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Fujifilm GFX 50S PDF User Manual

Did you lose or misplace the instruction manual that came with your Fujifilm GFX 50S? It happens all too easily, but fortunately Fujifilm makes a soft copy available that you can browse through online, print out, or download (see the pdf file below). It is certainly good practice to carefully familiarize oneself with the many different functionalities and options that the GFX 50S offers, and the official user manual is without doubt an authoritative and comprehensive source of respective information.

That said, the instruction booklet can be a dry read, so that a dedicated camera guide book from a professional photographer that illustrates the camera's core functions in a real life photography context can be a very helpful complement. Yes, getting one of these camera guides (see here at amazon) would involve an additional expense, but if that book helps to exploit the camera's potential to the full, the (small) additional investment may well be worth it.

Also, you might want to check out the video tutorial on the Fujifilm GFX 50S below.

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In any case, the GFX 50S is an advanced imaging tool, whose many features merit serious attention. This mirrorless interchangeable lens camera was announced on September 19th, 2016, which means that, as of today, the camera is 2734 days old (young?). The camera has meanwhile been discontinued and was succeeded by the Fujifilm GFX 50S II as a replacement in the same line of cameras.

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Fujifilm's owner manual for the GFX 50S

The camera's owner manual is 360 pages long. The pdf version is embedded below. As you browse through, you will hopefully find the information you are looking for. You can also print out a hard copy by right clicking on the manual and then choosing the respective menu option. For convenience, a summary of the key specs of the GFX 50S is included towards the bottom of this webpage.

Don't forget to bookmark this page for future reference (Ctrl-Shift-D on a Windows PC; Cmd-Shift-D on a Mac). Happy browsing!

Click on the button below to download the pdf version of the Fujifilm GFX 50S manual to your computer. The file will open in a new browser window.

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If you prefer to read the user guide in another language, please check the respective availability on Fujifilm's support site. That site also provides complementary online resources, such as information on the compatibility of various camera accessories or the availability of firmware updates that are not necessarily comprehensively covered in the instruction manual.

Printed, hardcopy versions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S manual can sometimes be found online. You can check the availability on amazon and ebay via the buttons below.

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Video tutorial for the Fujifilm GFX 50S

Perhaps instead of reading through a manual or operations guide, you might prefer to better familiarize yourself with your GFX 50S by watching a video tutorial. It can notably help to quickly get to know the key functions and to set up your camera according to your particular preferences and needs.

Once again, the Fujifilm GFX 50S is a sophisticated imaging tool and not exploiting its capabilities to the full would be a pity. Hence, taking the time to study online information material or to read through a well-written camera guide book is highly recommended to make the most of your purchase.

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Fujifilm GFX 50S FAQ

Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the GFX 50S.

What technology is the imaging sensor in the Fujifilm GFX 50S based on?

The camera is build around a CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.

Which image processing chip is used in the Fujifilm GFX 50S to convert the raw signal into an image file and perform noise reduction and image sharpening?

Fujifilm equipped the GFX 50S with the X Processor Pro image processor.

What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Fujifilm GFX 50S?

The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 12800, which can be extended to ISO 50-102400.

Can the Fujifilm GFX 50S be equipped with an optional viewfinder?

Yes, Fujifilm provides the EVF-TL1 as an accessory (here on amazon) that can be mounted on the hotshoe.

What is the life expectancy of the shutter in the Fujifilm GFX 50S?

Fujifilm does not publish a shutter rating for the GFX 50S. Yet, shutters in comparable cameras from other manufacturers are said to be good for at least 200 000 actuations. It should be noted, though, that this number represents a Mean Time before Failure. The shutter might fail earlier, or it might last longer. Anyway, in order to exhaust an expected shutter life of 200 000 shots over, say, three years, one would have to take about 200 pictures each and every day.

How do I find the shutter count on my Fujifilm GFX 50S?

Fujifilm embeds the number of shutter actuations in image metadata. You can check the number of shots that your GFX 50S has taken up to now by uploading a recent image to the free online shutter count finder app.

Is completely silent shooting possible with the Fujifilm GFX 50S?

The camera has an electronic shutter option, so that it is indeed feasible to capture images without any shutter noise.

Do I need to purchase an external camera trigger to shoot time-lapse sequences with the Fujifilm GFX 50S?

No, the Fujifilm GFX 50S has an intervalometer built-in, so that low frequency shooting (for example, flower blooming, sunset, moon rise) can be undertaken without the need to purchase a separate external intervalometer and related software.

Is it difficult to use manual focus lenses with the Fujifilm GFX 50S?

The GFX 50S offers focus peaking as a manual focus aid. This feature works by placing a colored highlight on in-focus zones within the image.

What is the fastest shutter speed that can be used with the Fujifilm GFX 50S for flash photography?

The GFX 50S's flash sync speed is 1/125 sec.

Does the Fujifilm GFX 50S support the Ultra High Speed (UHS) bus interface for SD cards?

Yes, the camera can indeed use UHS-II cards, which provide for data transfer speed of up to 312 MB/s, in both of its card slots.

Which battery does the Fujifilm GFX 50S use?

The camera gets its power from the NP-T125 (here at amazon), which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.

Is there a vertical grip available for the Fujifilm GFX 50S?

Yes, Fujifilm offers the VG-GFX1 as an optional accessory to facilitate shooting in portrait orientation and to provide additional battery power.

Where can I find the best deals for the Fujifilm GFX 50S?

Grey imports from Asia, as found on ebay, are often very attractively priced. However, these cameras come without a warranty from Fujifilm.

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Further reading

How does the GFX 50S stack up against available alternatives? If you would like to see a side-by-side review with another camera, just make a corresponding selection in the search boxes below. An an alternative, you can also directly jump to any one of the listed comparisons that were previously generated by the CAM-parator tool.

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    Core camera specifications

    Here is a list of the main features and technical characteristics of the Fujifilm GFX 50S.

    Specifications Summary
    Camera Model Fujifilm GFX 50S
    Camera Type Mirrorless system camera
    Camera Lens Fujifilm G mount lenses
    Launch Date September 2016
    Launch Price USD 6 499
    Sensor Specs
    Sensor Technology CMOS
    Sensor Format Medium Format Sensor
    Sensor Size 44.0 x 33.0 mm
    Sensor Area 1 452 mm2
    Sensor Diagonal 55 mm
    Crop Factor 0.79x
    Sensor Resolution 51.1 Megapixels
    Image Resolution 8 256 x 6 192 pixels
    Pixel Pitch 5.33 μm
    Pixel Density 3.52 MP/cm2
    Moiré control no AA filter
    Movie Capability 1080/30p Video
    ISO Setting 100 - 12 800 ISO
    ISO Boost 50 - 102 400 ISO
    Image Processor X Processor Pro
    Screen Specs
    Viewfinder Type Viewfinder optional
    Top-Level Screen Control Panel
    LCD Framing Live View
    LCD Size 3.2 inch
    LCD Resolution 2360k dots
    LCD Attachment Fully flexible screen
    V-logging Friendliness No front-flip
    Touch Input Touchscreen
    Shooting Specs
    Focus System Contrast-detect AF
    Manual Focusing AidFocus Peaking
    Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000s
    Continuous Shooting 3 shutter flaps/s
    Shutter Life Expectancy200 000 actuations
    Silent ShootingElectronic Shutter
    Time Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer Built-in
    Fill Flash no On-Board Flash
    Storage Medium SDXC cards
    Single or Dual Card Slots Dual card slots
    UHS card support Dual UHS-II
    Connectivity Specs
    External Flash Hotshoe
    Studio Flash PC Sync socket
    USB Connector USB 3.0
    HDMI Port micro HDMI
    Microphone Port External MIC port
    Headphone Socket Headphone port
    Wifi Support Wifi built-in
    Body Specs
    Environmental SealingWeathersealed body
    Battery Type NP-T125 power pack
    Battery Life (CIPA)400 shots per charge
    Body Dimensions 148 x 94 x 91 mm
    (5.8 x 3.7 x 3.6 in)
    Camera Weight 740 g (26.1 oz)

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