Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Nikon
D90
Historic enthusiast DX DSLR — first Nikon with HD video (720p24), 12.3MP sensor, 11-point AF, built-in flash commander, and proven F-mount ergonomics.
$999
Launch priceReleased Aug 2008
X100VI is 15.5 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
D90
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 12.3 MP)
- BD90 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- BD90 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- BD90 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- 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
D90
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
X100VI is 10mm narrower, 23mm shorter, and 33mm thinner than D90.
X100VI is 1 g heavier than D90.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 88mm D90
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
D90
138 × 98 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
D90
138 × 88 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
D90
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X100VI: mount data unavailable
D90
✓ 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
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 12.3 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 90 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
D90
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
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 D90 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
D90
Pros
- ✓First Nikon DSLR with HD video
- ✓Built-in flash commander
- ✓Mature F-mount ecosystem
- ✓Strong used value for learning
- ✓Live View with contrast AF
Cons
- –12.3MP dated resolution
- –720p video only
- –4.5 fps burst
- –No modern connectivity
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Fujifilm X100VI
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X100VI or D90?
X100VI scores 7.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for D90 — 40.2MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and D90?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and D90 is 12.3 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and D90 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while D90 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the D90?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. D90 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and D90?
X100VI weighs 521 g and D90 weighs 520 g, so the D90 is 1 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and D90 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. D90: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and D90 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. D90: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 640 shots for the D90, giving the D90 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and D90 at $999. The D90 is $600 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.