Fujifilm has announced the new Fujifilm GFX100S II (buy here). As the successor to the Fuji GFX100S (buy here), it brings upgrades to pretty much every aspect of the camera. It sports a new 102MP sensor, AI autofocus, and even adds ProRes and Blackmagic RAW video.
The new 102MP sensor is accompanied by the new X-Processor 5 image engine. The electronic viewfinder has been upgraded to 5.76 million pixels, with a 3.2″ three-way tilting touchscreen LCD on the back.
Fujifilm GFX100S II – Medium format upgraded
The Fuji GFX100S was a big hit when it launched in 2021. It took a while to come to market after its initial 2018 development announcement, but they got there in the end. Now, we have the GFX100S II, which upgrades pretty much everything.
While it still features the same 102-megapixel resolution, it is an entirely new sensor. The new sensor and X-Processor 5 increase the ISO range to 80-12,800 (40-25,600 extended), with video’s lowest ISO dropping from 200 to 100 for working in brighter conditions.
It also brings up the maximum continuous shooting speed. The electronic shutter bumps up from 2.9fps to 4.1fps, and the mechanical shutter has increased from 5fps to 7fps. It’s also now capable of shooting ProRes and Blackmagic RAW video internally.
Fujifilm GFX100S II Specs
Fujifilm GFX100S IIFujifilm GFX 100S
Sensor102-megapixel 43.8×32.9mm BSI CMOS II sensor102-megapixel 43.8×32.9mm BSI CMOS sensor
FormatMedium FormatMedium Format
Lens MountFujifilm GFujifilm G
IBISYes, up to 8 stopsYes, up to 6 stops
AF pointsUnspecified425 phase detection
ISO sensitivity80-12,800100-12,800
Max shutter speed1/4000 (Mechanical) / 1/16,000 (Electronic) / 1/8000 (Electronic front curtain flash)1/4000 (Mechanical) / 1/16,000 (Electronic) / 1/4000 (Electronic front curtain flash)
Continuous shootingUp to 7fpsUp to 5fps
Viewfinder5.76m-Dot OLED EVF3.69m-dot 0.5″ EVF
LCD3.2″ 2.36m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD2.36m-dot 3-way tilting touchscreen LCD
Internal video modes10-Bit 4:2:0 4K DCI/UHD up to 29.97fps, ProRes, Blackmagic RAW10-Bit 4:2:0 4K DCI/UHD up to 29.97fps
External videoUnspecified10-Bit 4:2:2 or 12-Bit RAW over HDMI
Card slotsDual UHS-II SD card lsotsDual UHS-II SD card lsots
ConnectivityNot specifiedUSB 3.2 Gen 1, WiFi, Bluetooth
Battery2200mAh battery (Fujifilm NP-W235)2200mAh battery (Fujifilm NP-W235)
Dimensions150×104.2×87.2mm150×104.2×87.2mm
Weight883g (with battery and memory)900g (with battery and memory)
Launch Price$4,999$5,999
FUJINON GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens
Along with the new camera, Fujifilm has also announced a new lens, the FUJINON GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens (buy here). This is the longest lens in the Fujifilm X lineup, offering a field of view similar to 400mm on a full-frame camera.
Designed for sports and wildlife, it features six stops of built-in stabilisation, which gets bumped up to 8 when used with the GFX100S II. It has an f/5.6 aperture, which isn’t terribly bright, but given that you’ll mostly be using a lens like this in bright conditions, that’s not going to be too much of an issue. It also keeps the price relatively low.
FUJINON GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens Specs
Focal Length500mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 396mm)
Maximum Aperturef/5.6
Minimum Aperturef/32
Lens MountFUJIFILM G
Format CompatibilityMedium Format
Angle of View6.3°
Minimum Focus Distance9.1′ / 2.8 m
Maximum Magnification0.2x
Optical Design21 Elements in 14 Groups
Diaphragm Blades9, Rounded
Focus TypeAutofocus
Image StabilizationYes, up to 6 stops
Filter Size95 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)104.5 x 246.5mm
Weight1375g
Price and Availability
The Fujifilm GFX100S II is available to pre-order now for $4,999. The FUJINON GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens is available to pre-order now for $3,499. Shipping for both items is slated for June 17th.
