Nikon Z7 II vs Fujifilm GFX 50R
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z7 II and Fujifilm GFX 50R. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Z7 II is manufacturered by Nikon but Fujifilm GFX 50R is from Fujifilm. Both Nikon and Fujifilm are well known brands though.
Nikon Z7 II were released 2020 and Fujifilm GFX 50R was released 2018. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Z7 II | 2020 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 2018 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z7 II has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Fujifilm GFX 50R has a "Fujifilm Medium Format"-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 ** |
Nikon Z7 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 39.5 mm Fujifilm Medium Format sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 0.79 |
** 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
Nikon Z7 II has a 46 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm GFX 50R has 51 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon Z7 II |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
51 MP
51121152 pixels 8256 x 6192 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R has a 12 % larger resolution than Nikon Z7 II. 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 Z7 II has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm GFX 50R. Nikon Z7 II has an ISO range that stretches from 64 to 25600 while Fujifilm GFX 50R has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Z7 II | 64-25600 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 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 Nikon Z7 II
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm GFX 50R
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z7 II can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm GFX 50R can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Z7 II | 10 |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z7 II and Fujifilm GFX 50R 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 10% heavier than Nikon Z7 II and its 705 gr (or 1.55 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Z7 II | 705 gr 1.55 lb |
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 775 gr 1.71 lb |
Nikon Z7 II vs Fujifilm GFX 50R Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z7 II and Fujifilm GFX 50R, 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 |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Name | Nikon Z7 II | Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Fujifilm |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Release Year | 2020 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2020-10-14 | 2018-09-25 |
MSRP | 2999 USD | 4499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Medium Format (approx 44 x 33 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 8256 x 5504 pixels | 8256 x 6192 pixels |
Megapixels | 46 MP | 51 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL EXPEED 6 | X Processor Pro |
Image |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
ISO Range | 64 - 25600 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 493 | 425 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Fujifilm G See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 2360000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x | 0.61× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 360 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 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 | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC XQD |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
Yes (via cable or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z7 II |
Fujifilm GFX 50R |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-T125 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 420 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 134 mm | 161 mm |
Height | 101 mm | 97 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Weight | 705 gram | 775 gram |