Those are bold claims for a title indeed, but as photographers we all have the opportunity to try out different brands to see which one best meets our individual needs. mine. So when it comes to withdrawing your hard earned money for something like this, you want to make sure you’re making the right decision. I also want to say at the outset, although this is a very positive review of the camera, I did not expect it to be as good.
With exceptionally rich, detailed images in a compact and lightweight body, Fujifilm GFX100S is a remarkable camera and complements the medium format world. With an impressive 102-megapixel sensor, this camera sets new standards for high-resolution photography. If you’re looking for highly detailed images in a compelling combination of portability, performance and user-friendly features, you won’t be satisfied with this camera.
Specifications
Smaller, lighter, and more affordable than the GFX100, the camera still packs some premium specs:
- 102 MP BSI-CMOS medium format sensor 44 x 33mm
- Image stabilization system with up to 6 stops of compensation
- Continuous shooting up to 5 fps with C-AF
- Up to 30p 4K video with 10-bit 4:2:2 HDMI output or 12-bit Raw footage
- Dual-axis tilting rear touchscreen with 2.36 million-dot resolution
- Fixed 3.69 million dot OLED EVF
- Lossless, lossless, or uncompressed raw format in 16 or 14 bit format
- 400 MP multi-shot mode for still subjects
- Dual SD card slots
Quality build
The camera is a solid magnesium alloy construction, weighing 900 g, with a deep grip and a smaller DSLR-style body, unlike its big brother, the camera. GFX100. Weatherproof in 60 different locations, the camera can operate in extreme conditions and in temperatures as low as -10 °C. Admittedly and fortunately, I haven’t had a chance to test it in colder climates, but I have tested it during heavy rains with no problems.
Measuring 150 x 104 x 87 mm, the camera is very compact for a medium format camera and is very similar in size and style to a DSLR. In fact, the new Nikon Z8 is very similar in size, at 144 x 119 x 83 mm, but weighs 10 g more.
With 3.69 million-dot OLED EVF, images are clear and sharp. With a good depth of grip, you won’t feel like you can drop the camera at any time. The battery life is good, although I always carry two with me, because after about 5-6 hours of continuous shooting don’t mind you, the battery is almost empty. Considering the camera specs, I’m really surprised it didn’t run out sooner.
Efficiency
The camera itself works perfectly in all it does. The rear LCD is as sharp and tilts as you’d expect, useful for low shots, The top function screen is bright when projecting settings, it happens to be always-on – useful when Pick up your camera for a quick snap. The top 1.8-inch LCD is also programmable, allowing you to have different information at hand, whatever your preferences are. There are very few buttons and dials on the camera body to set everything up and not make you squirm around to take a photo.
Like other Fuji menus, the system is clean and easy to navigate, and like most cameras these days, you can save your favorite settings to your own menus. 
Fuji color science is very clear in GFX100S, as the camera produces vibrant, impressive images with excellent tonal range and rich colors. There’s also a wide range of movie emulations, including the popular Acros and Classic Chrome, and a range of aspect ratios, including my personal favorite, 65:24. With more powerful image stabilization and a 102 MP BSI CMOS sensor borrowed from the GFX 100, you can expect great image quality and you won’t go wrong; The pictures are very detailed.
The autofocus is fast, but I can’t say it’s the fastest, although that doesn’t hurt the camera, as I’m testing it on the subject I shoot the most, the landscape. Here, it worked exactly as I expected and never once lost focus or jumped to another subject in the scene. I tried a few other subjects and again, the resulting image was the most impressive in terms of image quality and detail captured. So while the title suggests the best landscape camera, it’s actually a very versatile camera and now I wish I had tried taking some portraits with it as well.
pros
- 102 MP . sensor
- 60 weather sealing points
- Smaller DSLR-style body
- deep handle
- Rich detailed images
Defect
Perhaps for most people, price is the most important thing, but considering a medium format camera about 7 years ago would have been at best $10,000, this is a great deal. The weight of the camera and lens combined when hiking can also be frustrating, but consider the visual reward you get from Fujifilm GFX100SI think it’s worth it.
Conclusion
I was lucky enough to spend a month using the camera with three lenses, GF 23mm f/4 R LM WRsthe GF 20-35mm f/4 R WRand GF 45-100mm f/4 R LM OIS WR, each of which I will cover in other reviews. Do I take all three lenses with me on any long trips? No, but I’ve been wearing two at a time quite often and after a while have noticed the weight, but nothing hard to control considering the back image. Is a month long enough to claim the title of the paper? You’ll probably say no, and all I can say is that you just need to know if something feels right.
I can’t fault something I can’t find fault with, so I won’t even try. I’m completely satisfied using it and knowing it returns great, detailed images every time I use it gives me great peace of mind. Sure, with a 102 MP sensor, you know it’ll do it, but how well it does it is unbelievable. If you are a landscape photographer, I am 100% sure that you will be impressed by the images this camera produces. Try one for yourself.
This is a no-nonsense positive review about Fujifilm GFX100S and yes, I’m a huge fan of Fuji, but I’ve taken an unbiased review approach to this camera, even though I’m excited to give it a try. But honestly, I didn’t expect the build quality, ease of use, performance, and superbly detailed images that the camera and all the lenses I used with it would return. For me, the camera system is nothing to think negatively about. Sure, you could say heavy, but at 900g it’s really not that heavy and is portable for everyday use. On longer hikes, you’ll probably have to consider what you bring with you, but the results are worth considering. In fact, the Nikon D850 weighs more than 15 grams. However, add in the GF lenses and it’s another ballgame, as this quality of glass comes at a price in terms of weight and cost. If you’re currently shooting with this camera system, you know the results are worth it.
As I write this conclusion, I actually found a negative about the system, an extremely selfish negative, in that I can’t afford it right now.
