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Fujifilm GFX 100 Shutter Count:
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Drop a .RAF file from your Fujifilm GFX 100 below and instantly read the image count from the RAF MakerNote. The GFX 100 — Fujifilm's first 102 MP medium format mirrorless — carries a 150,000-actuation shutter rating. All processing happens locally; no file is uploaded.

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Fujifilm GFX 100 — Shutter Rating

The Fujifilm GFX 100 (2019) was a landmark: the first mirrorless camera to combine a 102 MP medium-format BSI CMOS sensor, in-body image stabilization (IBIS), and 4K video recording in a single body. It launched the concept of a truly versatile medium-format system beyond the studio, aimed at commercial, fine-art, and documentary photographers.

The mechanical focal-plane shutter is rated at 150,000 actuations — lower than full-frame cameras because medium-format shutters are larger and more complex to manufacture at high cycle counts. Fujifilm does not publish an official rating; this figure is widely reported from Fujifilm service documentation. The GFX 100 also offers an electronic shutter (up to 1/16,000s) that adds zero mechanical wear.

ModelReleaseSensorRated Shutter LifeRAW Format
Fujifilm GFX 1002019102 MP MF BSI~150,000RAF
Fujifilm GFX 100S (compact version)2021102 MP MF BSI~150,000RAF
Fujifilm GFX 100S II (2nd gen)2024102 MP MF BSI~150,000RAF
Fujifilm GFX 100 II (flagship successor)2023102 MP MF BSI~150,000RAF
Electronic shutter advantage: The GFX 100 electronic shutter covers 1/8s to 1/16,000s with zero mechanical wear. For studio and controlled-light environments, using the electronic shutter exclusively extends the mechanical shutter life indefinitely.

How to Check Shutter Count on the Fujifilm GFX 100

  1. Take any photo with your GFX 100 and locate the .RAF file on your memory card.
  2. Open ShutterCount.app and drag the RAF file into the drop zone. The image count from MakerNote tag 0x1438 is displayed immediately — no upload required.
  3. Alternatively, use ExifTool: exiftool -ImageCount yourfile.RAF. The ImageCount field corresponds to MakerNote tag 0x1438.
  4. Note the format-reset caveat: the RAF image counter resets to zero when the camera's SD/CFexpress card is formatted in-camera. If a seller formatted their card before providing a sample file, the displayed count will be lower than the true mechanical shutter total. Ask for a file taken well before any formatting, or check the camera menu for the cumulative count if available.
Image count vs. shutter count: Fujifilm's RAF MakerNote tag 0x1438 tracks image frames, not mechanical shutter cycles. Photos taken with the electronic shutter count toward this total. If the seller used the electronic shutter heavily, the mechanical shutter count is lower than the RAF counter indicates. This works in the buyer's favor.

What Is a Good Shutter Count for a Used Fujifilm GFX 100?

Given the high replacement cost of a medium-format shutter, remaining life deserves careful attention when buying a used GFX 100.

Image Count% of Rated LifeAssessment
0 – 7,5000 – 5 %Very low use — near new
7,500 – 45,0005 – 30 %Low to moderate use
45,000 – 105,00030 – 70 %Moderate to heavy use — within rated life
105,000 – 135,00070 – 90 %Heavy use — negotiate price significantly
135,000 +90 %+Near or past rated life — budget for shutter replacement
Shutter replacement cost: Medium-format shutter replacement on the GFX 100 costs approximately €500–900 depending on region and service availability. For a used GFX 100 with 120,000+ actuations, factor this cost into your offer or plan for future replacement.

Fujifilm GFX 100 vs GFX 100S — Which to Buy Used?

Both share the same 102 MP sensor and ~150,000-actuation shutter rating, but differ in important ways for used buyers:

GFX 100 advantages: Integrated vertical battery grip for better portrait ergonomics and extended battery life, dual battery capacity (~800 shots vs. ~400 on the 100S), larger body for better stability with heavy GF lenses.

GFX 100S advantages: Significantly more compact and lighter (~900g vs. ~1,400g with grip), lower used prices, more recent manufacture so likely lower shutter counts available on the used market.

For studio and commercial use, the GFX 100 remains compelling at its used price. For travel and handheld use, the GFX 100S is generally the better choice.

Fujifilm GFX 100 Shutter Count — FAQ

Does the Fujifilm GFX 100 have IBIS?

Yes. The GFX 100 was the first GFX camera with in-body image stabilization, providing up to 5.5 stops of compensation. The IBIS uses the sensor-shift mechanism to stabilize, which is separate from the mechanical shutter and does not affect shutter wear.

What memory cards does the GFX 100 use?

The GFX 100 has two SD card slots (UHS-II compatible). Unlike the later GFX 100 II, it does not accept CFexpress cards. For the best continuous shooting performance with 102 MP RAF files, use UHS-II SD cards rated for at least V60 speed.

Is the Fujifilm GFX 100 compatible with GF lenses?

Yes. The GFX 100 uses the Fujifilm G mount and is compatible with all GF lenses. It is also compatible with G-mount tilt-shift lenses and available adapters for Hasselblad V, Mamiya 645, Phase One, and Leica S lenses via Fujifilm and third-party mount adapters.

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