I shoot with both a Fujifilm GFX 50S and a Fujifilm X100F, and I often find myself torn between the two. I want the versatility, portability, and convenience of the compact X100F but with the medium format sensor and image quality of the GFX – which leads me to what I think is one of the most underrated cameras of recent times – the Fujifilm GFX 50R.
For years, compact cameras have been synonymous with speed and convenience, while medium format has traditionally been slow and methodical. Autofocus has often lagged behind full-frame and APS-C systems, and shooting with these cameras has required a more deliberate approach. However, Fujifilm’s latest advancements have changed the game. The new sensor and processor combination found in the GFX 100 II has dramatically improved autofocus speed, processing power, and even video capabilities. Suddenly, medium format is no longer the slow beast it once was; it’s fast, responsive, and versatile.
