Fujifilm’s one big goal when designing the new GFX100RF was to make it as compact as possible. So let’s check how the new camera compares with other models:
GFX100RF vs GFX 50R (the smallest interchangeable medium format camera to date):
FUJIFILM GFX100RF introduced: Premium compact camera with 102 megapixels
With the GFX100RF, Fujifilm has launched its first A premium compact camera in the GFX series has been introduced. Combining a 102-megapixel medium format sensor with a fixed 35mm lens (equivalent to 28mm in 35mm film, f/4), the model brings the image quality of the GFX system into a more compact body – and competes with other premium compacts such as the Leica Q3.
Weighing just 735 grams, the GFX100RF is the lightest camera in the series to date. The new X-Processor 5 is designed to enable fast image processing, while AI-assisted subject recognition ensures precise focusing.
The lens offers a minimum focusing distance of 20 cm, enabling close-up shots with great detail. Additionally, the focal length can be digitally extended to 45 mm, 63 mm, and 80 mm (equivalent to 36 mm, 50 mm, and 63 mm in 35mm film).
A dial on the back allows users to choose between nine different aspect ratios, including 3:2, 16:9, 1:1, and 17:6. The camera also features a built-in four-stop ND filter and supports Frame.ioCamera to Cloud for direct file backup.
The FUJIFILM GFX100RF will be available in black or silver from April 2025 for €5,499 (MSRP). Further information is available at: www.fujifilm-x.com.
Fujifilm Press Release:
Design highlight: FUJIFILM GFX100RF: Premium compact camera with 102-megapixel sensor and AI-based scene recognition
Kleve, March 20, 2025. The new FUJIFILM GFX100RF is the first premium compact camera in the GFX series. Weighing approximately 735 grams*1, it is the lightest model*2 to date in the successful camera system*3, which combines technology and design at the highest level. FUJIFILM is thus once again setting a milestone in the advancement of photographic culture.
The GFX100RF is the ideal choice for anyone who desires a first-class shooting experience and uncompromising image quality. Equipped with the high-resolution 102-megapixel “GFX 102MP CMOS II” sensor and the latest high-speed X-Processor 5 image processor, the camera offers exceptional performance. The newly developed 35 mm lens (equivalent to 28 mm in 35 mm) with a maximum aperture of F4, AI-based scene recognition, and fast autofocus ensure high-quality images in a wide variety of shooting situations – from casual snapshots to professional reportage.
The camera structure has been fundamentally redesigned. The lens is positioned closer to the image sensor. This keeps the design compact and lightweight despite the large sensor. The top plate of the GFX100RF is precision-crafted from aluminum. The high-quality workmanship is also evident in the lens ring, control dials, and base plate.
A new control dial on the back of the camera allows for quick switching between nine classic aspect ratios, including 3:4 and 17:6. It provides an authentic analogue shooting experience and allows you to intuitively adjust the aspect ratio to suit your subject and creative intent.
The GFX100RF’s elegant design and first-class feel invite you to get creative and explore new photographic possibilities.
The FUJIFILM GFX100RF will be available in stores from April 2025 at a price of €5,499 (MSRP).
COMPACT DESIGN AND OUTSTANDING IMAGE QUALITY
Weighing approximately 735 grams*1, the GFX100RF is the lightest camera in the GFX series.*2 The newly developed 35 mm lens and optimized component layout have reduced both size and weight. The new fixed focal length camera weighs significantly less than the previous lightest model in the GFX series, the GFX50R, at 775 grams*1 (body only).
The GFX100RF is equipped with a high-tech duo of the GFX 102MP CMOS II sensor and X-Processor 5. Together with the high-quality lens and unique color technology, it delivers the outstanding image quality typical of the GFX series. The 102-megapixel sensor with optimized pixel structure and microlenses ensures low-noise images, a wide dynamic range, and sharper details at the edges of the image. It also ensures precise autofocus.
HIGH-END OPTICAL COMPONENTS
The new 35 mm lens on the GFX100RF offers an angle of view comparable to a 28 mm 35 mm lens. It is suitable for a wide range of subjects, such as landscapes, travel, snapshots, and portraits. The optical design comprises ten elements in eight groups. Two aspherical lenses correct sharpness errors and distortion, ensuring high resolution. The Nano-GI coating was specially developed for highly curved lenses. It effectively suppresses distracting light reflections, even at the edges of the image, which reduce sharpness and detail reproduction.
The lens enables close-up shots from just 20 centimeters away. The compact body and the outstanding image quality of the sensor open up unique creative possibilities.
HIGH-QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AND INNOVATIVE FEATURES
The top plate of the GFX100RF is made of precision-machined aluminum. The lens ring, control dials, base plate, and other details are also carefully crafted, ensuring a high-quality feel and a distinctive design.
A new control dial on the back of the camera allows for quick changes in the shooting format. Depending on the subject and creative expression, you can choose from nine popular aspect ratios for photos, including the new 3:4 and 17:6 formats.
The digital teleconverter adjustment lever is located on the front of the camera. This allows you to intuitively select the desired angle of view and respond flexibly to different shooting situations. The 35 mm focal length (equivalent to 28 mm in 35 mm format) can be converted to 45 mm, 63 mm, and 80 mm (equivalent to 36 mm, 50 mm, and 63 mm in 35 mm format).
SOPHISTICATED TECHNOLOGY AND FUNCTIONALITY
The GFX100RF’s fixed focal length contributes significantly to the camera’s compact size. It allows the use of a leaf shutter instead of a focal plane shutter, thus shortening the flange focal distance. This creates space for the optimized arrangement of the components and the resulting compact design. The leaf shutter also allows flash photography at any shutter speed, opening up new creative possibilities, for example, when shooting in bright sunlight.
The GFX100RF is the first GFX model with a built-in four-stop ND filter. This neutral density filter facilitates shooting with a wide aperture in bright light or at a slow shutter speed.
The camera is compatible with the Frame.io Camera to Cloud service. Photo and video files can be uploaded directly to Frame.io, significantly accelerating the workflow from capture to editing.
ADVANCED MONITOR AND VIEWFINDER
The new 8 cm (3.15-inch), 2.1 million-dot, tilting LCD monitor features a redesigned user interface. To ensure an optimal shooting experience, the display of the shooting icons has been adjusted to the 3:2 aspect ratio of the monitor. The high-resolution electronic viewfinder with 5.76 million pixels and 0.84x magnification delivers an optimally corrected image and offers the best possible view of the subject.
The new Surround View function limits the shooting zone with semi-transparent areas or lines, depending on the aspect ratio. A lever can be used to turn this function on or off while looking through the electronic viewfinder, simulating an optical viewfinder with a bright frame that reveals more than just the actual image.
FAST AND PRECISE AUTOFOCUS
Whether for photos or videos, the GFX100RF offers high autofocus performance, ensuring a comfortable shooting experience. A modified algorithm enables improved autofocus prediction and more accurate face and eye detection. The camera also features AI-based subject recognition. Deep learning technology enables precise detection and focus of animals, vehicles, birds, and aircraft. In video mode, subjects can be tracked even more easily using touch controls.
4K QUALITY VIDEOS
The GFX100RF can record high-resolution 4K videos at 30 frames per second and 4:2:2 10-bit color depth. The default ISO setting of 100 enables recordings with a wide dynamic range and low noise. In F-Log2 mode, moving images are recorded with a dynamic range of more than 13 EV stops*4. The resulting video footage offers considerable creative freedom in post-production.
STYLISH ACCESSORIES
An aluminum lens hood and the PRF-49 protective filter are included. The filter, which is attached with a special adapter ring, provides exceptional weather resistance. The GFX100RF can therefore be used in both light rain and dusty environments.
A shoulder strap, like the precision-crafted lens hood, also complements the camera’s elegant design.
*1 Weight includes battery and memory card.
*2 As of March 20, 2025
*3 With a diagonal of 55 mm (43.8 mm wide x 32.9 mm high), the image sensor area is approximately 1.7 times larger than that of a 35mm format camera.
*4 FUJIFILM’s own measurements.
FUJIFILM GFX100RF
Price: €5,499
Available: April 2025
Color: Black or Silver
Dpreview had a chat with Ricoh/Pentax managers at the CP+ show. Here are a couple of interesting statements:
Ricoh GR success:
“The total number of compact cameras has largely decreased over the years, but for unique products, which can attract the creative people, especially from the younger generation, I believe the market trend is to increase. Thanks to increased demand for the GR series, there’s a slight shortage of supply on a worldwide basis. So we have to put our resources into making sure supply catches up with that demand. That’s the first priority as a brand, we believe.”
About the future Ricoh GR4:
We have conducted a lot of research in many countries. A lot of research tells us many users request built-in flash and that they are using small flashes, including 3rd party products, because we dropped the flash feature between GR II and GR III. So we know that a lot of people want flash, if it can be packed into the very small size of the GR III. These things are in conflict, though. Because people want improvements in all three areas, plus flash. If we want to make the image quality better, the body might become bigger, or if we use a more powerful processor to improve the speed and responsiveness, that would require a bigger battery, but the battery endurance should also be longer.
About a possible monochrome GR camera:
The K-3 Mark III Monochrome got a nice reaction from users. To be frank, more than our expectations. Our research says a lot of GR users are waiting for the release of a monochrome compact camera. Of course that dedicated number is smaller than for other products. But at the moment there’s only Leica, which is extremely expensive. If we released such a camera, I think we can appeal to them.
It really sounds like a monochrome GR camera could be coming soon!
One more hint:
Ricoh GR Ambassador Samuel Lintaro hinted that in 2026 Ricoh will have a much bigger booth….maybe GR4 coming in early 2026?
According to the highly reliable source How2Fly Nikon will announce the new Z5II in April. Rumor has it the new camera specs will be based on the Nikon ZF.
Fujifilm just posted this teaser image for the launch fo a new camera on March 20. Of course we know this is going to be the GFX100RF medium format fixed lens camera as Fujirumors has already leaked the images and specs :)
