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Fujifilm

X100V

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

$1,399

Released Feb 2020

vs

Fujifilm

X100VI

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

$1,599

Released Feb 2024

X100VI is 4.1 years newer.

Wins

4categories

X100V

Sports & ActionTravel

Wins

5categories

X100VI

WildlifePortrait

7 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

X100V wins 1 categories·X100VI wins 4 categories
  • BX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BX100VI has higher RAW buffer depth (52 frames vs 17 frames)
  • BX100VI has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
  • AX100V has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 6 fps)
  • BX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 26.1 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100VX100VI
Resolution26.1 MP40.2 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst30 fps20 fps
4K30 fps60 fps
IBISNo6-stop
Weight478 g521 g
Battery350 shots310 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X100V

128 × 75 × 53 mm

478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)

X100VI

128 × 75 × 55 mm

521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)

X100V is 2mm thinner than X100VI.

X100V is 43 g lighter than X100VI.

Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 55mm X100VI

Sensor size, to scale

X100V

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 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 caseX100VX100VI
Portrait
5.5Fair
7.5Good✓ wins
Sports & Action
7.0Good
7.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins
Landscape
3.0Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins
Travel
7.0Good✓ wins
6.5Good
Wildlife
6.5Good
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
5.0Fair
7.0Good✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100V

  • Burst (mechanical)

    11 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 53.3

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    350 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better

  • Weight

    478 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

  • RAW buffer depth

    52 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only X100VI supports it

  • 4K max frame rate

    60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265

  • In-body stabilization

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Resolution

    40.2 MP vs 26.1 MP — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • AF points / zonesBoth 425
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseBoth support pre-capture / pre-release
  • Max video bit rateBoth 200 Mbps

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X100V

Pros

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

Cons

  • Superseded by X100VI
  • Fixed lens
  • No IBIS

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

X100V
X100VI
Resolution
26.1 MP
40.2 MP+54%
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.6 mm
23.5 x 15.7 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100V
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
-5 EV
Eye AF
Yes
Yes
Animal / bird AF
No
Yes
Subject recognition
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
X100V
X100VI
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps+83%
6 fps
Burst (electronic)
30 fps+50%
20 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Yes
Yes
RAW buffer depth
17 frames
52 frames3.1× more
X100V
X100VI
Max resolution
4K
6.2K
4K max frame rate
30 fps
60 fps2× more
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps
200 Mbps
Internal RAW video
No
No
Log profile
F-Log
F-Log / F-Log2
Codecs
H.264
H.265, H.264
X100V
X100VI
Weight
478 g−43 g less
521 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
128 × 74.8 × 53.3 mm
128 × 74.8 × 55.3 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, X100V or X100VI?

X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for X100V — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the X100V and X100VI?

X100V is 26.1 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100V and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?

X100V does not have IBIS, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the X100VI?

X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100V and X100VI?

X100V weighs 478 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the X100V is 43 g lighter.

Do the X100V and X100VI record 4K video?

X100V: 4K up to 30p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.

Are the X100V and X100VI weather sealed?

X100V: Yes. X100VI: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the X100V the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100V launched at $1,399 and X100VI at $1,599. The X100V is $200 less.

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