Fujifilm GFX 50R Review

December 4, 2018 | Mark Goldstein | Rating star Rating star Rating star Rating star Half rating star

Introduction

The Fujifilm GFX 50R is a rangefinder-style mirrorless camera with a 51.4 megapixel, 43.8mm x 32.9mm medium-format CMOS sensor.

The GFX 50R is smaller, lighter and cheaper than the original GFX 50S camera that was introduced back in 2016 - it's 25mm thinner, 145g lighter, and costs £1K/$1K less than the 50S. It actually most closely resembles the X-E3 APS-C camera in its revised control layout, which we'll discuss in more detail in the Ease of Use section below.

The GFX 50R and 50S share exactly the same image sensor, X-Processor Pro image processor, battery, film simulation modes and electronic viewfinder. The GFX 50R differs from its larger sibling in three main ways - it has a tilting, rather than three-way, LCD screen, a lower magnification viewfinder (0.77x versus 0.85x), and includes Bluetooth connectivity for the first time on a GFX camera.

Otherwise the key specifications remain the same - Raw images with 14-bit color depth and 14 stops of dynamic range, ISO range of 50-102400, 1080p video with a frame rate of 30fps, 3fps continuous shooting, contrast-detection autofocus system with 117 points, shutter speeds from 60 minutes to 1/4000th sec using the mechanical focal plane shutter or up to 1/16000 sec via the electronic shutter, a 3.69m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder, a 3.2" 2.36m-dot touchscreen LCD, dual UHS-II SD memory card slots, built-in Wi-Fi for remote connection, and interval shooting and multiple exposure modes.

The recommended retail price of the Fujifilm GFX 50R is £3999 / $4499 body only in the UK and USA respectively.

Ease of Use

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Front of the Fujifilm GFX 50R

Whereas the GFX 50S had a DSLR, X-T series like design, the new GFX 50R sports a rangefinder style that's strongly reminiscent of both classic film cameras from the past, such as the GA645 and GF670, and of the company's most recent rangefinder-esque mirrorless camera, the X-E3.

Subsequently, one of the main reasons for choosing the GFX 50R instead of the 50S is the position of its electronic viewfinder, now located to the far left of the body when looking from the rear, rather than in the middle. This is to allow you to switch between looking through the viewfinder with your right eye and watching your subject with your left eye, thereby making it easier to anticipate where the subject will enter the frame, which is perfect for street photography.

If you're trying to decide between these two specific Fujifilm medium-format cameras, you really owe it to yourself to try out both side-by-side, as the viewing method is so different. We can't tell you which one is better than the other, as it really comes down to personal preference, just as some Fuji users prefer the rangefinder-esque X-Pro/X-E cameras and some the DLSR-like X-T range.

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Front of the Fujifilm GFX 50R

There are two differences between the viewfinders of the 50R and 50S, though. The GFX 50R has a lower magnification viewfinder, 0.77x versus 0.85x, and the GFX 50S has a viewfinder that can actually be completely removed, whereas the one on the 50R is fixed in place.

Another important point of difference between the two models is the smaller size and lower weight of the GFX 50R when compared with the 50S - 25mm in depth and 145g in weight, to be precise - making it better suited to life outside the studio, which is where most medium-format cameras spend their days. This reduction in size and weight makes the GFX 50R much more comparable to the the Hasselblad X1D-50c, a similarly styled rangefinder camera which uses exactly the same medium-format sensor as the 50S and 50R.

At 775g and 160.7mm (W) x 96.5mm (H) x 66.4mm (D), the Fuji 50R is still not exactly a small camera though, requiring both hands at most times for operation. You can hold it one-handed for a short period of time, but it quickly becomes uncomfortable even with the smallest GF lens mounted. Next year's launch of the diminutive GF 50mm F3.5 'pancake' lens will go some way to solving that issue.

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Front of the Fujifilm GFX 50R

What it won't address is the rather small hand-grip on the front of the GFX 50R. We'd have preferred a larger, more prominent grip, especially as Fujifilm have decided not to release an optional battery grip for the 50R (there are no electrical contacts on the bottom of the camera body). There will inevitably be some third-party solutions, but at launch the grip on the 50R is a little too small and shallow for our absolute liking, especially when using the largest GFX lenses. In the meantime, we'd advise using a wrist-strap with the GFX 50R, just for additional peace of mind.

The Fujifilm GFX 50R is equipped with a 43.8x32.9mm CMOS sensor with a resolution of 51.4 megapixels and no optical low pass filter that delivers 8256x6192 pixel still images. The sensor is essentially the same as the one found in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D cameras. This chip has an imaging area that's 1.7x greater than that of a 35mm "full-frame" sensor, and over 3.7 times larger than the APS-C sized sensors used in Fujifilm's X-series cameras. Unlike those cameras, though, the Fujifilm GFX 50R has a traditional Bayer colour filter array in front of the sensor. The pixel count isn't really higher than that of the highest-resolution 35mm full-frame DSLRs – the Canon EOS 5DS and 5DS R – but the pixel pitch is greater, promising a wider dynamic range and a better signal-to-noise ratio.

The GFX 50R is once again a very well-built camera, with absolutely no flex or movement in its chassis thanks to the die-cast magnesium alloy body and machined control dials. It's also dust-resistant, water-resistant and freeze-resistant down to -10°C, making this a medium format camera that can be used outside as well as indoors.

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Rear of the Fujifilm GFX 50R

We tested the GFX 50R with the GF 23mm f/4, 45mm f/2.8, 63mm f/2.8 and 110mm f/2 lenses, which all feature a focal-plane shutter, allowing for shutter speeds as fast as 1/4000th of a second. Each lens also has an aperture ring and a C (Command) position on the ring to enable aperture adjustments via a command dial on the camera body. All the lenses boast the same dust- and weather-resistant construction as the body, and because of the mirrorless construction of the camera, these Fujinon G lenses have a very short flange-back distance of only 26.7 millimetres.

With its focal-plane mechanical shutter, the GFX 50R has a top shutter-speed limit of 1/4000th second in all shooting modes. This allows you to select a faster aperture even in bright conditions or when shooting with flash during the day, although there's no built-in ND filter. The GFX also has an electronic shutter in addition to the mechanical one, which provides a much faster top shutter speed of 1/16,000th second. This allows you to continue shooting wide-open with fast aperture lenses in the brightest of conditions without having to resort to fitting a glass ND filter or using external flash and lights. There are some important caveats with the electronic shutter - the ISO range is restricted to 100-12800 and you can't use an external flashgun, but overall it's a great feature that makes the GFX more versatile.

The LCD screen is another main point of difference between the 50R and the 50S. On the latter, the screen can be tilted up and down by about 90 degrees when in landscape mode and also upwards when shooting in portrait mode via a simple press of a button on the side. On the 50R, it can only be tilted up and down in landscape mode, reducing the complexity of the mechanism (and therefore its cost) but also its versatility too. The size of the rear LCD screen is 3.2-inches and the resolution is an impressive 2.36m-dots, bigger and much more detailed than the screen on the Hasselblad X1D.

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Top of the Fujifilm GFX 50R

The Fujifilm GFX 50R has an intuitive touchscreen interface, allowing you to either move the AF point, or simultaneously move the AF point and focus on the subject. On the right hand side of the screen you’ll see a small icon which allows you to choose between using the screen to set the AF point or to have it focus as well. If you prefer, you can turn off this functionality altogether, but it is quicker than using the joystick to set the AF point. One drawback to leaving the touchscreen AF on is that we kept inadvertently moving the AF point when changing lenses. In image playback, you can simply drag left and right to go through the sequence of images and pinch/double-tap to zoom in and out, although you can't use the main menu system via the touchscreen (you can use the Q Menu though).

One operational aspect that the new GFX 50R does improve on is the welcome inclusion of a dedicated exposure compensation dial, something that was omitted on the GFX 50S to make room for a top-panel LCD. In turn, though, you don't get the useful LCD screen or a dedicated ISO speed dial on the smaller 50R, so it's something of swings and roundabouts here.

There's also a large a shutter speed dial with its own locking pin in the centre to prevent it from being inadvertently moved, with settings ranging from 1 second to 1/4000th second, an Auto option, a T setting for longer exposures (2 to 30 seconds, set via the circular command wheel) and a Bulb mode for exposures up to a whopping 60 minutes in length.

There is a vacant hotshoe for an accessory flash on top of the camera offering full compatibility with Fujifilm's flash units, but as expected there's no built-in pop-up flash. The flash sync speed is still a disappointingly slow 1/125 second, just like on the 50S. You can get around this limitation by using the optional EF-X500 or any compatible third party studio flash which supports FP mode, which then allows the flash sync to be as fast as 1/4000sec.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R In-hand

Completing the top of the camera is the Drive button for setting bracketing, burst and multiple exposure, a small unmarked Function button (which sets the ISO speed by default), the front control dial that surrounds the shutter release button, and an awkwardly placed On/Off switch that we didn't particularly like because of its position, but which at least is difficult to turn on by accident.

The Fujifilm GFX 50R turns on almost instantly, unlike the Hasselblad X1D. Squeeze the shutter release button in single shot mode to take a maximum resolution image and the screen almost instantly displays the resultant image. Although the 3fps continuous shooting speed won't impress either mirrorless or DSLR users, it is actually pretty fast for a medium format camera.

The GFX 50R offers exactly the same basic video mode as the 50S, rather inconveniently accessed via the Drive button on top of the camera (it's the last option in the list), that supports either Full HD (1920x1080 pixels) or 720p recording at 29.97, 25, 24, and 23.98 fps in the H.264 compressed MP4 format. The GFX doesn't benefit from any of the video improvements that Fujifilm have made to the X-T3 - it would have been nice to see Eterna added to the film simulation modes, for example.

The final key feature difference between the two GFX models is the introduction of Bluetooth connectivity for the first time on the 50R, a feature that X-series users have enjoyed for a couple of years now. It works in exactly the same way as on recent X-cameras like the X-T3. You can use this feature to connect the GFX 50S R to a smartphone, even when the camera is turned off, and automatically transfer images from the camera for easier backup, or more probably quickly sharing them via your social network of choice.

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The Tilting LCD Screen

The GFX 50R features exactly the same built-in wi-fi connectivity as the 50S camera. Install the Fujifilm Camera Remote App and you can transfer your pictures immediately to a smartphone or tablet PC and then edit and share them as you wish, transfer stills and video onto the camera, and embed GPS information in your shots from your smartphone. You can also control the camera remotely, with the list of available functions including Touch AF, shutter release for stills and movies, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO sensitivity, Film Simulation modes, White Balance, macro, timer and flash. The built-in wi-fi also provides a simple means to backup your photos to your home PC.

The GFX 50R is strikingly similar to the Fujifilm X-E3 APS-C camera in terms of its control layout, and, despite the size increase, will feel immediately familiar to anyone who's used those particular Fujifilm mirrorless cameras before.

The main design decision is the removal of a traditional 4-way controller on the rear of the camera. Instead, the GFX 50R relies more on its Touch Function feature, which effectively replaces the physical D-Pad that has been completely removed from the camera. You can flick left, right, up or down to activate various pre-assigned functions, like changing the white balance or picking a film simulation. In practice, it's a little trickier to use than a physical control, but maybe that's simply because we're more used to the latter than the former.

Furthermore, you can actually change the focus point whilst holding the camera up to your eye by dragging across the touchscreen with your right thumb. Again, it's a little tricky to get it right at first, but persevere and it soon becomes more natural, if not quite second nature.

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Dual Memory Card Slots

The rear of the GFX 50S looks strikingly similar to the X-E3. There's a vertical column of four controls on the right-hand side of the LCD screen, with the Focus Lever, or joystick, at the top. First introduced on the X-Pro2 and then the X-T2 cameras, as with the touchscreen drag feature, the rear joystick lets you change the focus point whilst holding the camera up to your eye - in practice, we preferred using the joystick to do this rather than the touchscreen.

Above the LCD screen and to the right of the viewfinder are controls for changing the View Mode, deleting images, setting the focus mode (Single, Continuous and Manual), an unmarked Fn3 button that by default toggles the Exposure Lock on and off, the rear control dial, and another unmarked Fn4 button that by default toggles the Auto-focus Lock on and off.

The two unmarked Function buttons are just two of 11 different controls that can be customised to suite your way of working, also including the Drive button and Fn1 button on top of the camera (the latter accesses the ISO menu by default), Fn2 on the front, and and Fn5 on the rear thumb-rest, which acts as a back button AF control. You can also change what happens when you swipe up, down, left and right on the touchscreen and also when you press the rear control dial (by default this checks the focus).

All of this potential customisability can be a little overwhelming at first, but once you've configured everything to your particular way of working, it proves to be a great way of making the camera fit your needs, rather than the other way around.

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The Battery Compartment

Something that we feel should have been addressed, though, is the actual size of the controls, and how flush they are with the camera body - they're a bit too small, smooth and recessed to find quickly, especially given just how big the camera is. We'd have preferred slightly larger controls, especially the various round buttons, and also with a textured surface and slight protrusion from the body too.

The tiny Quick Menu button is set into the prominent rear thumb rest. This provides quick access to lots of frequently used shooting settings including the ISO speed, White Balance, File Size and File Quality, with either the focus lever or the 4-way controller and the command dial used to quickly change them.

The Fujifilm GFX 50R has the same contrast-detect type autofocus system as the 50S, with no phase-detection AF sensors embedded in the sensor as on the X-T3, X-H1 and X-Pro2 cameras. Depending on the lighting conditions, this makes the GFX both a little on the slow side to auto-focus, often taking about 1/2 second to lock on to the subject, and also prone to hunting in low-light environments.

As well as single-point AF, the GFX 50R offers Zone and Wide/Tracking modes which utilise the larger /425-point area to capture moving subjects. In Zone mode, you can select a 3x3, 5x5 or 7x7 zone out of the 425-point AF area. During AF-C focus, the GFX continually tracks the subject, positioning it at the centre of the zone. The Wide/Tracking mode combines the Wide mode (during AF-S), in which the GFX automatically identifies and tracks the area in focus across the 425 point AF area, and the predictive Tracking mode (during AF-C), which uses the entire 425-point area to continue tracking the subject. This feature enables continuous focusing on a subject that is moving up and down, left and right or towards and away from the camera.

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The Front of the Fujifilm GFX 50R

Manual focus is also provided, and very good it is too. As you'd expect, the manual focus rings on both the lenses have a lovely feel, and two different focusing aids are provided - auto magnification and focus peaking. In conjunction with the high-resolution electronic viewfinder, we found it very easy to accurately determine critical sharpness.

You can use the Focus Lever joystick to move the AF point to one of the 117 different points that cover most of the frame. The size of the AF point can be set to one of six different options via the rear control dial to achieve more precise focusing, and you can also simply tap on the touchscreen to set the AF point virtually anywhere within the frame.. If you want even finer control, you can select the 425 points AF menu option which splits the same area of the frame into a 17x25 grid of much smaller AF points.

The right hand flank of the GFX 50R features a metal lug for attaching a strap, with a matching one on the left, underneath which are a compartment for the HDMI port and then dual memory card slots housed inside a weather-proof compartment. The GFX 50R offers compatibility with Ultra High Speed UHS-II SDXC memory cards, which has the main benefit of increasing the data writing speed in continuous mode to about twice that of a conventional UHS-1 card. The GFX 50R offers a continuous shooting rate of 3fps for 13 JPEGs or 8 compressed Raw files if you use a UHS-II SDXC card and the electronic shutter, making it one of the fastest medium format cameras on the market. If you prefer to use the mechanical shutter, the rate drops to 1.8fps for unlimited JPEGs or 8 Raws.

On the left is a small compartment with for the now combined 2.5mm headphone port and microphone port. There's also an X-sync socket on the front of GFX 50R. The base of the Fujifilm GFX 50R features the large battery compartment for the same NP-T125 battery as used by the 50S, which is pretty good at around 400 shots, a screw tripod thread that's inline with the centre of the lens mount, and rather strangely a covered compartment housing the USB 3.1 Type-C port (which no longer supports Fujifilm's Remote Release RR-90) and DC In 15V connector. Note that the 50R doesn't have a headphone jack, unlike the 50S.

Image Quality

All of the sample images in this review were taken using the 51.4 megapixel SuperFine JPEG setting, which gives an average image size of around 25Mb.

The Fujifilm GFX 50R produced images of outstanding quality during the review period. This camera produces noise-free images at ISO 50 up to ISO 3200, with some noise appearing at ISO 6400. The faster settings of ISO 12800 and 25600 are still usable, although we'd suggest avoiding ISO 51200 and higher if possible. The RAW files were also excellent, exhibiting more noise but still producing very usable images from ISO 50-12800.

The night photograph was very good, with the maximum shutter speed of 60 minutes allowing you to capture enough light in almost all situations. The Dynamic Range settings subtly improve detail in the shadows and highlights, while the various Film Simulation modes successfully hark back to a bygone era.

Noise

There are 12 ISO settings available on the Fujifilm GFX 50R. Here are some 100% crops which show the noise levels for each ISO setting:

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File Quality

The Fujifilm GFX 50R has 3 different JPEG file quality settings available, with SuperFine being the highest quality option, and it also supports Raw. Here are some 100% crops which show the quality of the various options, with the file size shown in brackets.

SuperFine (26.5Mb) (100% Crop)

Fine (15.1Mb) (100% Crop)

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Normal (9.12Mb) (100% Crop)

Raw (111Mb) (100% Crop)

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Night

The Fujifilm GFX 50R's maximum shutter speed is 60 minutes in the Bulb mode, which is great news if you're seriously interested in night photography. The shot below was taken using a shutter speed of 30 seconds at ISO 100.

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Dynamic Range

The Fujifilm GFX 50R has three dynamic range settings - 100% (on by default), 200%, and 400% - and an Auto setting if you want to let the camera take control. These settings gradually increase the amount of detail visible in the shadow and highlight areas, with the side-effect of more noise appearing in the image. Note that you can't actually turn this feature off.

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Film Simulations

The Fujifilm GFX 50R offers 9 different film simulation modes to help replicate the look of your favourite film stock from the past.

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Velvia / Vivid

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Astia / Soft

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Classic Chrome

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Multiple Exposure

The Fujifilm GFX 50R's Multiple Exposure mode allows you to take two consecutive photos and combine them into one.

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Sample Images

This is a selection of sample images from the Fujifilm GFX 50R camera, which were all taken using the 51.4 megapixel SuperFine JPEG setting. The thumbnails below link to the full-sized versions, which have not been altered in any way.

Sample RAW Images

The Fujifilm GFX 50R enables users to capture RAW and JPEG format files. We've provided some Fujifilm RAW (RAF) samples for you to download (thumbnail images shown below are not 100% representative).

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Conclusion

Fujifilm have succeeded in making a medium-format camera that's smaller, lighter, cheaper and easier to use with the release of the GFX 50R. It's not all perfect, but never has medium format photography been quite so accessible.

The GFX 50R is 25mm thinner, 145g lighter, and costs £1K/$1K less than the 2-year-old 50S (even more at full price), significant savings all round. It would have been unthinkable just a few years ago for a 50 megapixel medium format camera to only cost £3999 / $4499, but that's exactly what Fujifilm have achieved with the 50R.

At the same time, they've widened their potential audience even further by essentially turning the DSLR-like 50S into the rangefinder-style 50R. Subsequently they're very different cameras to use, so it's more a case of which one better suits your preferred shooting style, rather than which one is intrinsically better than the other, especially as they share so many key features and specifications.

Having said that, the GFX 50R does cut a few corners to make itself both smaller and cheaper, including a lower magnification viewfinder that's fixed in place rather then being removable, a simpler up-and-down-only tilting LCD screen, the omission of a headphone socket, a much smaller handgrip (perhaps too small), no top-panel LCD screen or ISO dial (although there is now an exposure compensation dial), an awkwardly placed On/Off switch, no traditional 4-way controller on the rear, and rather small controls (especially the various function buttons).

We'd also have really liked to see Fujifilm make some improvements to the 50R's key specs, which have essentially remained unchanged in the 2 years since the launch of the 50S.

Still image quality is once again simply outstanding, though, with seemingly endless detail thanks to the 50 megapixel sensor, huge depth of field that makes it easy to isolate your subject, and excellent noise performance from ISO 100-3200. The four GF lenses that we tested the GFX 50R with - the 23mm f/4, 45mm f/2.8, 63mm f/2.8 and 110mm f/2 - make for a surprisingly compact and versatile kit, certainly one that you could carry all day without too much discomfort. How many medium-format cameras can you say that about?

The GFX 50R blurs the boundaries between 35mm full-frame and medium format more than ever before, bringing the larger format into closer reach of high-end DSLR and mirrorless users both financially and in terms of the overall system size. If you've ever wanted to try medium format photography but been put off by the size and cost, then the new Fujifilm GFX 50R removes both of those reasons for not doing so.

4.5 stars

Ratings (out of 5)
Design 4.5
Features 4
Ease-of-use 4.5
Image quality 5
Value for money 4.5

Main Rivals

Listed below are some of the rivals of the Fujifilm GFX 50R.

Canon EOS 1D X Mark II

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Canon EOS 5DS R

The Canon EOS 5DS R DSLR boasts a massive 50 megapixel sensor with a low-pass cancellation filter to maximise the sharpness of the camera's sensor. Does the brand new Canon 5DS R offer the best image quality from a DSLR? Read our detailed Canon EOS 5DS R review to find out...

Canon EOS 5Ds

The EOS 5Ds DSLR camera has finally arrived, boasting a massive 50 megapixel sensor and proven design. Does the brand new Canon 5Ds offer high enough image quality to justify its £2999 / $3699 asking price? Read our detailed Canon EOS 5Ds review with full-size JPEG, Raw and video samples to find out...

Fujifilm GFX 50S

The Fujifilm GFX 50S is a new medium-format mirrorless camera, offering a 50 megapixel sensor, a 3.2-inch tilting touchscreen LCD and a removable electronic viewfinder in a body that's no bigger than a 35mm full-frame DSLR. Read our in-depth Fujifilm GFX 50S review now...

Hasselblad X1D-50c

The Hasselblad X1D-50c is a new medium-format compact system camera, offering a 50 megapixel sensor, a 3-inch touchscreen LCD and an electronic viewfinder in a stunningly-designed body that's smaller than many DSLRs. Read our in-depth Hasselblad X1D-50c review now...

Leica SL (Typ 601)

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Nikon D5

The Nikon D5 is a brand new flagship DSLR camera for professionals. Aimed at sports, press and nature photographers, the 20 megapixel D5 builds on the success of the previous D4s camera with a wealth of improvements, including a new 20.8 megapixel sensor, 4K video recording, touch-screen control, and an expanded ISO range. Can the Nikon D5 justify its £5,199.99 / $6,499.95 price-tag? Find out by reading our in-depth Nikon D5 review...

Pentax 645Z

The Pentax 645Z is a 51.4-megapixel medium-format camera that's styled very much like a DSLR. The well-appointed 645Z has a wealth of features in addition to its very large sensor, not to mention a very competitive price tag (for a medium format camera at least). Read our in-depth Pentax 645Z review to find out if it's worth making the leap to medium format...

Pentax K-1 Mark II

The Pentax K-1 Mark II is a modest upgrade of the 18-month-old K-1 35mm full-frame DSLR camera, principally adding just three new features. Are they enough to warrant upgrading and do they keep the Mark II competitive? Find out by reading our Pentax K-1 Mark II review...

Sony A7R III

The Sony A7R III is a 42 megapixel camera that can shoot at 10fps with continuous auto-focusing. Yes, you read that right - 42 megapixels at 10fps. Find out why we think this is one of the best cameras available today by reading our full Sony A7R III review, complete with full-size sample images and videos...

Review Roundup

Reviews of the Fujifilm GFX 50R from around the web.

jonasraskphotography.com »

So in my little write-up of the GFX 50R today I’m going to focus on exactly that. I’m going to focus on what this camera does to my creativity and my joy of photography. What I will be not be focusing too much on is the technical aspects of the Fujifilm GFX 50R. The reason for this being that on a technical specs sheet and pixelpeeping level this camera is undistinguishable from the GFX50S. The image quality, the focusing speed, the Processor. Everything is unchanged.
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Specifications

Model Name FUJIFILM GFX 50R
Number of effective pixels 51.4 million pixels
Image sensor 43.8mm x 32.9mm Bayer array with primary color filter


Sensor Cleaning system
Ultra Sonic Vibration
Storage media SD Card (-2G) / SDHC Card (-32G) / SDXC Card (-256G) UHS-I / UHS-II*1
File format
Still image
JPEG (Exif Ver.2.3)*2, RAW : 14bit RAW(RAF original format), RAW+JPEG, 8-bit TIFF(In-camera Raw Conversion Only)
Movie
MOV (MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, Audio : Linear PCM / Stereo sound 48KHz sampling)
Number of recorded pixels

L: (4:3) 8256 x 6192 / (3:2) 8256 x 5504 / (16:9)8256 x 4640 / (1:1) 6192 x 6192 (65:24)8256 x 3048 / (5:4) 7744 x 6192 / (7:6) 7232 x 6192
S: (4:3) 4000 x 3000 / (3:2)4000 x 2664 / (16:9)4000 x 2248 / (1:1) 2992 x 2992 (65:24)4000 x 1480 / (5:4) 3744 x 3000 / (7:6) 3504 x 3000

Lens mount FUJIFILM G mount
Sensitivity Standard Output Sensitivity : AUTO1 / AUTO2 / AUTO3 (up to ISO12800) / ISO100-12800 (1/3 step)
Extended output sensitivity : ISO50 / 25600 / 51200 / 102400
Exposure control TTL 256-zone metering, Multi / Spot / Average / Center Weighted
Exposure mode P(Program AE) / A(Aperture Priority AE) / S(Shutter Speed Priority AE) / M(Manual Exposure)
Exposure compensation -5.0EV - +5.0EV, 1/3EV step
(movie recording : -2.0EV - +2.0EV)
Image Stabilizer Supported with OIS type lenses
Shutter type Focal Plane Shutter
Shutter speed
Mechanical Shutter
4sec. - 1/4000sec (P mode), 60 min. - 1/4000 sec. (All modes)
Bulb mode (up to 60min), TIME : 60min. - 1/4000sec.
Electronic Shutter*3
4sec - 1/16000sec (P mode), 60min - 1/16000sec (All modes)
Bulb mode (up to 60 min), TIME : 60min. - 1/16000sec.
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter*4
4sec. - 1/4000sec (P mode), 60 min. - 1/4000 sec. (All modes)
Bulb mode (up to 60min), TIME : 60min. - 1/4000sec.
Mechanical + Electronic Shutter
4sec - 1/16000sec (P mode), 60min - 1/16000sec (All modes)
Bulb mode (up to 60 min), TIME : 60min. - 1/16000sec.
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter*3*4 + Electronic Shutter
4sec - 1/16000sec (P mode), 60min - 1/16000sec (All modes)
Bulb mode (up to 60 min), TIME : 60min. - 1/16000sec.
Synchronized shutter speed for flash
1/125sec. or slower
Continuous shooting Approx. 3.0 fps ( JPEG : Endless Lossless compression RAW : 13 Frames Uncompressed RAW : 8 Frames)


  • * When Using the Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
Approx. 1.8 fps ( JPEG : Endless Lossless Compression RAW : Endless Uncompressed RAW : 8 Frames)


  • * Recordable frames depends on recording media
  • * Speed of continuous shooting depends on shooting environment and shooting frames
Auto bracketing AE Bracketing (2/3/5/7/9 frames) ±1/3EV - ±3EV, 1/3EV step
Film Simulation Bracketing (Any 3 types of film simulation selectable)
Dynamic Range Bracketing (100%, 200%, 400%)
ISO sensitivity Bracketing (±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV)
White Balance Bracketing (±1, ±2, ±3)
Focus Bracketing (Interval, Number of shots, 10 step)
Focus
mode
Single AF / Continuous AF / MF
type
TTL Contrast AF
AF frame selection
Single Point AF: EVF / LCD: 13x9 / 25x17 (Changeable Size of AF Frame Among 6 Types)
Zone AF: 3x3 / 5x5 / 7x7 from 117 Areas on 13x9 Grid
Wide/Tracking AF: (Up to 9 Area)
  • * AF-S : Wide
  • * AF-C : Tracking
White balance Automatic scene recognition / Custom / Color temperature selection (K) / Preset : Daylight, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, Underwater
Self-timer 10sec. / 2sec.
Interval timer shooting Yes (Setting : Interval, Number of shots, Starting time)
Flash modes
*When EF-X500 is set
SYNC. MODE
1ST CURTAIN / 2ND CURTAIN / AUTO FP(HSS)
FLASH MODE
TTL(FLASH AUTO / STANDARD / SLOW SYNC.) / MANUAL / OFF
Hot shoe Yes (Dedicated TTL Flash compatible)
Viewfinder 0.5 inch Approx. 3.69 millions dots OLED Color Viewfinder
Coverage of Viewing Area vs. Capturing Area: Approx. 100%
Eyepoint: Approx. 23mm (from the Rear End of the Camera's Eyepiece)
Diopter Adjustment: -4 - +2m-1
Magnification: 0.77× with 50mm Lens (35mm Equivalent) at infinity and Diopter set to -1.0m-1
Diagonal Angle of View: Approx. 38° (Horizontal Angle of View: Approx. 30°)
Built-In Eye Sensor
LCD monitor 3.2 inch, Aspect Ratio 4:3, Approx. 2,360K-dot Tilt-Type(Two Direction),
Touch Screen Color LCD Monitor (Approx. 100% Coverage)
Movie recording [Full HD (1920 x 1080)] 29.97p / 25p / 24p / 23.98p 36Mbps up to Approx. 30min.
[HD (1280 x 720)] 29.97p / 25p / 24p / 23.98p 18Mbps up to Approx. 30min.
Photography functions Color, Sharpness, Highlight tone, Shadow tone, Noise reduction, Long exposure NR, Lens Modulation Optimizer, Color space, Pixel mapping, Select custom setting, Edit/Save custom setting, Store AF mode by orientation, Rapid AF, AF point display, Pre-AF, AF Illuminator, Face/Eye detection AF, AF+MF, Focus peak highlight, Focus check, Interlock spot AE & focus area, Instant AF setting (AF-S/AF-C), Depth-of-field scale, Rlease/Focus priority, Touch screen mode, Flicker reduction, Mount adapter setting, 35mm Format Mode, Red eye removal, Movie AF mode, RGB Histogram, Highlight alert, Electronic level, Preview depth of field, AE lock, AF lock, AF-ON, Multiple exposure
Touch Screen Mode
Shooting Mode
Touch AF, Focus Area, OFF
Playback Mode
Swipe, Zoom, Pinch-in / Pinch-out, Double-tap, Drag
Film Simulation mode 15 modes ( PROVIA / Standard, Velvia / Vivid, ASTIA / Soft, CLASSIC CHROME, PRO Neg.Hi, PRO Neg.Std, Black&White, Black&White+Ye Filter, Black&White+R Filter, Black&White+Gfilter, Sepia, ACROS, ACROS+Ye Filter, ACROS+R Filter, ACROS+G Filter )
Grain Effect STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Color Chrome Effect STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Dynamic range setting AUTO, 100%, 200%, 400%
Playback functions Switch slot, RAW conversion, Erase, Erase selected frames, Simultaneous delete(Raw Slot1/JPG Slot2), Crop, Resize, Protect, Image rotate, Red eye removal, Voice memo setting, Copy, Photobook assist, Multi-frame playback (with micro thumbnail), Favorites, RGB histogram, Highlight alert
Wireless transmitter
Standard
IEEE 802.11b / g / n (standard wireless protocol)
Encryption
WEP / WPA / WPA2 mixed mode
Access mode
Infrastructure
Wireless function Geotagging, Image transfer (Individual image/Selected multiple images), View & Obtain Images, instax Printer Print, Pairing registration, Delete pairing registration, Bluetooth ON/OFF setting, Auto image transfer, Smartphone Sync. Setting
Other functions Exif Print, Date/Time, Time difference, 35 Languages, My menu setting, Sensor cleaning, Battery age, Sound set-up, EVF brightness, EVF color, LCD brightness, LCD color, Image disp, Auto rotate displays, Preview exp./WB in manual mode, Natural live view, Framing guideline, Autorotate PB, Focus scale units, Disp. custom setting, Focus lever setting, Edit/Save Quick menu, Function(Fn) setting, Selector button setting, Command dial setting, S.S. operation, Shutter AF, Shutter AE, Shoot without lens, Shoot without card, Focus ring, AE/AF-Lock mode, Expo. Comp. button setting, Touch screen setting, Lock, Auto power off, Shooting stand by mode, Auto power save, Frame No., Save org image, Edit file name, Card slot setting, Switch slot, Movie file destination, Select Folder and Create Folder, Copyright Info
Terminal
Digital interface
USB Type-C(USB3.1 Gen1)
HDMI output
HDMI micro connector (Type D)
Other
ø2.5mm, Remote Release / Stereo Mini Connector (Microphone) / DC IN 15V Connecter *Compatible with AC-15V (Optional) Only / Hot Shoe / Synchronized Terninal
Power supply NP-T125 Li-ion battery (included)
Battery life for still images*5
Approx. 400frames When GF63mmF2.8 R WR is set. (Auto power save ON)
Actual battery life of movie capture*7
  • *Face detection is set to OFF
Full HD : approx. 70 min Continuance battery life of movie capture*7
  • *Face detection is set to OFF
Full HD : approx. 145 min.
Dimensions 160.7mm (W) x 96.5mm (H) x 66.4mm (D) / 6.33in. (W) x 3.80in. (H) x 2.62in. (D)
(Minimum Depth : 46.0mm / 1.81in.)
Weight Approx. 775g / 27.3oz. (including battery and memory card)
Approx. 690g / 24.3oz. (excluding accessories, battery and memory card)
Operating Temperature -10°C - +40°C (+14°F - +104°F)
Operating Humidity 10 - 80% (no condensation)
Starting up period Approx 0.4sec.
  • * Fujifilm research
Accessories included Li-ion battery NP-T125
Battery charger BC-T125
Plug adapter
Body cap
Strap clip
Protective cover
Clip attaching tool
Shoulder strap
Cable protector
Hot shoe cover
Sync terminal cover
Owner's manual

  • *1 Please see the Fujifilm website (http://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/compatibility/card/x/) to check memory card compatibility.
  • *2 Exif 2.3 is a digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing.
  • *3 The Electronic Shutter may not be suitable for fast-moving objects or handheld shooting. Flash can not be used.
  • *4 When using the electronic front curtain shutter, the continuous shooting speed drops and using high speed shutter, the shutter switches to mechanical shutter. (1/640 sec. to 1/4000 sec.)
  • *5 Approximate number of frames or movie recording time that can be taken with a fully-charged based on CIPA Standard.

Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality / Size

All figures are approximate; file size varies with the scene recorded, producing wide variations in the number of files that can be stored.

Number of images
Modes Still image (L)
Number of recorded pixels 8256 x 6192 (4:3)
Quality SUPER FINE FINE NORMAL
SDHC memory card 8 GB 254 381 607
16 GB 524 785 1253
Number of images
Modes RAW
Quality UNCOMPRESSED LOSSLESS COMPRESSED
SDHC memory card 8 GB 66 127
16 GB 137 265
Recording time
Modes Movie
Quality FULL HD (1920 x 1080) 60p / 30p HD (1280 x 720) 60p / 30p
SDHC memory card 8 GB 26 min. 51 min.
16 GB 54 min. 105 min.
  • * For recording movies, use a card with UHS Speed Class 1 or higher.
  • * Although movie recording will continue without interruption when the file size reaches 4 GB, subsequent footage will be recorded to a separate file which must be viewed separately.

News

The Fujifilm GFX 50R is a rangefinder-styled medium-format mirrorless camera that's smaller and lighter than the GFX 50S (145g less and 25mm thinner). The 51.4 megapixel GFX 50R rangefinder camera allows you to keep your eye on a subject while looking through the the 0.77x 3.69M-dot organic EL electronic viewfinder (EVF) with the other eye. It is the first model in the GFX system to support the Bluetooth low energy technology, while the magnesium alloy body is weather-sealed in 64 places to provide dust and weather resistance and ability to operate at temperatures as low as -10.

The GFX 50R will be available in November 2018 for $4500.

Fujifilm Press Release

Introducing the rangefinder style model to the GFX medium format digital mirrorless system

FUJIFILM GFX 50R

A large 51.4MP image sensor in a compact and lightweight body is reminiscent of renowned medium format film cameras widely used in street and documentary photography

PHOTOKINA 2018, COLOGNE, GERMANY, September 25, 2018 -FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) will launch a medium format mirrorless digital camera FUJIFILM GFX 50R (GFX 50R), which features the FUJIFILM G Format (medium format, 43.8x32.9mm) image sensor, which is approx. 1.7 times the size of a full frame 35mm image sensor (*1).

The GFX 50R continues the compact, lightweight and superior image quality characteristics of Fujifilm’s GFX medium format mirrorless digital camera system, while weighing approx. 145g less and 25mm thinner than the FUJIFILM GFX 50S (GFX 50S). The GFX 50S has attracted high praise from professional photographers since its launch in January 2017. Yet, many field photographers who specialize in weddings, portraits and street photography have sought after an even more compact and lightweight camera, along the line of Fujifilm’s traditional medium format film cameras such as GA645 (*discontinued) and GF670 (*discontinued). With this in mind, FUJIFILM is adding the new “GFX 50R” to the lineup.

1. Compact and lightweight (approx. 775g *2) medium format mirrorless digital camera in the rangefinder style

The GFX 50R is approx. 145g lighter than the GFX 50S (weighing 920g with EVF). The camera body is just 66.4mm thick, 25.0mm thinner than the GFX 50S.

The rangefinder style design allows you to keep your eye on a subject while looking through the viewfinder with the other eye. This enables checking and feeling the atmosphere of the scene around your subject matter, shown in the EVF.

The GFX 50R is equipped with the 0.77x 3.69M-dot organic EL electronic viewfinder (EVF). This allows accurate focusing despite the large size of the medium format sensor, which has a shallower depth of field than that of a 35mm full frame sensor when shooting at the same angle of view.

2. Equipped with 51.4MP medium format CMOS sensor and X-Processor Pro image processing engine

The medium format (43.8mm x 32.9mm) “G Format” sensor has better per pixel light reception capability than that of a 35mm full frame sensor of the same resolution. Furthermore, the micro lenses have been designed to optimize the light gathering performance and image resolution as well as the handling of data from photodiodes are customized to achieve a superior level of image quality, surpassing that of existing cameras that use a sensor of the same size. As a result, the GFX 50R delivers images that precisely reproduce the subject’s texture, three-dimensional feel and even the atmosphere of each scene.

The GFX 50R features the X-Processor Pro image processing engine. Supporting FUJIFILM’s renowned Film Simulation modes, the camera allows you to opt for the tonality of photographic films such as Velvia, PROVIA and ACROS, used for many years in medium format film cameras by professional and enthusiast photographers alike.

3. Intuitive handling and rugged camera body that caters for the needs of all photographers

The GFX 50R is equipped with the Focus Lever to allow quick adjustment of the focus point. The elimination of the selector buttons provides extra space to hold the camera better. The top panel sports two dials, one for shutter speed and the other for exposure compensation. The milled aluminum dials give the camera a premium feel and satisfying clicking touch.

The robust magnesium alloy body is weather-sealed in 64 places to provide dust and weather resistance and ability to operate at temperatures as low as -10. Its durability caters to the needs of all photographers.

4. Extensive lineup of the medium format mirrorless system, “GFX system”

The medium format mirrorless system, GFX system, currently offers a lineup of seven FUJINON GF lenses, covering focal lengths from 23mm (equivalent to 18mm in the 35mm film format) to 250mm (equivalent to 198mm in the 35mm film format). All GF lenses are able to resolve up 100MP which means they are future proof. They are also dust and weather resistant and designed to operate at temperatures as low as -10? so that they withstand professional use in harsh conditions.

Tethered shooting is essential part in a professional photographers workflow. The GFX system supports tethering software “HS-V5 for Windows” and “Tether Shooting Plug-in PRO for Adobe® Photoshop®”, “Capture One Pro (FUJIFILM)” is also due to be released, giving extra options in studio sessions for commercial and fashion photography.  This means that a professional photographer can incorporate the GFX system into their regular workflow.

5. GFX system’s first Bluetooth® compatibility for enhanced connectivity

This is the first model in the GFX system to support the Bluetooth® low energy technology. Captured images can be transferred easily and quickly to smartphones and tablet devices paired with the camera via the FUJIFILM Camera Remote app.

*1 Image sensors measuring 36mm×24mm, used by many DSLRs

*2 Operating weight (including the weight of battery and recording media)

*3 Due to be released in October 2018 to bring LCD/EVF color adjustment and other functions to the GFX 50S

Model name   FUJIFILM GFX 50S FUJIFILM GFX 50R
Number of effective pixels   51.4 million pixels
Image sensor    43.8mm×32.9mm Bayer array with primary color filter
Sensor Cleaning System   Ultra Sonic Vibration
Storage media    SD Card (-2GB) / SDHC Card (-32GB) / SDXC Card (-256GB) UHS-I / UHS-II*1
File format      Still Image JPEG (Exif Ver.2.3)*2, RAW : 14bit RAW (RAF original format), RAW+JPEG, 8-bit TIFF (In-camera Raw Conversion Only)
  Movie MOV (MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, Audio : Linear PCM / Stereo sound 48KHz sampling)
Number of recorded pixels   [L] <4:3> 8256×6192 <3:2> 8256×5504 <16:9> 8256×4640 <1:1> 6192×6192     <65:24> 8256×3048 <5:4> 7744×6192 <7:6> 7232×6192 [S] <4:3> 4000×3000 <3:2> 4000×2664 <16:9> 4000×2248 <1:1> 2992×2992      <65:24> 4000×1480 <5:4> 3744×3000 <7:6> 3504×3000
Lens Mount   FUJIFILM G mount
Sensitivity Standard Output AUTO1/AUTO2/AUTO3 (up to ISO12800) / ISO100~12800 (1/3 step)
  Extended Output ISO50 / 25600 / 51200 / 102400
Exposure control   TTL 256-zone metering, Multi / Spot / Average / Center Weighted
Exposure mode   P (Program AE) / A (Aperture Priority AE) / S (Shutter Speed Priority AE) / M (Manual Exposure)
Exposure compensation   -5.0EV - +5.0EV 1/3EV step (Movie: -2.0EV - +2.0EV)
Image Stabilizer   Supported with OIS type lenses
Shutter type   Focal Plane Shutter
Shutter speed Mechanical Shutter 4sec. - 1/4000sec. (P mode), 60min. - 1/4000sec. (All modes) Bulb mode (up to 60min.), TIME: 60min. - 1/4000sec.
  Electronic Shutter*3 4sec - 1/16000sec. (P mode), 60min. - 1/16000sec. (All modes) Bulb mode (up to 60min.), TIME: 60min. - 1/16000sec.
  Electronic Front Curtain Shutter*4 4sec. - 1/4000sec. (P mode), 60min. - 1/4000sec. (All modes) Bulb mode (up to 60min.), TIME: 60min. - 1/4000sec.
  Mechanical + Electronic Shutter 4sec. - 1/16000sec. (P mode), 60min. - 1/16000sec. (All modes) Bulb mode (up to 60min.), TIME: 60min. - 1/16000sec.
  Electronic Front Curtain Shutter + Electronic Shutter*3*4 4sec. - 1/16000sec. (P mode), 60min. - 1/16000sec. (All modes) Bulb mode (up to 60min.), TIME: 60min. - 1/16000sec.
  Synchronized shutter speed for flash 1/125sec. or slower
Continuous shooting    Approx. 3.0fps (JPEG: Endless Lossless compression RAW: 13 Frames Uncompressed RAW: 8 Frames) *When Using the Electronic Front Curtain Shutter Approx. 1.8fps (JPEG: Endless Lossless Compression RAW: Endless Uncompressed RAW: 8 Frames) *Recordable frame depends on recording media. *Speed of continuous shooting depends on shooting environment and shooting frames.
Auto bracketing   AE Bracketing (2/3/5/7/9 frames) ±1/3EV - ±3EV, 1/3EV step Film Simulation Bracketing (Any 3 types of film simulation selectable) Dynamic Range Bracketing (100%, 200%, 400%) ISO sensitivity Bracketing (±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV) White Balance Bracketing (±1, ±2, ±3) Focus Bracketing (Interval, Number of shots, 10 step)*5
Focus     Mode Single AF / Continuous AF / MF
  Type TTL Contrast AF
  AF frame selection Single Point AF: EVF / LCD: 13×9 / 25×17 (Changeable Size of AF Frame Among 6 Types) Zone AF: 3×3 / 5×5 / 7×7 from 117 Areas on 13×9 Grid Wide/Tracking AF: (Up to 9 Area) *AF-S: Wide *AF-C: Tracking
White balance   Automatic scene recognition / Custom / Color temperature selection (K) / Preset : Daylight, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, Underwater
Self-timer   10sec. / 2sec.
Interval timer Shooting   YES Setting : Interval, Number of shots, Starting time
Flash modes SYNC. MODE 1ST CURTAIN / 2ND CURTAIN / AUTO FP(HSS)
*When EF-X500 is set FLASH MODE TTL(FLASH AUTO / STANDARD / SLOW SYNC.) / MANUAL / OFF
Hot shoe   Yes (Dedicated TTL Flash compatible)
Viewfinder   0.5 inch Approx. 3.69 millions dots OLED Color Viewfinder Coverage of Viewing Area vs. Capturing Area: Approx. 100% Eyepoint: Approx. 23mm (from the Rear End of the Camera's Eyepiece) Diopter Adjustment: -4 - +2m-1 Magnification: 0.85× with 50mm Lens (35mm Equivalent) at infinity and Diopter set to -1.0m-1 Diagonal Angle of View: Approx. 40° (Horizontal Angle of View: Approx. 33°) Built-In Eye Sensor 0.5 inch Approx. 3.69 millions dots OLED Color Viewfinder Coverage of Viewing Area vs. Capturing Area: Approx. 100% Eyepoint: Approx. 23mm (from the Rear End of the Camera's Eyepiece) Diopter Adjustment: -4 - +2m-1 Magnification: 0.77× with 50mm Lens (35mm Equivalent) at infinity and Diopter set to -1.0m-1 Diagonal Angle of View: Approx. 38° (Horizontal Angle of View: Approx. 30°) Built-In Eye Sensor
LCD monitor   3.2 inch, Aspect Ratio 4:3, Approx. 2,360K-dot Tilt-Type(Three Direction), Touch Screen Color LCD Monitor (Approx. 100% Coverage) 3.2 inch, Aspect Ratio 4:3, Approx. 2,360K-dot Tilt-Type(Two Direction), Touch Screen Color LCD Monitor (Approx. 100% Coverage)
Sub LCD monitor   1.28 inch, Aspect Ratio 1:1, 128×128-dot Monochrome LCD Monitor -
Movie recording   [Full HD (1920×1080)] 29.97p / 25p / 24p / 23.98p 36Mbps up to Approx. 30min. [HD (1280×720)] 29.97p / 25p / 24p / 23.98p 18Mbps up to Approx. 30min.
Photography  functions   Color, Sharpness, Highlight tone, Shadow tone, Noise reduction, Long exposure NR, Lens Modulation Optimizer, Color space, Pixel mapping, Select custom setting, Edit/Save custom setting, Store AF mode by orientation, Rapid AF, AF point display, Pre-AF, Face/Eye detection AF, AF+MF, Focus peak highlight, Focus check, Interlock spot AE & focus area, Instant AF setting (AF-S/AF-C), Depth-of-field scale, Release/Focus priority, Touch screen mode, Flicker reduction*5, Mount adapter setting, 35mm Format Mode*5, Red eye removal, Movie AF mode, RGB Histogram, Highlight alert, Electronic level, Preview depth of field, AE lock, AF lock, AF-ON, Multiple exposure Color, Sharpness, Highlight tone, Shadow tone, Noise reduction, Long exposure NR, Lens Modulation Optimizer, Color space, Pixel mapping, Select custom setting, Edit/Save custom setting, Store AF mode by orientation, Rapid AF, AF point display, Pre-AF, AF Illuminator, Face/Eye detection AF, AF+MF, Focus peak highlight, Focus check, Interlock spot AE & focus area, Instant AF setting (AF-S/AF-C), Depth-of-field scale, Release/Focus priority, Touch screen mode, Flicker reduction, Mount adapter setting, 35mm Format Mode, Red eye removal, Movie AF mode, RGB Histogram, Highlight alert, Electronic level, Preview depth of field, AE lock, AF lock, AF-ON, Multiple exposure
Touch Screen Mode Shooting Mode Touch AF, Focus Area, OFF
  Playback Mode Swipe, Zoom, Pinch-in / Pinch-out, Double-tap, Drag
Film Simulation mode   15 modes ( PROVIA / Standard, Velvia / Vivid, ASTIA / Soft, Classic Chrome, PRO Neg.Hi, PRO Neg.Std, Black&White, Black&White+Ye Filter, Black&White+R Filter, Black&White+Gfilter, Sepia, ACROS, ACROS+Ye Filter, ACROS+R Filter, ACROS+G Filter )
Grain Effect   STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Color Chrome Effect   STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Dynamic range setting   AUTO, 100%, 200%, 400%
Playback  functions   Switch slot, RAW conversion, Erase, Erase selected frames, Crop, Resize, Protect, Image rotate, Red eye removal, Voice memo setting, Copy, Photobook assist, Multi-frame playback (with micro thumbnail), Favorites, RGB histogram, Highlight alert Switch slot, RAW conversion, Erase, Erase selected frames, Simultaneous delete(Raw Slot1/JPG Slot2), Crop, Resize, Protect, Image rotate, Red eye removal, Voice memo setting, Copy, Photobook assist, Multi-frame playback (with micro thumbnail), Favorites, RGB histogram, Highlight alert
Wireless transmitter          Standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless protocol)
  Encryption WEP/WPA/WPA2 mixed mode
  Access mode Infrastructure
Wireless function   Geotagging, Wireless communication (Image transfer), View & Obtain Images, Remote camera shooting, instax printer print Geotagging, Image transfer (Individual image/Selected multiple images), View & Obtain Images, instax Printer Print, Pairing registration, Delete pairing registration, Bluetooth ON/OFF setting, Auto image transfer, Smartphone Sync. Setting
Other functions   Exif Print, Date/Time, Time difference, 35 Languages, My menu setting, Sensor cleaning, Battery age, Sound set-up, EVF brightness, EVF color, LCD brightness, LCD color, Image disp, Auto rotate displays, Preview exp./WB in manual mode, Preview pic. effect, Framing guideline, Autorotate PB, Focus scale units, Disp. custom setting, Sub monitor setting, Focus lever setting, Edit/Save Quick menu, Function(Fn) setting, Selector button setting, Command dial setting, S.S. operation*5, Shutter AF, Shutter AE, Shoot without lens, Shoot without card*5, Focus ring, AE/AF-Lock mode, Expo. Comp. button setting, Touch screen setting, Lock, Auto power off, Shooting stand by mode, Auto power save, Frame No., Save org image, Edit file name, Card slot setting, Switch slot, Movie file destination, Select Folder and Create Folder*5, Copyright Info Exif Print, Date/Time, Time difference, 35 Languages, My menu setting, Sensor cleaning, Battery age, Sound set-up, EVF brightness, EVF color, LCD brightness, LCD color, Image disp, Auto rotate displays, Preview exp./WB in manual mode, Natural live view, Framing guideline, Autorotate PB, Focus scale units, Disp. custom setting, Focus lever setting, Edit/Save Quick menu, Function(Fn) setting, Selector button setting, Command dial setting, S.S. operation, Shutter AF, Shutter AE, Shoot without lens, Shoot without card, Focus ring, AE/AF-Lock mode, Expo. Comp. button setting, Touch screen setting, Lock, Auto power off, Shooting stand by mode, Auto power save, Frame No., Save org image, Edit file name, Card slot setting, Switch slot, Movie file destination, Select Folder and Create Folder, Copyright Info
Terminal      
Digital interface   USB3.0 (High-Speed) / micro USB terminal *connectable with Remote Release RR-90 (sold separately) USB Type-C(USB3.1 Gen1)
HDMI output   HDMI Micro connector (Type D)
Others   ø3.5mm, stereo mini connector (Microphone) ø3.5mm, stereo mini connector (Headphone) ø2.5mm, Remote Release Connector DC IN 15V Connecter *Compatible with AC-15V (Optional) Only Hot shoe Synchronized terninal ø2.5mm, Remote Release / Stereo Mini Connector (Microphone) DC IN 15V Connecter *Compatible with AC-15V (Optional) Only Hot Shoe Synchronized Terninal
Power supply   NP-T125 Li-ion battery (included)
  Battery life for still images*6 Approx. 400 frames When GF63mmF2.8 R WR is set. (Auto power save ON)
  Continuance battery life of movie capture*6 [Full HD] Approx. 145min. *Face detection is set to OFF
  Actual battery life of movie capture*6 [Full HD] Approx. 70min. *Face detection is set to OFF
Dimensions   Including EVF 147.5mm (W) × 113.8mm (H) × 91.4mm (D) / 5.81in. (W) × 4.48in. (H) × 3.60in. (D) (Minimum Depth : 41.6mm / 1.64in.) Excluding EVF 147.5mm (W) × 94.2mm (H) × 91.4mm (D) / 5.81in. (W) × 3.71in. (H) × 3.60in. (D) (Minimum Depth : 41.6mm / 1.64in.) 160.7mm (W) × 96.5mm (H) × 66.4mm (D) / 6.33in. (W) × 3.80in. (H) × 2.62in. (D) (Minimum Depth : 46.0mm / 1.81in.)
Weight   Approx. 920g / 32.5oz. (including EVF, battery and memory card) Approx. 825g / 29.1oz. (including battery and memory card) Approx. 740g / 26.1oz. (excluding accessories, battery and memory card) Approx. 775g / 27.3oz. (including battery and memory card) Approx. 690g / 24.3oz. (excluding accessories, battery and memory card)
Operating Temperature   -10°C - 40°C (+14°F - +104°F)
Operating Humidity   10% - 80% (no condensation)
Starting up period   Approx. 0.4sec. *Fujifilm Research
Accessories included   Li-ion battery NP-T125, Battery charger BC-T125, Plug adapter, Body cap, Shoulder strap, Metal strap clip, Metal strap clip lock, Cable protector, Interchangeable electronic viewfinder EVF-GFX1, Hot shoe cover (Body/EVF), Connector cover (EVF), Vertical Battery Grip connector cover, Sync terminal cover, Owner's manual Li-ion battery NP-T125, Battery charger BC-T125, Plug adapter, Body cap, Strap clip, Protective cover, Clip attaching tool, Shoulder strap, Cable protector, Hot shoe cover, Sync terminal cover, Owner's manual

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Hands On

Want to see exactly what the new Fujifilm GFX 50R mirrorless medium format camera looks like in the flesh?

Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Fujifilm GFX 50R mirrorless medium format camera and the three new GF lenses (45-100mm f/4, 100-200mm f/5.6, 50mm f/3.5).

A gallery of hands-on photos of the Fujifilm GFX 50R mirrorless medium format camera.

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Preview Images

Ahead of our full review, here are some sample images taken with a final production version of the brand new Fujifilm GFX 50S medium format camera, using the GF 23mm f/4, 45mm f/2.8, 63mm f/2.8 and 110mm f/2 lenses.

A gallery of sample JPEG and Raw images taken with the Fujifilm GFX 50R medium format camera.

Fujifilm GFX 50R Sample Images

Sample RAW Images

The Fujifilm GFX 50R enables users to capture RAW and JPEG format files. We've provided some Fujifilm RAW (RAF) samples for you to download (thumbnail images shown below are not 100% representative).

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