FUJIFILM GFX100 II Review
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Our editorial take on the FUJIFILM GFX100 II
The FUJIFILM GFX100 II represents a significant paradigm shift, blurring the lines between medium format image fidelity and full-frame performance. This is no longer a slow, methodical studio camera. With its new high-speed 102MP sensor and powerful processor, FUJIFILM has built a hybrid powerhouse that directly challenges the speed, autofocus, and video dominance of top-tier full-frame systems. It successfully marries the breathtaking depth and detail of a large sensor with the operational responsiveness required for dynamic shooting situations.
The most transformative upgrades are in performance and video. The autofocus system is a massive leap forward, delivering reliable subject detection and tracking that finally makes medium format a viable option for more than just static subjects. For filmmakers, the GFX100 II is a revelation. Offering a suite of professional codecs like internal ProRes, 8K recording, and native anamorphic de-squeeze, it establishes itself as a legitimate cinema camera capable of producing incredible visuals, not just a stills camera with a video function.
Of course, this level of performance comes at a cost, placing the camera firmly in the realm of dedicated professionals and well-funded production houses. For photographers who do not require class-leading video or the fastest burst rates, other models in the GFX line present a more practical value proposition. The GFX100 II is not an every-person camera; it is a specialized instrument for creators working at the apex of quality, who need a single body that refuses to compromise on either stills or motion.
- Groundbreaking video capabilities for medium format, including 8K and internal ProRes
- Vastly improved autofocus with reliable subject detection and tracking
- Impressive burst shooting speeds that rival professional full-frame cameras
- Exceptional 102MP image quality with incredible detail and dynamic range
- Versatile and high-quality detachable electronic viewfinder
- Extremely high price point
- Still a large and heavy system compared to full-frame alternatives
- Feature set may be excessive for photographers focused solely on stills
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About this product
The Fujifilm GFX100 II is a medium format mirrorless camera featuring a 102MP BSI CMOS sensor and X-Processor 5. It offers 4K/60p video recording and 8 stops of in-body image stabilization. This camera serves as an elite option for both photographers and filmmakers.
Specs
- Battery
- 1x NP-W235 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Included)
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 4.2
- Audio I/O
- 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
- Bit Depth
- 16-Bit
- Other I/O
- 1x RJ45 (Data) Input 1x USB-C (Data) Output (Shared with Power Input)
- Power I/O
- 1x USB-C Input
- Video I/O
- 1x HDMI Output
- Lens Mount
- FUJIFILM G
- Self Timer
- 2/10-Second Delay
- Aspect Ratio
- 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 7:6, 16:9, 65:24
- Capture Type
- Stills & Video
- Display Type
- Tilting 3.2" Touchscreen LCD Status Display (Top): 2.1" LCD
- Image Sensor
- 43.8 x 32.9 mm (Medium Format) CMOS
- Shutter Type
- Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
- Bulb Time Mode
- Bulb Mode (Up to 60 Minutes)
- Exposure Modes
- Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
- Metering Method
- Average, Center-Weighted Average, Multi, Spot, TTL 256-Zones
- Image File Format
- HEIF, JPEG, Raw, TIFF
- Battery Life Shots
- Approx. 540
- Built In Nd Filter
- No
- Interval Recording
- Yes
- Continuous Shooting
- Up to 8 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 76 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
- Image Stabilization
- Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
- White Balance Range
- 2500 to 10,000K
- Max Video Output Raw
- Up to UHD 8K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
- Exposure Compensation
- -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
- White Balance Presets
- Auto, Custom, Fluorescent, Shade, Underwater
- Electronic Shutter Speed
- 1/32000 to 60 Minutes (Manual), 1/32000 to 30 Seconds (Aperture/Program)
- Mechanical Shutter Speed
- 1/4000 to 60 Minutes (Manual), 1/4000 to 30 Seconds (Aperture/Program)
- Media Memory Card Slot 1
- SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
- Media Memory Card Slot 2
- CFexpress Type B
- Effective Sensor Resolution
- 102 Megapixel (11,648 x 8736)
- Max Video Output 422 10 Bit
- Up to UHD 8K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
- Sensor Crop 35mm Equivalent
- 0.79x
- Iso Sensitivity Photo Native
- 80 to 12,800
- Iso Sensitivity Video Native
- 100 to 12,800
- Max Internal Recording Modes
- H.264/H.265/MPEG-4 AVC/ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422LT Up to DCI 8K at 23.98/24.00 fps
- Iso Sensitivity Photo Extended
- 40 to 102,400
- Iso Sensitivity Video Extended
- 100 to 25,600
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