Fujifilm
GFX 50R
Rangefinder-style medium format body with 51.4MP and classic Fujifilm ergonomics.
$4,499
Released Sep 2018
Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
X100VI is 5.4 years newer.
Wins
GFX 50R
Wins
X100VI
2 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 3 fps)
- BX100VI has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- BX100VI has higher RAW buffer depth (52 frames vs 13 frames)
- BX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 117)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX 50R
161 × 97 × 66 mm
775 g (1.71 lb / 27.34 oz)
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
GFX 50R is 33mm wider, 22mm taller, and 11mm thicker than X100VI.
GFX 50R is 254 g heavier than X100VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 66mm GFX 50R · 55mm X100VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GFX 50R
161 × 97 mm
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
GFX 50R
161 × 66 mm
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GFX 50R
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
GFX 50R
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 160.7, 96.5, 66.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only GFX 50R supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
400 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
Resolution
51.4 MP vs 40.2 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.77 × vs 0.66 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
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
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
52 frames vs 13 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
425 vs 117 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 3,690,000
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX 50R
Pros
- ✓51MP medium format
- ✓Rangefinder style
- ✓Film simulations
Cons
- –Slow AF
- –Large files
- –Bulky lenses
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
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Fujifilm GFX 50R
Fujifilm X100VI
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, GFX 50R or X100VI?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for GFX 50R — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX 50R and X100VI?
GFX 50R is 51.4 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the GFX 50R captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX 50R and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?
GFX 50R does not have IBIS, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX 50R or the X100VI?
GFX 50R reaches 3 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX 50R and X100VI?
GFX 50R weighs 775 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the X100VI is 254 g lighter.
Do the GFX 50R and X100VI record 4K video?
GFX 50R: Full HD. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX 50R and X100VI weather sealed?
GFX 50R: Yes. X100VI: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the GFX 50R and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the GFX 50R the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX 50R launched at $4,499 and X100VI at $1,599. The X100VI is $2,900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm press materials.