Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
Pentax
KF
Updated K-70 with modern connectivity and the same rugged Pentax philosophy.
$849
Released Nov 2022
X100VI is 1.3 years newer.
Wins
X100VI
Wins
KF
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- 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
Size and weight, to scale
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
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
128 × 75 mm
KF
138 × 98 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100VI
128 × 55 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 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…
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 coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓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
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
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
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.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Pentax press materials.