Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Pentax
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
Monochrome-only APS-C DSLR with 25.7MP sensor, IBIS, optical viewfinder, and weather sealing.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
K-3 Mark III Monochrome is 2 months newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 101)
- BK-3 Mark III Monochrome has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 52 frames)
- BK-3 Mark III Monochrome has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- BK-3 Mark III Monochrome has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- BK-3 Mark III Monochrome has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
135 × 104 × 74 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
X100VI is 7mm narrower, 29mm shorter, and 18mm thinner than K-3 Mark III Monochrome.
X100VI is 299 g lighter than K-3 Mark III Monochrome.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 74mm K-3 Mark III Monochrome
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
135 × 104 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
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
135 × 74 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X100VI: mount data unavailable
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
✓ more lensesPentax K
70+
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
AF points / zones
425 vs 101 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Weight
521 g vs 820 g — lower is better
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 25.7 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 5.5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.5, 103.5, 73.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 52 frames — higher is better
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 K-3 Mark III Monochrome supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
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
K-3 Mark III Monochrome
Pros
- ✓Dedicated monochrome sensor
- ✓Optical viewfinder
- ✓IBIS in a DSLR
- ✓Weather sealed
Cons
- –Black-and-white only
- –DSLR platform
- –Limited video
Decided which one is right for you?
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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 video, X100VI or K-3 Mark III Monochrome?
K-3 Mark III Monochrome scores 6.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for X100VI — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and K-3 Mark III Monochrome?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and K-3 Mark III Monochrome is 25.7 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and K-3 Mark III Monochrome have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while K-3 Mark III Monochrome has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the K-3 Mark III Monochrome?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. K-3 Mark III Monochrome reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and K-3 Mark III Monochrome?
X100VI weighs 521 g and K-3 Mark III Monochrome weighs 820 g, so the X100VI is 299 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and K-3 Mark III Monochrome record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. K-3 Mark III Monochrome: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and K-3 Mark III Monochrome weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. K-3 Mark III Monochrome: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 640 shots for the K-3 Mark III Monochrome, giving the K-3 Mark III Monochrome the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and K-3 Mark III Monochrome at $2,199. The X100VI 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 Pentax press materials.