• Medium format 1,441.0mm2
  • 51.4 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 12,800
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 45.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Fujifilm GFX 50R advantages over Canon R5

  • Less expensive
    $2999* vs $3799
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Larger sensor
    Medium format vs 35mm
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.31 vs 4.39 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 400 vs 320 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Thinner
    66 mm vs 88 mm
    Thinner
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    3600 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Canon R5 advantages over Fujifilm GFX 50R

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    No vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/250 vs 1/125 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Newer
    4 years vs 6 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

  • Same superb image quality as the 50S; Slightly improved performance; Less expensive and slimmer than 50S.

  • Lackluster ergonomics; Sluggish autofocus; Poor video features and performance.

  • Read our Fujifilm GFX 50R Review

The Competition

Compared to Hasselblad X1D

Fujifilm GFX 50R
Hasselblad X1D
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Higher max flash sync
  • Headphone jack

Compare Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Hasselblad X1D

Canon R5
Hasselblad X1D
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon R5 vs Hasselblad X1D

Compared to Fujifilm GFX 50S

Fujifilm GFX 50R
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $5697
  • Medium format
  • Top deck display
  • More viewfinder magnification

Compare Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Fujifilm GFX 50S

Canon R5
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $5697
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon R5 vs Fujifilm GFX 50S

Compared to Hasselblad X1D II

Fujifilm GFX 50R
Hasselblad X1D II
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Built-in GPS
  • Higher max flash sync

Compare Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Hasselblad X1D II

Canon R5
Hasselblad X1D II
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon R5 vs Hasselblad X1D II

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Fujifilm GFX 50R
Nikon Z7 II
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon Z7 II

Canon R5
Nikon Z7 II
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compare Canon R5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Compared to Sony A1

Fujifilm GFX 50R
Sony A1
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
  • $5831
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony A1

Canon R5
Sony A1
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $5831
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC

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