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Sensor generation · 2016

GFX

Unleash the potential of medium-format with the GFX Bayer CMOS Sensor.

GFX sensor
Resolution
51MP/102MP
Since
2016
Recipes
77

In short

The GFX Bayer CMOS Sensor is found in GFX cameras like the GFX 100 and GFX 50S. It supports many film simulations, offering unparalleled detail and dynamic range.

The complete toolkit

The GFX Bayer CMOS Sensor, introduced by Fujifilm in 2016, represents a leap into medium-format digital photography. With its 51MP and 102MP resolution variants, this sensor offers a significant increase in surface area over full-frame sensors, measuring 43.8×32.9mm. This increased size provides an expansive dynamic range and remarkable detail capture, making it particularly favoured for studio, landscape, and portrait photography. Cameras such as the GFX 100 and GFX 50S utilise this sensor, celebrated for its ability to render images with superb colour accuracy and depth. Photographers deeply appreciate the GFX sensor’s capacity to transform scenes with extraordinary tonal richness and subtlety.

The GFX generation supports a wide array of film simulations, sharing many with X-Trans bodies. This includes Classic Chrome, Classic Negative, and Eterna, among others. Recipes can be adapted across generations, but the unique characteristics of the larger sensor may lead to subtle differences in rendering. When creating or adapting recipes, consider the increased dynamic range and resolution that the GFX sensor provides.

Recipes from the GFX sensor can be adapted to X-Trans sensors, though differences in sensor size may affect rendering. Most film simulations carry over, but the unique GFX sensor characteristics can alter the final look.

The GFX sensor offers larger sensor size and higher resolution compared to other Fujifilm generations, providing superior image quality.

Film simulations

ProviaVelviaAstiaClassic ChromeClassic NegativeEternaAcros

Available controls

Dynamic RangeGrain EffectWhite Balance shiftHighlightShadowColourSharpnessNoise Reduction

Strengths & limitations

What it nails

  • Exceptional detail and dynamic range
  • Supports high-resolution imaging
  • Wide selection of film simulations
  • Ideal for fine art photography
  • Large sensor size enhances quality

What to watch

  • Larger size, less portable
  • Higher cost
  • May not support latest features

Bodies on this sensor

All cameras

Recipes for GFX

A man sitting on a traditional wooden boat by the water, with city buildings in the background.
Classic Chrome · X-Trans IV

Portra Sol Chrome

Subtle tones with deep shadows create a tranquil warmth, ideal for street and travel scenes.

A serene outdoor café setting with wooden tables and benches surrounded by greenery.
Classic Chrome · X-Trans V

Quiet Portra 170

Soft film-like tones with gentle warmth and subtle grain texture. Perfect for capturing the essence of everyday life.

A long corridor with arches and lamps, featuring benches and a tiled floor in black and white.Premium
Acros · X-Trans IV

Kodak Silver Mono

High-contrast monochrome with a hint of grain, ideal for capturing urban lines and textures.

A vintage fan mounted on a greenhouse ceiling, surrounded by a white canopy and dark background.
PRO Neg. Std · X-Trans IV

Warm Amber

Strong grain with a warm colour cast evokes dreamy nostalgia, perfect for capturing serene portraiture.

A vibrant beach market scene with colorful stalls and people browsing in warm evening light.Premium
Classic Chrome · X-Trans V

Kodak Atelier Reserve

Large grain and a nostalgic hue reminiscent of expired film. Ideal for capturing urban architecture and daily moments.

View of a city skyline with tall buildings and a clear blue sky in the background.
Velvia · X-Trans IV

Kodak Vivid Slide

Enhance outdoor shots with vivid contrasts and lush colours. Perfect for capturing energetic landscapes.

A drummer energetically playing on stage with colorful visuals in the background.
PRO Neg. Hi · X-Trans IV

Night Studio Tone

Dreamlike portraits emerge with soft highlights and moody blue hues throughout.

Architectural details of a traditional building with arches and wooden beams against a cloudy sky.
Monochrome · X-Trans IV

Fine Grain Mono

Achieve a classic monochrome look with fine grain and a balanced contrast that enhances architectural details.

A display of teddy bears on a red backdrop with decorative elements and hats in the background.
Classic Negative · X-Trans V

Fuji HG Cool Tone

Subtle grain meets balanced colour and strong contrast, ideal for urban exploration.

A stylish coffee setup on a wooden table featuring various cups, a coffee maker, and decorative plants.Premium
Nostalgic Neg. · X-Trans V

Midnight Filament

Grainy textures and a serene glow wrap your scenes in calm. Perfect for ethereal street captures after dark.

A small kiosk with a sign, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings in the background.Premium
Eterna · X-Trans V

Cinema Ash Light

Embrace a cinematic vibe with rich tones and subtle grain.

A minimalist still-life arrangement featuring wooden decor items on a table with a plant in the background.
Eterna · X-Trans V

Muted Halo Stock

Large, textured grain with a cool, balanced colour cast lends a dreamy quality to indoor and night scenes.

Key terms

Medium FormatBayer PatternDynamic RangeFilm SimulationsSee the glossary

Explore more GFX recipes

The cameras built on the GFX sensor, the film simulations they run, and the other Fujifilm sensor generations.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras use the GFX sensor?

The GFX sensor is used in cameras like the GFX 100, GFX 50S, and GFX 50R, offering medium-format quality.

What's special about the GFX sensor?

The GFX sensor is notable for its larger medium-format size, 51MP/102MP resolution, and exceptional image quality with rich detail.

How do GFX recipes work cross-generation?

GFX recipes can be adapted to X-Trans sensors, maintaining most film simulations, though rendering may differ due to sensor size.
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