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Canon EOS R5 — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R5

full-frame · 2020

92
/ 100
From $3,899
VS
Fujifilm GFX 100S wins by 1
Fujifilm GFX 100S — medium format · 2021
Fujifilm

Fujifilm GFX 100S

medium format · 2021

93
/ 100
From $5,999
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm GFX 100S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R5 lands at 92 and Fujifilm GFX 100S at 93. That puts Fujifilm GFX 100S ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R5 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Fujifilm GFX 100S if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Tie

Compared on the photo sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Video

Tie

Compared on the video sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Canon EOS R5

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS R5 more score per dollar ($3,899 vs $5,999).

Canon EOS R5 92
vs
93 Fujifilm GFX 100S

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R5
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm GFX 100S
93
photo 93
video 89
autofocus 91
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R5 versus Fujifilm GFX 100S — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R5 Fujifilm GFX 100S
Format
full-frame
medium format
Release year
2020
2021

Canon EOS R5

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Fujifilm GFX 100S

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Canon EOS R5 vs Fujifilm GFX 100S

Which is better, Canon EOS R5 or Fujifilm GFX 100S? +

Fujifilm GFX 100S scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R5 worth the price? +

At $3,899, Canon EOS R5 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Is Fujifilm GFX 100S worth the price? +

At $5,999, Fujifilm GFX 100S delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in photo.

Does Canon EOS R5 or Fujifilm GFX 100S last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Canon EOS R5 or Fujifilm GFX 100S? +

Canon EOS R5 — more score per dollar ($3,899 vs $5,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.