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Fujifilm

X100

The original fixed-lens premium compact that launched the X100 line and Fujifilm's modern revival.

$1,199

Launch price

Released Feb 2011

vs

Fujifilm

X100V

Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.

$1,399

Launch price

Released Feb 2020

X100V is 9 years newer.

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Wins

9categories

X100

VloggingSports & Action

Wins

4categories

X100V

Sports & ActionTravel

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100 wins 3 categories·X100V wins 2 categories
  • AX100 has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • AX100 has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 17 frames)
  • BX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 12.3 MP)
  • AX100 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
  • BX100V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)

Key specs at a glance

X100X100V
Resolution12.3 MP26.1 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max25,60012,800
Burst15 fps30 fps
4K60 fps30 fps
IBIS6-stopNo
Weight445 g478 g
Battery640 shots350 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X100

127 × 74 × 54 mm

445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

X100V

128 × 75 × 53 mm

478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)

X100 is 2mm narrower than X100V but it is also 1mm thicker.

X100 is 33 g lighter than X100V.

Depth (front-to-back): 54mm X100 · 53mm X100V

Sensor size, to scale

X100

23.6 × 15.8 mm · APS-C

373 mm² area

X100V

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseX100X100V
Portrait
5.5Fair
5.5Fair
Sports & Action
7.0Good
7.0Good
Video & Hybrid
6.0Good✓ wins
3.5Limited
Landscape
2.0Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Travel
6.5Good
7.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
6.5Good
6.5Good
Vlogging
7.5Good✓ wins
5.0Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100

  • AF low-light limit

    -7 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Animal, Bird…

  • IBIS effectiveness

    6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-II

  • RAW buffer depth

    60 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better

  • AA filter

    Only X100 supports it

  • ISO max (native)

    25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better

Reasons to choose

X100V

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Resolution

    26.1 MP vs 12.3 MP — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better

  • Weather sealing

    Only X100V supports it

  • Burst (mechanical)

    11 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better

  • Max video bit rate

    200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • AF points / zonesBoth 425
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseBoth support pre-capture / pre-release
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X100

Pros

  • Historic X100 origin
  • Hybrid viewfinder debut
  • Classic design
  • APS-C in compact

Cons

  • 12MP very dated
  • Slow AF
  • No 4K

X100V

Pros

  • Classic design
  • Leaf shutter
  • Film simulations
  • Proven street camera

Cons

  • Superseded by X100VI
  • Fixed lens
  • No IBIS

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100
X100V
Resolution
12.3 MP
26.1 MP2.1× more
Sensor type
APS-C CMOS
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4
Sensor size
23.6 × 15.8 mm
23.5 x 15.6 mm
AA filter
Yes
No
X100
X100V
Aperture
f/2.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
X100
X100V
Processor
X-Processor 5
X-Processor 4
X100
X100V
ISO min (native)
100−60 less
160
ISO max (native)
25,600+1 stop
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
51,200
X100
X100V
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/32000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for video, X100 or X100V?

X100 scores 6.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for X100V — 4K recording.

What's the resolution difference between the X100 and X100V?

X100 is 12.3 MP and X100V is 26.1 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100 and X100V have in-body image stabilization?

X100 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while X100V does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100 or the X100V?

X100 reaches 15 fps electronic. X100V reaches 30 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100 and X100V?

X100 weighs 445 g and X100V weighs 478 g, so the X100 is 33 g lighter.

Do the X100 and X100V record 4K video?

X100: 4K up to 60p. X100V: 4K up to 30p.

Are the X100 and X100V weather sealed?

X100: No. X100V: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the X100 and 350 shots for the X100V, giving the X100 the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100 launched at $1,199 and X100V at $1,399. The X100 is $200 less.

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