Fujifilm GFX 100 II

The mirrorless system camera is the most advanced camera in the GFX series, especially prized for the unprecedented image quality of its large-format sensor*¹, which is 1.7 times larger than a conventional 35mm ("full-frame") sensor.

The GFX100 II represents the logical evolution of the previous flagship model*² and meets the highest demands in professional photography and video production. It features outstanding image quality with rich tonal values and clear plasticity, as well as a remarkable increase in performance in continuous shooting, autofocus and video recording.

The camera is equipped with the newly developed GFX 102 megapixel CMOS II HS sensor and the powerful X-Processor 5, and processes sensor data twice as fast as the previous model*². It also features Scene Recognition AF based on Deep Learning technology, and is the first camera in the GFX series to have an advanced AF algorithm for calculating anticipated subject movement.

Continuous shooting speed has been increased from the current*_² five frames per second to eight frames per second*³. The new camera is thus particularly recommended for use in reportage and sports photography. Improved image quality has been achieved by the introduction of ISO 80 as the standard sensitivity, and a new film simulation can be selected with "REALA ACE".

The new image sensor enables expanded video functions. The GFX100 II films internally in 4K 10-bit 4:2:2 up to 60p and is the first GFX camera to support 8K video recording up to 30p. In addition, various lens types and associated recording formats are supported.

The GFX100 II offers improved hardware features and advanced workflow functions. The camera features a five-axis image stabilizer (IBIS) that provides a sharpness advantage of up to eight EV stops*⁴ and a high-resolution viewfinder with 9.44 million pixels and 1.0x magnification. The body features an Ethernet port, as well as HDMI Type A and USB-C ports for additional connectivity. New design features include a larger sub-display with improved graphical user interface, a slightly tilted top, and a more grippy body shell. The camera also supports the Frame.io | Camera to Cloud service and timecode synchronization with ATOMOS AirGlu BT*⁵.

Fast GFX 102-megapixel CMOS II HS sensor
The GFX100 II features the newly developed GFX 102-megapixel CMOS II HS sensor, which achieves twice the signal processing speed of the previous model and continuous shooting at up to eight frames per second. An expanded buffer memory ensures speedy operation when shooting series of images in rapid succession. With the new camera, dynamic subjects can be captured at the decisive moment and in impressive image quality. The GFX system is now also suitable for professional use in reportage and sports photography.

The sensor has a new pixel structure that enables higher saturation and thus a low standard sensitivity of ISO 80. Unlike its predecessor*², the GFX100 II offers a wider dynamic range and better noise performance.*⁶

The sensor's microlenses have been optimized to increase light output at the edges of the image. This results in increased imaging performance and more precise automatic focusing in the peripheral areas.

High-resolution electronic viewfinder
The camera is equipped with an electronic viewfinder with 9.44 million pixels and 1.0x magnification. The viewfinder image is also optimally corrected and free of parallax errors and distortion that otherwise typically appear with changes in eye position. A high frame rate of around 120 frames per second ensures a smooth image impression even during fast movements.

Intelligent Autofocus
An advanced AF algorithm not only ensures improved automatic focusing on the face and eyes, but also enables subject detection autofocus based on deep learning technology. Thanks to powerful artificial intelligence, the camera can also detect animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, airplanes, trains, insects and drones*⁷. The detected subject is automatically tracked and kept in focus. The advanced AF algorithm calculates the subject's movements in advance, so the camera reliably keeps even dynamic and fast moving subjects in focus

The photographer can fully concentrate on the moment and the composition of the image.
In "Zone" AF mode, the selected focus area can now be adapted to the specific shooting situation to achieve even more precise focusing.

Advanced shooting functions
With the "Pixel Shift Multi-Shot" function, the camera successively captures 16 high-resolution RAW images in raw format, shifting the image sensor by 0.5 pixels after each exposure. The resulting individual photos can be combined into a single image file with a resolution of up to 400 megapixels using the "Pixel Shift Combiner" software. This function is particularly interesting for professional archiving, the digitization of cultural assets and for product and food photography.

The GFX100 II offers a total of 20 film simulations, including the new, versatile "REALA ACE" mode for natural color reproduction and high-contrast tonality. The camera also supports the future-proof HEIF image format, which delivers 10-bit image files that are up to 30 percent smaller than standard JPEG files.

Professional Video Features
The new sensor allows internal recording of 4K/60p and 8K/30p video with lifelike 10-bit 4:2:2 color reproduction. The new image sensor also shortens the readout speed for video recording, eliminating annoying rolling shutter effects and allowing fast motion to be recorded naturally. Furthermore, a sensor sensitivity of ISO 100 can now be used for video recording, resulting in even higher image quality.

The GFX100 II supports various video codecs, including Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422 and Apple ProRes 422 LT.*⁸ For workflow optimization, a proxy video with reduced image quality can be saved in parallel to the ProRes recording.

The new Video Format mode allows Premista, 35mm and Anamorphic 35mm lenses to be used on the camera. In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts the framing to ensure optimal capture quality.

Tracking AF is now available during video capture. The subject to be tracked can be selected directly via the touchscreen during recording in "AF-C + Wide/Tracking" mode. As a result, the camera reliably keeps the subject in focus, even if there are multiple subjects in the frame.

The GFX100 II is the first camera in the GFX series to record video in F-Log2 mode with a dynamic range of more than 14 EV levels*⁹. The resulting video offers more creative freedom in post-production than the previous F-Log mode.

In combination with the compatible ATOMOS NINJA V+ and Blackmagic Design Video Assist 12G external HDMI recorders, 12-bit RAW video files can also be recorded. These can be saved as Apple ProRes RAW or Blackmagic RAW in up to 8K with frame rates up to 29.97 frames per second.

The camera supports wireless timecode synchronization with ATOMOS AirGlu BT*⁵ and can thus be integrated into professional video production systems. The timecode can be synchronized between multiple compatible cameras. In addition, there are other new video functions, such as waveform display, vectorscope display, Focus Map focus assistant, and F-Log2 D-range priority mode*¹⁰.

Wide range of expansion options
The GFX100 II offers numerous interfaces, ensuring the camera's connectivity to external devices and networks. The camera body is equipped with an Ethernet port, HDMI Type A and USB-C ports, among others.

An external SSD can be connected via USB-C and used as a storage medium. Regardless of the shooting mode or format, photos and videos, including 4K/60p and 8K/30p, can be stored directly on the SSD.*¹¹

The camera supports the cloud service "Frame.io | Camera to Cloud". Photos, Apple ProRes proxy files, and many other video formats can be uploaded directly to Frame.io, making the workflow from shooting to editing much easier.

The camera has two card slots for CFexpress Type B and SD cards. When using a fast CFexpress Type B card, the maximum video performance of the GFX100 II can be utilized.^{*12 *13}

IPTC metadata*¹⁴ can be saved in the image files directly when shooting. The metadata can be checked and edited using the new FUJIFILM XApp on a smartphone or tablet.

Integrated Image Stabilizer
The GFX100 II is equipped with an advanced Integrated Image Stabilizer (IBIS). This uses information supplied by the image sensor to provide even better stabilization. Up to eight EV stops*⁴ longer exposure times can be compensated, more than with any other FUJIFILM camera. Even in very low-light conditions, such as night scenes, sharp freehand image results are achieved. In addition, the IBIS mechanism, which allows pixel-precise shifting of the image sensor, enables highly detailed multi-shot images to be captured at a resolution of approximately 400 megapixels.

Advanced Handling Concept
The design of the camera body has been revised at several points to further improve the handling of the camera. The camera has a casing made of non-slip BISHAMON-TEX*¹⁵ so that it can be held securely in a wide variety of grip positions. The top is tilted back slightly to make the controls easier to read. The sub-display is larger and the graphical user interface is even clearer.

The arrangement of the controls has also been optimized. There are now three function buttons on the top of the grip to allow faster adjustment of camera settings when shooting conditions change.

*1 The image sensor measures 43.8 mm × 32.9 mm and has a diagonal of 55 mm. The sensor area is approximately 1.7 times larger than that of a 35mm sensor.
*2 Compared to the FUJIFILM GFX100S.
*3 When using the mechanical shutter.
*4 When used with the FUJINON F 63mm F2.8 R WR. Measured according to CIPA standards along the transverse and vertical axes.
*5 AirGlu is a trademark and registered trademark of Atomos.
*6 When recording with 16-bit RAW.
*7 Use the "Bird" setting for insect detection and the "Aircraft" setting for drone detection.
*8 Apple ProRes is a trademark of Apple Inc. registered in the United States and other countries.
*9 When using "F-Log2 D Range Priority" mode; according to FUJIFILM internal measurements.
*10 Available in GF/Premista mode at DCI4K/4K and 29.97P/25P/24P/23.98P. Rolling shutter effect may occur in some circumstances.
*11 Depending on the SSD type, there are some modes and formats that cannot be recorded. Please check the compatibility list for SSD.
*12 CFexpress is a trademark or registered trademark of CompactFlash Association,
*13 See FUJIFILM's website for a list of compatible cards that have been confirmed to work properly.
*14 IPTC metadata refers to metadata contained in digital images that conforms to standards set by the IPTC (International Press Telecommunications Council).
*15 BISHAMON-TEX is a trademark or registered trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.