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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

Ricoh

GR III HDF

GR III variant with built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter for softer glow effects and the same 28mm APS-C pocket formula.

$1,066

Launch price

Released Apr 2024

GR III HDF is 2 months newer.

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Wins

5categories

X100VI

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

3categories

GR III HDF

PortraitVlogging

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100VI wins 3 categories·GR III HDF wins 2 categories
  • AX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
  • BGR III HDF has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 12,800)
  • AX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4 fps)
  • BGR III HDF has lower Weight (257 g vs 521 g)
  • AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 24.24 MP)

Key specs at a glance

X100VIGR III HDF
Resolution40.2 MP24.24 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max12,800102,400
Burst20 fps4 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS6-stopYes
Weight521 g257 g
Battery310 shots200 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

GR III HDF

109 × 62 × 33 mm

257 g (0.57 lb / 9.07 oz)

X100VI is 19mm wider, 13mm taller, and 22mm thicker than GR III HDF.

X100VI is 264 g heavier than GR III HDF.

Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 33mm GR III HDF

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

GR III HDF

109 × 62 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

GR III HDF

109 × 33 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X100VI

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 mm² area

GR III HDF

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseX100VIGR III HDF
Portrait
7.5Good✓ wins
6.5Good
Sports & Action
8.0Excellent✓ wins
1.5Limited
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited
Landscape
5.5Fair✓ wins
2.5Limited
Travel
6.5Good✓ wins
5.5Fair
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
2.0Limited
Vlogging
7.0Good✓ wins
6.5Good

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100VI

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…

  • Codecs

    Adds H.265, H.264

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • AF points / zones

    425 vs 49 — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    20 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100VI supports it

Reasons to choose

GR III HDF

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Face, Eye

  • Codecs

    Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 109.4, 61.9, 33.2

  • Card types

    Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC UHS-I

  • ISO max (native)

    102,400 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • Weight

    257 g vs 521 g — lower is better

  • ISO min (native)

    100 vs 125 — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • 4K max frame rateBoth 60 fps
  • In-body stabilization (IBIS)Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi

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

GR III HDF

Pros

  • Built-in HDF effect
  • Pocketable APS-C
  • 28mm equivalent GR lens
  • 3-axis SR

Cons

  • No ND filter
  • Fixed lens
  • Full HD video only

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100VI
GR III HDF
Resolution
40.2 MP+66%
24.24 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
APS-C CMOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.7 mm
23.5 x 15.6 mm
AA filter
No
No
X100VI
GR III HDF
Aperture
f/2.0
F2.8-F16
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
28 mm
X100VI
GR III HDF
Processor
X-Processor 5
GR ENGINE 6
X100VI
GR III HDF
ISO min (native)
125
100−25 less
ISO max (native)
12,800
102,400+3 stops
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
102,400
X100VI
GR III HDF
Shutter type
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Leaf shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/180000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or GR III HDF?

X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for GR III HDF — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and GR III HDF?

X100VI is 40.2 MP and GR III HDF is 24.24 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100VI and GR III HDF have in-body image stabilization?

X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while GR III HDF has in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the GR III HDF?

X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. GR III HDF reaches 4 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100VI and GR III HDF?

X100VI weighs 521 g and GR III HDF weighs 257 g, so the GR III HDF is 264 g lighter.

Do the X100VI and GR III HDF record 4K video?

X100VI: 4K up to 60p. GR III HDF: 4K up to 60p.

Are the X100VI and GR III HDF weather sealed?

X100VI: Yes. GR III HDF: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 200 shots for the GR III HDF, giving the X100VI the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100VI launched at $1,599 and GR III HDF at $1,066. The GR III HDF is $533 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 Ricoh press materials.