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Fujifilm GFX 100S Review

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The Fujifilm GFX 100S is a compact and lightweight medium format camera that offers excellent image quality and high resolution. The autofocus is effective and the image stabilization system works very well, allowing for handheld shooting at slow shutter speeds. The camera also features a nostalgic neg film mode, providing warm tones and a subtle shift in color. The video capabilities have been improved, making it a very capable option for video recording. Overall, this camera offers top-notch image quality, effective autofocus, and impressive video capabilities in a more compact and affordable package compared to its predecessor.

The Fujifilm GFX 100S delivers top-notch image quality and impressive video capabilities in a more compact and affordable package compared to its predecessor. The autofocus is surprisingly effective, and the image stabilization system allows for handheld shooting at slow shutter speeds.

Pros
  • Top-notch image quality
  • Effective autofocus system
  • Impressive video recording capabilities
  • Compact and lightweight for a medium format camera
Cons
  • Expensive compared to other camera options
  • Limited improvement in EVF resolution from the GFX 100
  • Lack of dedicated battery charger

The nostalgic neg film mode adds a unique touch to the color palette, making it a great option for portrait photography.

The Fujifilm GFX 100S is a compact and lightweight medium format camera that offers excellent image quality and high resolution. With a 100 megapixel sensor, it provides sharp and detailed images, making it a top choice for landscape, architecture, and portrait photography. The autofocus system is surprisingly effective for a medium format camera, particularly the face and eye autofocus, delivering pinpoint accurate focus even with lenses that produce very shallow depth of field. The image stabilization system allows for handheld shooting at slow shutter speeds, maximizing the camera's resolution capabilities. Additionally, the nostalgic neg film mode adds a unique touch to the color palette, making it a great option for portrait photography. The video recording capabilities have also been improved, making the GFX 100S a versatile tool for videographers. It is a more compact and affordable alternative to its predecessor, the GFX 100, delivering similar image quality, impressive video performance, and better ergonomics in a smaller package. Overall, the Fujifilm GFX 100S offers top-notch image quality, effective autofocus, and impressive video capabilities in a more compact and affordable package compared to its predecessor.

The autofocus system, particularly the face and eye autofocus, delivers pinpoint accurate focus even with lenses that produce very shallow depth of field. It's a great feature for portrait photography.

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