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X100VI

Fujifilm

X100VI

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

$1,599

Launch price

Released Feb 2024

vs

Nikon

COOLPIX B600

Affordable superzoom bridge with 60x optical zoom, 16MP sensor, and built-in Wi-Fi.

$329

Launch price

Released Jan 2019

X100VI is 5.1 years newer.

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Wins

5categories

X100VI

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

6categories

COOLPIX B600

Vlogging

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100VI wins 3 categories·COOLPIX B600 wins 2 categories
  • AX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 16 MP)
  • BCOOLPIX B600 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
  • BCOOLPIX B600 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
  • AX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 11 fps)

Key specs at a glance

X100VICOOLPIX B600
Resolution40.2 MP16 MP
SensorAPS-C6.17 × 4.55 mm
ISO max12,80025,600
Burst20 fps11 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS6-stopNo
Weight521 g500 g
Battery310 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X100VI front view

X100VI

128 × 75 × 55 mm

521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

COOLPIX B600

122 × 82 × 99 mm

500 g (1.10 lb / 17.64 oz)

X100VI is 7mm shorter and 44mm thinner than COOLPIX B600 but it is also 6mm wider.

X100VI is 21 g heavier than COOLPIX B600.

Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 99mm COOLPIX B600

Back view, to scale

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

X100VI back view

X100VI

128 × 75 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

COOLPIX B600

122 × 82 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

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

COOLPIX B600

122 × 99 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X100VI

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 mm² area

COOLPIX B600

6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact

28 mm² area

13.2× 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 caseX100VICOOLPIX B600
Portrait
7.5Good✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
8.0Excellent✓ wins
4.5Fair
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair
4.5Fair✓ wins
Landscape
5.5Fair✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
6.5Good✓ wins
5.5Fair
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
5.0Fair
Vlogging
7.0Good✓ wins
6.0Good

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100VI

  • 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

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…

  • Resolution

    40.2 MP vs 16 MP — higher is better

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100VI supports it

  • In-body stabilization (IBIS)

    Only X100VI supports it

Reasons to choose

COOLPIX B600

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 121.6, 81.5, 99.2

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-II

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    640 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better

  • AA filter

    Only COOLPIX B600 supports it

  • ISO max (native)

    25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human, Vehicle

  • ISO min (native)

    100 vs 125 — lower is better

  • AF points / zones

    493 vs 425 — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Burst (mechanical)Both 6 fps
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 60 fps
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth 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

COOLPIX B600

Pros

  • 60x optical zoom
  • Very affordable
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Easy to use

Cons

  • Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
  • No RAW
  • Fixed lens only

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100VI
COOLPIX B600
Resolution
40.2 MP2.5× more
16 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
1/2.3-inch CMOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.7 mm
6.17 × 4.55 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
X100VI
COOLPIX B600
Aperture
f/2.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
X100VI
COOLPIX B600
Processor
X-Processor 5
EXPEED 7
X100VI
COOLPIX B600
ISO min (native)
125
100−25 less
ISO max (native)
12,800
25,600+1 stop
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
102,400
X100VI
COOLPIX B600
Shutter type
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/180000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, X100VI or COOLPIX B600?

X100VI scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for COOLPIX B600 — 40.2MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".

What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and COOLPIX B600?

X100VI is 40.2 MP and COOLPIX B600 is 16 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100VI and COOLPIX B600 have in-body image stabilization?

X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while COOLPIX B600 does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the COOLPIX B600?

X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. COOLPIX B600 reaches 11 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100VI and COOLPIX B600?

X100VI weighs 521 g and COOLPIX B600 weighs 500 g, so the COOLPIX B600 is 21 g lighter.

Do the X100VI and COOLPIX B600 record 4K video?

X100VI: 4K up to 60p. COOLPIX B600: 4K up to 60p.

Are the X100VI and COOLPIX B600 weather sealed?

X100VI: Yes. COOLPIX B600: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 640 shots for the COOLPIX B600, giving the COOLPIX B600 the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100VI launched at $1,599 and COOLPIX B600 at $329. The COOLPIX B600 is $1,270 less.

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

Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Nikon press materials.