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Fujifilm

GFX ETERNA 55

G-mount large-format cinema camera with a 102MP GFX sensor, 8K recording, variable ND, 12G-SDI, and pro I/O.

$16,499

Released Sep 2025

vs
X100VI

Fujifilm

X100VI

Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.

$1,599

Released Feb 2024

GFX ETERNA 55 is 1.6 years newer.

Wins

4categories

GFX ETERNA 55

Video & HybridLandscape

Wins

3categories

X100VI

WildlifePortrait

4 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

GFX ETERNA 55 wins 2 categories·X100VI wins 3 categories
  • BX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BX100VI has lower Weight (521 g vs 2000 g)
  • AGFX ETERNA 55 has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
  • BX100VI has lower ISO min (native) (125 vs 400)
  • AGFX ETERNA 55 has higher Card slots (3 vs 1)

Key specs at a glance

GFX ETERNA 55X100VI
Resolution102 MP40.2 MP
Sensor43.8 x 32.9 mmAPS-C
ISO max12,80012,800
4K60 fps60 fps
IBISNo6-stop
Weight2000 g521 g
Battery520 shots310 shots
Burst20 fps

Size and weight, to scale

GFX ETERNA 55

111 × 138 × 177 mm

2000 g (4.41 lb / 70.55 oz)

X100VI front view

X100VI

128 × 75 × 55 mm

521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)

GFX ETERNA 55 is 17mm narrower than X100VI but it is also 63mm taller and 122mm thicker.

GFX ETERNA 55 is 1479 g heavier than X100VI.

Depth (front-to-back): 177mm GFX ETERNA 55 · 55mm X100VI

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

GFX ETERNA 55

111 × 138 mm

X100VI back view

X100VI

128 × 75 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

GFX ETERNA 55

111 × 177 mm

X100VI top view

X100VI

128 × 55 mm

Sensor size, to scale

GFX ETERNA 55

43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format

1441 mm² area

X100VI

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 mm² area

3.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseGFX ETERNA 55X100VI
Portrait
5.0Fair
7.5Good✓ wins
Sports & Action
4.0Fair
7.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
6.5Good✓ wins
4.0Fair
Landscape
6.0Good✓ wins
5.5Fair
Travel
4.0Fair
6.5Good✓ wins
Wildlife
5.0Fair
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
4.0Fair
7.0Good✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

GFX ETERNA 55

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 110.8, 138.2, 176.8

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SSD via USB

  • Codecs

    Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT

  • Max video bit rate

    720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better

  • Card slots

    3 vs 1 — higher is better

  • Resolution

    102 MP vs 40.2 MP — higher is better

  • Headphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only GFX ETERNA 55 supports it

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    520 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better

Reasons to choose

X100VI

  • IBIS effectiveness

    6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Weight

    521 g vs 2000 g — lower is better

  • ISO min (native)

    125 vs 400 — lower is better

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264

  • In-body stabilization

    Only X100VI supports it

Both cameras share

  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • AF points / zonesBoth 425
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 60 fps

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

GFX ETERNA 55

Pros

  • Large-format 8K cinema capture
  • Electronic variable ND
  • 12G-SDI and GenLock
  • F-Log2 / F-Log2 C

Cons

  • Cinema-only body
  • Very expensive
  • Large and heavy

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

GFX ETERNA 55
X100VI
Resolution
102 MP2.5× more
40.2 MP
Sensor type
Medium Format GFX 102MP CMOS II HS
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Sensor size
43.8 x 32.9 mm
23.5 x 15.7 mm
AA filter
No
No
GFX ETERNA 55
X100VI
AF system
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
AF points / zones
425
425
AF frame coverage
100 %
100 %
AF low-light limit
-3.7 EV
Eye AF
Yes
Yes
Animal / bird AF
Yes
Yes
Subject recognition
Face, Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
GFX ETERNA 55
X100VI
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps
Burst (electronic)
20 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
No
Yes
RAW buffer depth
52 frames
GFX ETERNA 55
X100VI
Max resolution
8K
6.2K
4K max frame rate
60 fps
60 fps
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps3.6× more
200 Mbps
Internal RAW video
No
No
Log profile
F-Log / F-Log2 / F-Log2 C / HLG
F-Log / F-Log2
Codecs
Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, H.265
H.265, H.264
GFX ETERNA 55
X100VI
Weight
2000 g
521 g−1,479 g less
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
110.8 × 138.2 × 176.8 mm
128 × 74.8 × 55.3 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, GFX ETERNA 55 or X100VI?

X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for GFX ETERNA 55 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and X100VI?

GFX ETERNA 55 is 102 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the GFX ETERNA 55 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?

GFX ETERNA 55 does not have IBIS, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.

What's the weight difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and X100VI?

GFX ETERNA 55 weighs 2000 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the X100VI is 1479 g lighter.

Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and X100VI record 4K video?

GFX ETERNA 55: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.

Are the GFX ETERNA 55 and X100VI weather sealed?

GFX ETERNA 55: Yes. X100VI: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the GFX ETERNA 55 and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the GFX ETERNA 55 the edge.

How much does each cost?

GFX ETERNA 55 launched at $16,499 and X100VI at $1,599. The X100VI is $14,900 less.

Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.

Product images courtesy of Fujifilm press materials.