Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only
medium format · 2023
Nikon Z8
Stacked 45 MP · 8K 60p · Pro hybrid
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only lands at 95 and Nikon Z8 at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Nikon Z8 if…
- ✓Z9 sensor in compact body
- ✓8K 60p RAW internal
- ✓Class-leading EVF
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testVideo
Nikon Z8Compared on the video sub-score
Nikon Z8 leads on video (96 vs 91).
Ergonomics
Nikon Z8Compared on the ergonomics sub-score
Nikon Z8 leads on ergonomics (92 vs 86).
Value for money
Nikon Z8Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Nikon Z8 more score per dollar ($3,999 vs $7,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only | Nikon Z8 |
|---|---|---|
| Format | medium format | — |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
| Sensor | — | 45.4 MP stacked CMOS (8256×5504) |
| Mount | — | Nikon Z |
| Burst | — | 20 fps RAW / 30 fps JPEG / 120 fps reduced-res |
| Video | — | 8.3K 60p 12-bit N-RAW · 4K 120p |
| AF | — | 3D-Tracking + 9 subject types |
| Storage | — | CFexpress B + SD UHS-II |
| Weight | — | 910 g |
Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
Nikon Z8
- +Z9 sensor in compact body
- +8K 60p RAW internal
- +Class-leading EVF
- −No vertical grip integrated
- −Only 1 CFexpress + 1 SD slot
- −Heavy at 910g
FAQ: Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only vs Nikon Z8
Which is better, Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only or Nikon Z8? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only worth the price? +
At $7,499, Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in photo.
Is Nikon Z8 worth the price? +
At $3,999, Nikon Z8 delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sensor.
Does Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only or Nikon Z8 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 better for video, Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only or Nikon Z8? +
Nikon Z8 — leads on video (96 vs 91). Compared on the video sub-score.
Which is better for ergonomics, Fujifilm GFX 100 II · Body only or Nikon Z8? +
Nikon Z8 — leads on ergonomics (92 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.