Fujifilm GFX50S II Review
Fujifilm continues to push the price of entry for medium format cameras down—the company's GFX50S II, an update to 2016's GFX 50S, costs $3,999 (body only). The 50S II sports a new, more compact build with in-body stabilization, but keeps the same 50MP sensor as the original. However, that sensor is starting to show its age and lags behind some full-frame options in terms of resolution. If you can stretch your budget, the $6,000 Fujifilm GFX100S is better all around and our Editors' Choice winner for medium format cameras.GFX50S II and GFX100S: Dead Ringers The GFX50S II is smaller than the original 50S, but maintains its predecessors' SLR-style build. It drops the removable, articulating EVF for a fixed one, and moves the battery into the handgrip, slimming down the overall form. It's not a new body, though—aside from the model badge, it's indistinguishable from the 100MP GFX100S. Inside is a different story. The GFX50S II matches the sensor from the original version of the camer...
The Fujfilm GFX50S II is the most affordable digital medium format camera to date, but its image sensor and contrast detect focus system show their age.
50MP sensor with stabilization; Sturdy, all-weather build; Dual-hinge rear display; 200MP multi-shot mode; In-camera Raw processing; Varied film simulation looks; Low price for medium format
Uses bulkier lenses than full-frame cameras; Dated contrast detect autofocus system; 3fps continuous drive is on the slow side; Limited to 1080p video recording