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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

Silhouetted skyscrapers against a bright sky in an urban setting.
Classic Chrome · X-Trans V

Old Kodacolor Tone

A subtle mix of muted colours and gentle contrast, topped with soft grain. Ideal for urban street shots.

A colorful shawarma food kiosk by the waterfront with benches and a clear sky.Premium
Astia · X-Trans IV

Astia Alcove

Low-contrast Astia film simulation with strong grain for calm, vibrant indoor portraits.

A castle partially obscured by blooming flowers in a garden setting.
Classic Negative · X-Trans IV

Cassette Print

Dreamy shadows and subdued colours create a relaxed atmosphere perfect for overcast urban exploration.

A decorative garden scene featuring large floral arrangements and water wheels in the background.
Classic Negative · X-Trans IV

Fine Grain Print

Dreamy, nostalgic feel with gentle grain and rich tones. Perfect for moody street and urban captures.

A vintage bicycle adorned with flowers, positioned next to a cozy seating area indoors.Premium
Eterna Bleach Bypass · X-Trans V

Bleached Motion Print

Gritty textures and strong grain create a moody, cinematic feel. Perfect for urban street photography.

A small white delivery vehicle parked on a wet plaza with palm trees and a large building in the background.Premium
Eterna · X-Trans V

Eterna Projection

Classic cinema aesthetics with warm hues and fine grain. Perfect for dramatic urban and outdoor scenes.

Modern architectural building with unique design against a blue sky, surrounded by palm trees.Premium
Classic Chrome · X-Trans V

Elite Faded Chrome

Cool blue hues and strong grain bring a vibrant yet calm atmosphere, ideal for capturing the essence of street and travel photography.

A modern cable-stayed bridge with a tall central pylon against a clear sky.
Classic Chrome · X-Trans IV

Hard Light Chrome

High contrast and intense shadows create a striking urban look. Perfect for street scenes.

A tall street lamp against a pale sky, with a portion of a building visible in the foreground.
Classic Negative · X-Trans V

Vintage Amber

Amber tones with rich shadows and gentle grain. Ideal for overcast urban settings.

A modern circular building with a patterned facade against a clear blue sky.
Eterna Bleach Bypass · X-Trans V

Bleached City Tone

Neutral tones and strong grain craft a distinctive, cinematic urban grit.

A vintage lantern hanging under a canopy with a tower in the background, creating a nostalgic atmosphere.
Sepia · X-Trans IV

Vintage Sepia

Infuse your shots with sepia tones and pronounced grain for a distinctly nostalgic mood.

A black and white image of a vintage lamp mounted on a white wall with a security camera nearby.
Monochrome · X-Trans IV

Clean Mono

Gritty texture with strong grain and deep shadows for a timeless feel.

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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