Fujifilm
X100S
Second-generation X100 with 16MP X-Trans sensor and fixed 35mm-equivalent lens.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Jan 2013
Ricoh
GR IVx
40mm-equivalent GR IV sibling with a newly designed 26.1mm f/2.8 lens, 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 5-axis SR, 4K video, 53GB internal storage, and pocket street-camera handling. Winter 2026 planned.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Dec 2026
GR IVx is 13.9 years newer.
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Wins
X100S
Wins
GR IVx
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IVx has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 6,400)
- AX100S has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- BGR IVx has higher Max video bit rate (150 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- BGR IVx has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- BGR IVx has lower Weight (265 g vs 445 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX100S
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GR IVx
109 × 61 × 33 mm
265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz)
X100S is 17mm wider, 13mm taller, and 21mm thicker than GR IVx.
X100S is 180 g heavier than GR IVx.
Depth (front-to-back): 54mm X100S · 33mm GR IVx
Sensor size, to scale
X100S
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
GR IVx
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
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
X100S
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Codecs
Adds H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
425 vs 49 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
6 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
330 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GR IVx
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 33.4
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
150 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GR IVx supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X100S
Pros
- ✓Classic fixed-lens design
- ✓X-Trans sensor
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder
Cons
- –Very old AF
- –No 4K
- –Fixed screen
GR IVx
Pros
- ✓New 26.1mm f/2.8 GR lens (40mm equiv.)
- ✓GR IV 25.74MP APS-C + 5-axis SR
- ✓4K 30p/24p and 53GB built-in storage
- ✓Snap focus, 50/71mm crops, 2-stop ND
- ✓Pocketable 265g body
Cons
- –Price not yet announced (listed at GR IV $1,499)
- –Winter 2026 or later — still in development as of Aug 2026
- –No built-in EVF
- –Fixed 40mm-equiv. lens
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X100S and GR IVx at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm X100S
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, X100S or GR IVx?
GR IVx scores 5.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for X100S — 265g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the X100S and GR IVx?
X100S is 16.3 MP and GR IVx is 25.74 MP, so the GR IVx captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100S and GR IVx have in-body image stabilization?
X100S does not have IBIS, while GR IVx has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100S or the GR IVx?
X100S reaches 6 fps electronic. GR IVx reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100S and GR IVx?
X100S weighs 445 g and GR IVx weighs 265 g, so the GR IVx is 180 g lighter.
Do the X100S and GR IVx record 4K video?
X100S: Full HD. GR IVx: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100S and GR IVx weather sealed?
X100S: No. GR IVx: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the X100S and 250 shots for the GR IVx, giving the X100S the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100S launched at $1,299 and GR IVx at $1,499. The X100S is $200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Ricoh press materials.