Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Released Feb 2020
OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Released Sep 2023
Tough TG-7 is 3.7 years newer.
Wins
X100V
Wins
Tough TG-7
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 25)
- BTough TG-7 has higher RAW buffer depth (46 frames vs 17 frames)
- AX100V has higher Resolution (26.1 MP vs 12 MP)
- BTough TG-7 has lower Weight (249 g vs 478 g)
- BTough TG-7 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 350 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
X100V is 14mm wider, 9mm taller, and 21mm thicker than Tough TG-7.
X100V is 229 g heavier than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 33mm Tough TG-7
Sensor size, to scale
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X100V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3
AF points / zones
425 vs 25 — higher is better
Resolution
26.1 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Eye AF
Only X100V supports it
Touchscreen
Only X100V supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X100V supports it
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
RAW buffer depth
46 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
Weight
249 g vs 478 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 30 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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- –Superseded by X100VI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
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X100V or Tough TG-7?
X100V scores 5.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 26.1MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the X100V and Tough TG-7?
X100V is 26.1 MP and Tough TG-7 is 12 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100V and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
X100V does not have IBIS, while tough TG-7 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the Tough TG-7?
X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100V and Tough TG-7?
X100V weighs 478 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 229 g lighter.
Do the X100V and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
X100V: 4K up to 30p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100V and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
X100V: Yes. Tough TG-7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 640 shots for the Tough TG-7, giving the Tough TG-7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100V launched at $1,399 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-7 is $850 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.