Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Nikon
D7100
24MP APS-C DSLR with no AA filter, 51-point AF, and dual SD slots — a DX classic.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2013
X100VI is 11 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
D7100
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BD7100 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- BD7100 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- BD7100 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 24.1 MP)
- AX100VI has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
D7100
136 × 106 × 76 mm
765 g (1.69 lb / 26.98 oz)
X100VI is 8mm narrower, 31mm shorter, and 21mm thinner than D7100.
X100VI is 244 g lighter than D7100.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 76mm D7100
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
D7100
136 × 106 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
D7100
136 × 76 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
D7100
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X100VI: mount data unavailable
D7100
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
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 24.1 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Weight
521 g vs 765 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
D7100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 135.5, 106, 76
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only D7100 supports it
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
D7100
Pros
- ✓No AA filter
- ✓51-point AF
- ✓Dual SD slots
- ✓Pro build for DX
Cons
- –Very dated
- –No 4K
- –DSLR declining
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, X100VI or D7100?
D7100 scores 6.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for X100VI — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and D7100?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and D7100 is 24.1 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and D7100 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while D7100 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the D7100?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. D7100 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and D7100?
X100VI weighs 521 g and D7100 weighs 765 g, so the X100VI is 244 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and D7100 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. D7100: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and D7100 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. D7100: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 640 shots for the D7100, giving the D7100 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and D7100 at $1,199. The D7100 is $400 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.