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X100VI

Fujifilm

X100VI

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

$1,599

Released Feb 2024

vs

Leica

Q3

Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.

$5,995

Released May 2023

X100VI is 9 months newer.

Wins

4categories

X100VI

WildlifePortrait

Wins

6categories

Q3

LandscapePortrait

2 categories tied

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TL;DR — Key differences

X100VI wins 1 categories·Q3 wins 4 categories
  • BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
  • BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
  • BQ3 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,690,000)
  • AX100VI has higher Burst (mechanical) (6 fps vs 4 fps)
  • BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 40.2 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100VIQ3
Resolution40.2 MP60.3 MP
SensorAPS-CFull Frame
ISO max12,800100,000
Burst20 fps15 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS6-stopNo
Weight521 g743 g
Battery310 shots350 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X100VI front view

X100VI

128 × 75 × 55 mm

521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)

Q3

130 × 80 × 92 mm

743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)

X100VI is 2mm narrower, 5mm shorter, and 37mm thinner than Q3.

X100VI is 222 g lighter than Q3.

Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 92mm Q3

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

X100VI back view

X100VI

128 × 75 mm

Q3

130 × 80 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

X100VI top view

X100VI

128 × 55 mm

Q3

130 × 92 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X100VI

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 mm² area

Q3

36 × 24 mm · Full Frame

864 mm² area

2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseX100VIQ3
Portrait
7.5Good
7.5Good
Sports & Action
7.5Good✓ wins
4.5Fair
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair
5.5Fair✓ wins
Landscape
5.5Fair
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Travel
6.5Good✓ wins
4.5Fair
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
5.5Fair
Vlogging
7.0Good✓ wins
3.0Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100VI

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100VI supports it

  • In-body stabilization

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Microphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Burst (mechanical)

    6 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better

  • Weight

    521 g vs 743 g — lower is better

Reasons to choose

Q3

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 130, 80, 92

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-II

  • ISO max (native)

    100,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Face, Eye

  • ISO min (native)

    50 vs 125 — lower is better

  • EVF resolution

    5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds ProRes

  • Resolution

    60.3 MP vs 40.2 MP — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 60 fps
  • Weather sealingBoth support weather sealing
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X100VI

Pros

  • Unique fixed 23mm lens
  • 40MP sensor
  • Film simulations
  • Compact street camera

Cons

  • Fixed lens only
  • No interchangeable lenses
  • Premium price

Q3

Pros

  • 60MP full-frame
  • Summilux 28mm lens
  • Built like a tank
  • Unique aesthetic

Cons

  • Fixed lens
  • Very expensive
  • No interchangeable system

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100VI
Q3
Resolution
40.2 MP
60.3 MP+50%
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Full-frame BSI CMOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.7 mm
36 x 24 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100VI
Q3
AF system
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
Hybrid AF (phase detection + contrast AF + DFD)
AF points / zones
425
AF frame coverage
100 %
Eye AF
Yes
Yes
Animal / bird AF
Yes
Yes
Subject recognition
Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane, Train
Human, Face, Eye, Animal
X100VI
Q3
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps+50%
4 fps
Burst (electronic)
20 fps+33%
15 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Yes
No
RAW buffer depth
52 frames
X100VI
Q3
Max resolution
6.2K
8K
4K max frame rate
60 fps
60 fps
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps+33%
150 Mbps
Internal RAW video
No
No
Log profile
F-Log / F-Log2
L-Log / HLG
Codecs
H.265, H.264
H.265, H.264, ProRes
X100VI
Q3
Weight
521 g−222 g less
743 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
128 × 74.8 × 55.3 mm
130 × 80 × 92 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or Q3?

X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Q3 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Q3?

X100VI is 40.2 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100VI and Q3 have in-body image stabilization?

X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while q3 does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the Q3?

X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Q3?

X100VI weighs 521 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the X100VI is 222 g lighter.

Do the X100VI and Q3 record 4K video?

X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.

Are the X100VI and Q3 weather sealed?

X100VI: Yes. Q3: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Q3 the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100VI launched at $1,599 and Q3 at $5,995. The X100VI is $4,396 less.

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

Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Leica press materials.