | 2021 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2021-09-02 | 2021-10-21 |
MSRP | 3999 USD | 2499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
Sensor Size | Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 8256 x 6192 pixels | 7008 x 4672 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 33 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | BIONZ XR |
Image |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 6.5 stops | 5.5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
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 Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 759 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E 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 |
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 II |
Sony a7 IV |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2360000 | 1036800 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.78x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 3686400 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 3600 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 | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (wireless or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II |
Sony a7 IV |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 580 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 131 mm |
Height | 104 mm | 96 mm |
Depth | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Weight | 900 gram | 659 gram |