Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
Leica
SOFORT 2
Hybrid instant camera with digital capture, Bluetooth, internal image storage, and Instax mini printing.
$399
Released Nov 2023
X100VI is 3 months newer.
Wins
X100VI
Wins
SOFORT 2
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 4.9 MP)
- AX100VI has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 1,600)
- AX100VI has higher Battery life (CIPA) (310 shots vs 100 shots)
- BSOFORT 2 has lower Weight (320 g vs 521 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
SOFORT 2
123 × 86 × 44 mm
320 g (0.71 lb / 11.29 oz)
X100VI is 11mm shorter than SOFORT 2 but it is also 5mm wider and 11mm thicker.
X100VI is 201 g heavier than SOFORT 2.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 44mm SOFORT 2
Sensor size, to scale
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 4.9 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 1,600 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
310 shots vs 100 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
SOFORT 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 123, 86, 44
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC
Weight
320 g vs 521 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
SOFORT 2
Pros
- ✓Hybrid instant workflow
- ✓Bluetooth
- ✓Creative film styles
- ✓Instax mini prints
Cons
- –Tiny sensor
- –No video
- –Instant-camera image quality
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or SOFORT 2?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for SOFORT 2 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and SOFORT 2?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and SOFORT 2 is 4.9 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and SOFORT 2 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while sOFORT 2 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and SOFORT 2?
X100VI weighs 521 g and SOFORT 2 weighs 320 g, so the SOFORT 2 is 201 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and SOFORT 2 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. SOFORT 2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and SOFORT 2 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. SOFORT 2: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 100 shots for the SOFORT 2, giving the X100VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and SOFORT 2 at $399. The SOFORT 2 is $1,200 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.