Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm X-Pro1

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm X-Pro1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm GFX 50R has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-sensor while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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 50R has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm GFX 50R has a 220 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-Pro1. 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 50R has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro1. Fujifilm GFX 50R has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has 200 to 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 50R
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-Pro1

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm GFX 50R can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm X-Pro1 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 50R weighs 775 gr (equal to 1.71 lb) which is 72% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro1 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm X-Pro1, 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 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Name	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Release Year	2018	2012
Release Date	2018-09-25	2012-01-09
MSRP	4499 USD	N/A
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Camera Type	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
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	4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels	51 MP	16 MP
Image Processor	X Processor Pro	EXR Pro
Image	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
ISO Range	100 - 12800	200 - 6400
White Balance Presets	7	7
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 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Single Continuous LiveView
Focus Points	425	N/A
Lens Mount	Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses	Fujifilm X 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 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3,2”	3”
Screen dots	2360000	1230000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT color LCD monitor
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.)	0.37× (0.25× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	3690000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Frames per second	3 fps	6 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	360 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 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 Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	H.264
Video resolution	1920 x 1080	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	Yes	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)	No
Remote Control	Yes (via cable or smartphone)	No
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm GFX 50R	Fujifilm X-Pro1
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-T125 lithium-ion battery & charger	Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	400 shots	300 shots
Width	161 mm	140 mm
Height	97 mm	82 mm
Depth	66 mm	43 mm
Weight	775 gram	450 gram