Fujifilm GFX180 Rumored: 180MP Medium Format Camera Targets Resolution Record

Fujifilm appears poised to redefine the resolution limits of accessible medium format photography. According to multiple sources cited by FujiRumors, the company is developing a GFX-series camera featuring a groundbreaking 180-megapixel sensor. This development targets photographers seeking ultra-high resolution without venturing into six-figure territory.

The current landscape for medium format cameras under €8,000 ($8,500) – including Fujifilm's own GFX100S II ($5,699 on Amazon) and Hasselblad's X2D II (official product page) – tops out at 102MP. The rumored Fujifilm GFX180 would not only leapfrog these models but also surpass Phase One's 150MP IQ4 (€57,000 flagship), which currently holds the resolution crown.

Crucially, Phase One's sensor commands its premium price partly due to its larger physical dimensions. The IQ4 uses a 53.4 x 40.1mm sensor (2,141mm² area), while Fujifilm's GFX system employs a more compact 43.8 x 32.9mm format (1,441mm²). This 49% size difference significantly impacts production costs. By utilizing the smaller format, Fujifilm could potentially offer the GFX180 at a fraction of Phase One's price while delivering higher pixel density.

Here's how the resolution leaders compare:

Camera	Resolution	Sensor Dimensions	Sensor Area
Fujifilm GFX100S II	102MP	43.8 x 32.9mm	1,441mm²
Hasselblad X2D II	102MP	43.8 x 32.9mm	1,441mm²
Phase One IQ4	150MP	53.4 x 40.1mm	2,141mm²
Fujifilm GFX180 (rumored)	180MP	43.8 x 32.9mm	1,441mm²

Given that Hasselblad shares Fujifilm's sensor format, industry observers speculate the Swedish manufacturer might adopt this 180MP sensor for a future X3D model. However, FujiRumors cautions that the GFX180 remains in development with no confirmed launch window or detailed specifications. The extended timeline suggests Fujifilm may be addressing challenges like processing throughput for massive 180MP files or heat dissipation in a consumer-friendly body.

For professional photographers specializing in commercial, landscape, or archival work, this development signals a potential turning point. The GFX180 could deliver Phase One-rivaling resolution at perhaps one-fifth the cost, making ultra-high-resolution capture accessible outside high-budget studios. As details emerge, we'll be watching for how Fujifilm balances this monumental resolution jump with practical considerations like burst shooting, battery life, and real-world noise performance.

Source: FujiRumors report