Fujifilm GFX ETERNA 55 Cine Camera

What’s new?

The Fujifilm GFX ETERNA 55 Cine Camera features a large-format GFX 102MP CMOS II HS sensor and X-Processor 5 high-speed image processing engine that can output 4:2:2 10-bit uncompressed and up to 8K/30P 12-bit RAW via HDMI. It can film in multiple formats, including GF Open Gate 4:3, Premista, and Super35, and is complemented by F-Log2 and F-Log2c, as well as Apple ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes LT & HEVC/H.265 (4:2:2 10-bit). It’s these features (and more!) which make this a camera that will significantly benefit independent filmmakers, small crews, and high-end productions alike.

Sensor

The GFX ETERNA 55 kicks off with a 102MP CMOS II HS sensor, measuring 44 x 33mm with a diagonal of 55mm. As of September 11th 2025, this is the world’s tallest commercially available large-format sensor, measuring approximately 1.7x larger than a standard full-frame sensor. It can deliver tonally rich images with an abundance of flexibility for post-production editing, such as cropping to smaller formats without sacrificing image quality.

If that sounds familiar, it’s because the ETERNA is based on the sensor used in the GFX 100 II Medium Format Camera. While we know it has a high-speed readout and produces true-to-life images, there are some essential differences. These include dual base ISO sensitivities of ISO 800 and ISO 3200, an optical low-pass filter (LPF), a built-in electronically variable ND filter, and it will record in GF Open Gate 4:3 as the default, all of which meet the needs of filmmakers.

Optical Low-Pass Filter

Fujifilm has equipped the ETERNA 55 with a new dedicated optical low-pass filter optimised for its large format sensor. It employs a four-point separation method designed to minimise moiré and achieve perfect colour accuracy, resulting in true-to-life images that feel natural, organic, and cinematic.

This feature is the first of its kind in GFX cameras, which are primarily designed and optimised for ultimate sharpness and resolution in stills photography. This filter deliberately softens higher optical frequencies, which can detract from the razor-sharp look you’d expect from other GFX cameras, as it can take away from the dream-like quality that filmmakers and directors look for.

While it is capable of recording up to 8K, which will undoubtedly capture highly detailed images, Fujifilm's priority is capturing footage with character; their signature look that stands out among other camcorders in this space.

Built-In Variable ND

The ETERNA 55 features another world-first in the form of an electronically variable ND filter for a large-than-full-frame sensor. This electronic filter ranges from ND0.6 to ND2.1, in 0.015-stop increments, or 2-7 stops in 0.1 increments, and it’s an incredibly useful addition, allowing you to control exposure without reaching for external filters, especially when working in challenging light or switching between indoor and outdoor setups.

Sensor Formats

With such a large sensor, you have the creative flexibility to match lenses with any size image circle by shooting in different formats, including GF Open Gate 4:3, GF 16:9, Premista, 35mm, and Super35. This feature is a filmmaker's playground for those who understand optics and the relationship between different sensor sizes. You can experiment with different resolutions, aspect ratios and lens types (including both spherical and anamorphic designs) to suit your project, all while retaining full resolution.

Its 1.33 aspect ratio is especially for anamorphic filming. For example, if you take a 2x anamorphic squeeze lens, with the 1.33, it will naturally de-squeeze to a wide 2.66:1 aspect ratio. But you could also use a 1.8 or a 1.5 squeeze lens, and you’ll end up with different widths.

Framing Guides

With numerous shooting formats, the ETERNA 55 enables you to create and save up to three custom framing guides. You can tailor these for specific aspect ratios and adjust them for scale, colour and line thickness. The guide sits over the full-frame sensor view, so you can still see areas outside the frame. This feature is particularly essential if you switch between spherical and anamorphic lenses and need to reframe, or you need extra flexibility in the edit.

Codecs and Efficiency

The ETERNA 55 supports a range of recording options to suit most use cases. It can internally record in Apple ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes LT, HEVC/H.265 (4:2:2 10-bit), and H.264, with Apple ProRes 422 Proxy options also available. If you want more control, it can output 4:2:2 10-bit uncompressed and up to 8K/30P 12-bit video RAW via HDMI. And for those who need it, it also supports Camera to Cloud, meaning files can be directly uploaded to Frame.io via either Wi-Fi or Ethernet, with proxy files made available almost instantly for editors to get to work while the production is still underway.

Fujifilm Simulations, LUTs, and Colour Spaces

The GFX ETERNA 55 supports F-Log2 and F-Log2c, both with a dynamic range of 14+ stops for phenomenal colour fidelity, richness, and tonality. Fujifilm’s colour science has always been a draw for photographers, and now filmmakers can benefit from it in the form of Film Simulation 3D LUTs.

At launch, you’ll have access to 10 downloadable film simulation 3D-LUTs (compliant with ITU-R BT.709) for footage shot in F-Log2 and/or F-Log2 C. These include Fujifilm’s ETERNA, ETERNA Bleach Bypass, Provia, Velvia, and Acros, all of which are available for download from their website. Up to 16 different 3D-LUTs, including Film Simulation LUTs, can be stored in-camera, applied in-camera or exported for grading in post-production.

As for film simulation modes, the ETERNA 55 features 20 built-in classic Fujifilm simulations, including Provia, Velvia, Astia, Classic Chrome and Reala Ace, first seen in the GFX 100 II. You can use them as you monitor on-set while capturing clean Log footage, or they can be applied directly to the footage as you record.

Power Options

The ETERNA is natively powered via a dedicated V-Mount battery interface, backed up by an internal removable NP-W235 battery - the same 2,200 mAh units found in other Fujifilm bodies like the GFX100 II and X-T5. The best part about this system is that it allows for up to 30 minutes of continuous shooting without the need for an external battery. When replacing the external battery, power is supplied from the NP-W235 battery, meaning you can hot-swap without restarting the camera. The ETERNA 55 also has a 4-pin port for the AC power adapter that comes with the camera.

What’s in the box?

• 1 x GFX ETERNA 55
• 1 x Li-ion Battery NP-W235
• 1 x AC Power Adapter AC-15VS
• 1 x AC Cable
• 1 x Body Cap
• 1 x Top Handle
• 1 x LCD Monitor
• 1 x LCD Monitor hood
• 1 x LCD Monitor Arm
• 1 x PL-Mount Adapter