Fuji Flavours

Sensor generation · 2016

GFX

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

GFX 50R camera body
Resolution
51MP/102MP
Since
2016
Recipes
94

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 distant view of a rural landscape with mountains and a building, seen over a highway guardrail.
Classic Chrome · X-Trans IV

Reggie's Portra

Gentle colour shifts with subtle grain create a tranquil and nostalgic atmosphere, ideal for capturing rural scenes.

A colorful blue teapot with geometric patterns on a table, surrounded by vibrant chairs and woven wall decor.
Classic Chrome · X-Trans IV

Retro Gold Low Contrast

Gentle grain with a warm colour cast creates a calm mood for travel and street shots, working beautifully both indoors and outdoors.

A tall observation tower against a clear blue sky.
Reala Ace · X-Trans V

Retro Negative

Subtle green and blue hues enhance skin tones beautifully, offering a calm and vibrant look for daily portraits.

A vendor in an orange shirt stands behind a colorful fruit stall with various fruits and drinks.
Eterna · X-Trans IV

Santa Color

Shadows melt into vibrant hues for a cinematic touch. Perfect for calm, nostalgic scenes on X-Trans IV sensors.

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Classic Negative · X-Trans IV

Scanned Superia

Soft, nostalgic tones with a subtle grain for a timeless feel

Close-up of a vintage red convertible car with a soft top, showcasing its interior and dashboard.
Classic Negative · X-Trans IV

September Summer

Earthy hues with subtle contrast bring a nostalgic warmth to urban images.

A traditional house with a red-tiled roof surrounded by palm trees and a grassy area.
Provia · X-Trans IV

Standard Film

Balanced contrast with a gentle warmth, ideal for capturing everyday moments in calm outdoor or serene settings.

A multi-story building with arched windows and a tower, surrounded by urban structures.
Reala Ace · X-Trans V

Summer Sun

Warmth enhances skin tones beautifully, ideal for daily portraits. Subtle grain lends texture without overpowering.

A floral-covered Emirates airplane surrounded by colorful flowers in a bright outdoor setting.
Nostalgic Neg. · X-Trans V

Summer of 1960

Hazy pastels and gentle grain transport you to a vintage summer's day.

Close-up of a textured adobe wall with decorative latticework against a clear blue sky.
Classic Negative · X-Trans V

Superia Negative

Subdued shadows paired with rich hues create an inviting calm for urban exploration.

A pendant light fixture with a vintage bulb hanging in a cozy indoor setting.
Classic Negative · X-Trans V

Superia Xtra 400

Retro-inspired hues and fine grain evoke nostalgia, perfect for photographing cityscapes in overcast conditions.

View of a modern architectural structure with a pathway leading towards tall buildings in the background.
Classic Chrome · X-Trans V

Texas Sun

Warm tones with a hint of grit, capturing the vibrant essence of sunlit streets. Perfect for urban architecture and everyday moments.

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.