Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm GFX 50R→Fujifilm GFX 50S II

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Fujifilm

GFX 50R

£1,135 used

2018

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

GFX 50S II

£2,929 (+£1,794)

2021

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the GFX 50R. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the GFX 50S II

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	GFX 50R	GFX 50S II
Price	£1,135 used	£2,929
Released	2018	2021	↑
Sensor	51.4MP Medium Format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm)	51.4MP Medium Format GFX 44×33mm BSI CMOS
Resolution	51MP	51MP
Video	1080p/30p	1080p/30p only
Autofocus	Contrast-detect AF, face detection	Contrast-detect AF, 425 points, face and eye detection
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops
Burst Rate	3fps	3fps
Battery Life	~400 shots (CIPA)	~455 shots (CIPA, normal mode)	↑
Weight	690g (body only)	900g (body only)	↓
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.77× magnification	EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.77× magnification
Screen	3.2" tilting touchscreen	3.2" tilting touchscreen
Mount	Fujifilm GFX (G-mount)	Fujifilm G-mount (medium format)
Memory Cards	Dual SD UHS-II slots	Dual SD UHS-II slots

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