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Fujifilm

X100F

Fourth-generation X100 with 24MP X-Trans III, hybrid viewfinder, and fixed 35mm-equivalent lens.

$1,299

Released Jan 2017

vs

Fujifilm

X100VI

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

$1,599

Released Feb 2024

X100VI is 7.1 years newer.

Wins

3categories

X100F

Wins

8categories

X100VI

WildlifePortrait

4 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

X100F wins 0 categories·X100VI wins 5 categories
  • BX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BX100VI has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
  • BX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 8 fps)
  • BX100VI has higher RAW buffer depth (52 frames vs 25 frames)
  • BX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 24.3 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100FX100VI
Resolution24.3 MP40.2 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst8 fps20 fps
IBISNo6-stop
Weight469 g521 g
Battery390 shots310 shots
4K60 fps

Size and weight, to scale

X100F

127 × 75 × 52 mm

469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz)

X100VI

128 × 75 × 55 mm

521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)

X100F is 2mm narrower and 3mm thinner than X100VI.

X100F is 52 g lighter than X100VI.

Depth (front-to-back): 52mm X100F · 55mm X100VI

Sensor size, to scale

X100F

23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

368 mm² area

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

Use caseX100FX100VI
Portrait
5.5Fair
7.5Good✓ wins
Sports & Action
2.0Limited
7.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
1.5Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins
Landscape
1.5Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins
Travel
5.5Fair
6.5Good✓ wins
Wildlife
0.0Limited
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
4.0Fair
7.0Good✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100F

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 126.5, 52.4

  • Burst (mechanical)

    8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    390 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better

  • Weight

    469 g vs 521 g — lower is better

Reasons to choose

X100VI

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…

  • IBIS effectiveness

    6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Max video bit rate

    200 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 55.3

  • Burst (electronic)

    20 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    52 frames vs 25 frames — higher is better

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    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
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X100F

Pros

  • Hybrid viewfinder
  • 24MP X-Trans III
  • Leaf shutter
  • Compact street camera

Cons

  • Fixed lens
  • No IBIS
  • No 4K

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

X100F
X100VI
Resolution
24.3 MP
40.2 MP+65%
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS III
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Sensor size
23.6 x 15.6 mm
23.5 x 15.7 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100F
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
-1 EV
Eye AF
Yes
Yes
Animal / bird AF
No
Yes
Subject recognition
Human
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
X100F
X100VI
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps+33%
6 fps
Burst (electronic)
8 fps
20 fps2.5× more
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
No
Yes
RAW buffer depth
25 frames
52 frames2.1× more
X100F
X100VI
Max resolution
Full HD
6.2K
4K max frame rate
60 fps
Max video bit rate
36 Mbps
200 Mbps5.6× more
Internal RAW video
No
No
Log profile
None
F-Log / F-Log2
Codecs
H.264
H.265, H.264
X100F
X100VI
Weight
469 g−52 g less
521 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
126.5 × 74.8 × 52.4 mm
128 × 74.8 × 55.3 mm
Weather sealing
No
Yes

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, X100F or X100VI?

X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X100F — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the X100F and X100VI?

X100F is 24.3 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100F and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?

X100F does not have IBIS, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100F or the X100VI?

X100F reaches 8 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100F and X100VI?

X100F weighs 469 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the X100F is 52 g lighter.

Do the X100F and X100VI record 4K video?

X100F: Full HD. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.

Are the X100F and X100VI weather sealed?

X100F: No. X100VI: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 390 shots (CIPA) for the X100F and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the X100F the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100F launched at $1,299 and X100VI at $1,599. The X100F is $300 less.

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