Fujifilm
GFX100S II
Compact 102MP GFX medium format body with X-Processor 5, 8-stop IBIS, and updated subject detection.
$4,999
Released May 2024
Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
GFX100S II is 3 months newer.
Wins
GFX100S II
Wins
X100VI
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4.1 fps)
- AGFX100S II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AGFX100S II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 40.2 MP)
- BX100VI has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- AGFX100S II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100S II
150 × 104 × 87 mm
883 g (1.95 lb / 31.15 oz)
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
GFX100S II is 22mm wider, 29mm taller, and 32mm thicker than X100VI.
GFX100S II is 362 g heavier than X100VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm GFX100S II · 55mm X100VI
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100S II
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
GFX100S II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SDXC V90, SSD via USB
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 40.2 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Internal RAW video
Only GFX100S II supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only GFX100S II supports it
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 4.1 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100VI supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
521 g vs 883 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX100S II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format sensor
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓X-Processor 5
- ✓Compact for GFX
Cons
- –Large files
- –Premium price
- –Medium format AF not for sports
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, GFX100S II or X100VI?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for GFX100S II — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100S II and X100VI?
GFX100S II is 102 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the GFX100S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100S II and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100S II or the X100VI?
GFX100S II reaches 7 fps mechanical. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100S II and X100VI?
GFX100S II weighs 883 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the X100VI is 362 g lighter.
Do the GFX100S II and X100VI record 4K video?
GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX100S II and X100VI weather sealed?
GFX100S II: Yes. X100VI: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 530 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100S II and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the GFX100S II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100S II launched at $4,999 and X100VI at $1,599. The X100VI is $3,400 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.