Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
Ricoh
GR IV Monochrome
Monochrome-only GR IV with 25.74MP APS-C sensor, red filter mode, 5-axis SR, and classic 28mm pocket street-camera design.
$1,699
Released Jan 2026
GR IV Monochrome is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
GR IV Monochrome
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IV Monochrome has higher ISO max (native) (409,600 vs 12,800)
- AX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- AX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4 fps)
- BGR IV Monochrome has lower Weight (262 g vs 521 g)
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 25.74 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
GR IV Monochrome
109 × 61 × 33 mm
262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)
X100VI is 19mm wider, 14mm taller, and 23mm thicker than GR IV Monochrome.
X100VI is 259 g heavier than GR IV Monochrome.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 33mm GR IV Monochrome
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
GR IV Monochrome
109 × 61 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
GR IV Monochrome
109 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
GR IV Monochrome
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
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
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 IV Monochrome
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 32.7
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
409,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Weight
262 g vs 521 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both 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 IV Monochrome
Pros
- ✓Monochrome APS-C sensor
- ✓ISO 160-409600
- ✓5-axis SR
- ✓Red filter mode
Cons
- –Black-and-white only
- –Fixed lens
- –Full HD video only
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or GR IV Monochrome?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for GR IV Monochrome — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and GR IV Monochrome?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and GR IV Monochrome is 25.74 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and GR IV Monochrome have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while gR IV Monochrome has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the GR IV Monochrome?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. GR IV Monochrome reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and GR IV Monochrome?
X100VI weighs 521 g and GR IV Monochrome weighs 262 g, so the GR IV Monochrome is 259 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and GR IV Monochrome record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. GR IV Monochrome: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and GR IV Monochrome weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. GR IV Monochrome: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 250 shots for the GR IV Monochrome, giving the X100VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and GR IV Monochrome at $1,699. The X100VI is $100 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Ricoh press materials.