Fujifilm launches the GFX100S II, the new mirrorless digital camera in GFX series

FUJIFILM Corporation has announced the launch of the latest model of its mirrorless digital camera GFX series, the FUJIFILM GFX100S II, equipped with a large format sensor approximately 1.7 times larger than a 35mm fullframe sensor.

The GFX100S II comes with a newly developed 102MP high-speed sensor, the GFX 102MP CMOS II, and the latest high-speed image processing engine, the X-Processor 5, all housed within a compact body weighing approximately 883g including battery and memory card. This mirrorless digital camera, which is the lightest of the GFX series, allows photographers to easily enjoy an extraordinary level of image quality. 

The GFX100S II not only offers rich tonal expression and three-dimensional rendering capabilities, made possible by the unique characteristics of the large format sensor, but it also features AI-based subject detection, greatly evolving from its predecessor, the FUJIFILM GFX100S. 

With its fast and highly precise AF and improved continuous shooting speed of up to 7.0 frames per second2 , it can accurately capture moving subjects like never before. The in-body image stabilisation (IBIS) function has also been enhanced, achieving a maximum of eight-stop3 five-axis performance, the best in its series. 

With these features packed into a lightweight and compact body, photographers can enjoy the extraordinary image quality of GFX in a wide range of scenes. 

In terms of video performance, users can shoot vibrant and smooth 4K/30P videos, allowing for high-quality video production. 

The GFX100S II provides not only professional photographers, but also hobbyists who want to explore the world of large format photography, with overwhelming image rendering capabilities and improved mobility. 

GFX100S II Product Features

Some of the great product features you need to know about the GFX100S II include:

102MP Large Format Sensor

Equipped with the newly developed 102MP large format sensor "GFX 102MP CMOS II" and the latest high-speed image processing engine "X-Processor 5", the GFX100S II brings out breathtaking resolution. Additionally, it accurately depicts captured scenery down to the finest details through a combination of color reproduction technology nurtured over many years with photo film.

It is also equipped with the "Pixel Shift Multi-Shot" feature, which controls the in-body image stabilization function with high precision to shift the image sensor while capturing photos.

Powerful IBIS mechanism in a compact body

With a meticulously designed IBIS unit and a combination of gyro and acceleration sensors that accurately capture even the slightest movement, along with the use of image information to detect shake and improve correction precision, it achieves up to eight-stop five-axis stabilisation performance. You can comfortably capture shots even in low-light scenes without a tripod.

While evolving its features, the body size has been kept compact, with a height of approximately 104mm and a depth of approximately 87mm, similar to previous models. The weight has also been reduced further from the previous version, achieving a weight of approximately 883g, making it the lightest among the "GFX series" models equipped with a 102 MP large format sensor.

Evolved high-speed, high-precision AF and continuous shooting performance

In addition to the evolved face and eye AF achieved through algorithm advancements, it is equipped with AI based subject detection AF developed with deep learning technology. It can detect animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, airplanes, trains, insects, and drones. 

With the ability to automatically track the intended subject while maintaining focus, you can focus on capturing the perfect shot and composition. Furthermore, it features an improved AF predictive algorithm compared to previous models, enabling it to handle high-speed motion tracking situations effectively.

4K/30P video recording capability

Thanks to the new development of the "GFX 102MP CMOS II", the standard ISO100 is available in the video mode to deliver even higher image quality in video footage 

It is equipped with a tracking AF function during video recording. When using AF-C + Wide/Tracking AF, you can easily capture the intended subject even in situations where multiple subjects are present by simply touching the subject you want to track 

Realize smooth 4K video recording at 30 frames per second. It is capable of recording in 4K/30P 4:2:2 10bit on the camera's internal SD card. Additionally, it is possible to record using Apple ProRes7 by connecting an external SSD via a USB Type-C cable.

Images shot by the FUJIFILM GFX100S II

FUJIFILM GFX100S II price

The GFX100S II has an indicative price of $9699 (body only) and can now be purchased in black from authorised FUJIFILM dealers nationwide. For more details about the FUJIFILM GFX100S II, click here.

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