DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Released Oct 2020
Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
X100VI is 3.3 years newer.
Wins
Pocket 2
Wins
X100VI
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 521 g)
- APocket 2 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- BX100VI has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 11 fps)
- APocket 2 has higher Resolution (64 MP vs 40.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Pocket 2 is 3mm narrower, 37mm shorter, and 25mm thinner than X100VI.
Pocket 2 is 404 g lighter than X100VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 55mm X100VI
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Pocket 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
117 g vs 521 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
Resolution
64 MP vs 40.2 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 52 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only X100VI supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only X100VI supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100VI supports it
Codecs
Adds H.265
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Pocket 2
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓64MP stills mode
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Very small body
Cons
- –Older than Pocket 3
- –Smaller sensor
- –Tiny screen
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Pocket 2 or X100VI?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for Pocket 2 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and X100VI?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket 2 and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket 2 does not have IBIS, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket 2 or the X100VI?
Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and X100VI?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the Pocket 2 is 404 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and X100VI record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Pocket 2 and X100VI weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. X100VI: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket 2 and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and X100VI at $1,599. The Pocket 2 is $1,250 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.