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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

Pentax

KF

Updated K-70 with modern connectivity and the same rugged Pentax philosophy.

$849

Launch price

Released Nov 2022

X100VI is 1.3 years newer.

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Wins

5categories

X100VI

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

7categories

KF

WildlifeTravel

4 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100VI wins 2 categories·KF wins 3 categories
  • AX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 101)
  • BKF has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
  • BKF has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
  • BKF has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
  • AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 24.2 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100VIKF
Resolution40.2 MP24.2 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max12,80025,600
Burst20 fps15 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS6-stop6-stop
Weight521 g520 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

KF

138 × 98 × 88 mm

520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)

X100VI is 10mm narrower, 23mm shorter, and 33mm thinner than KF.

X100VI is 1 g heavier than KF.

Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 88mm KF

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

KF

138 × 98 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

KF

138 × 88 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X100VI

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 mm² area

KF

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

X100VI: mount data unavailable

KF

✓ more lenses

Pentax K

70+

native lenses available

30 first-party40 third-party

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

Use caseX100VIKF
Portrait
7.5Good✓ wins
6.5Good
Sports & Action
8.0Excellent✓ wins
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Landscape
5.5Fair✓ wins
5.0Fair
Travel
6.5Good
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
9.0Excellent
Vlogging
7.0Good
7.0Good

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…

  • Resolution

    40.2 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better

  • 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

Reasons to choose

KF

  • 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 KF supports it

  • ISO min (native)

    100 vs 125 — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Burst (mechanical)Both 6 fps
  • Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseBoth support pre-capture / pre-release
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 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

KF

Pros

  • Weather sealed
  • IBIS
  • Affordable DSLR

Cons

  • DSLR platform
  • No 4K
  • Niche ecosystem

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100VI
KF
Resolution
40.2 MP+66%
24.2 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
APS-C CMOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.7 mm
23.5 × 15.6 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100VI
KF
Aperture
f/2.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
X100VI
KF
Processor
X-Processor 5
Image processor
X100VI
KF
ISO min (native)
125
100−25 less
ISO max (native)
12,800
25,600+1 stop
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
102,400
X100VI
KF
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 video, X100VI or KF?

KF scores 6.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for X100VI — 4K recording.

What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and KF?

X100VI is 40.2 MP and KF is 24.2 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100VI and KF have in-body image stabilization?

X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while KF has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the KF?

X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. KF reaches 15 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100VI and KF?

X100VI weighs 521 g and KF weighs 520 g, so the KF is 1 g lighter.

Do the X100VI and KF record 4K video?

X100VI: 4K up to 60p. KF: 4K up to 60p.

Are the X100VI and KF weather sealed?

X100VI: Yes. KF: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

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

How much does each cost?

X100VI launched at $1,599 and KF at $849. The KF is $750 less.

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

Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Pentax press materials.