Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Sigma
sd1 Merrill
APS-C Foveon X3 body delivering extraordinary per-pixel detail and unique color rendering.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Mar 2012
X100VI is 12 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
sd1 Merrill
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- Bsd1 Merrill has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 310 shots)
- Bsd1 Merrill has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- AX100VI has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
- Bsd1 Merrill has higher EVF magnification (0.95 × vs 0.66 ×)
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
sd1 Merrill
146 × 114 × 80 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
X100VI is 18mm narrower, 39mm shorter, and 25mm thinner than sd1 Merrill.
X100VI is 159 g lighter than sd1 Merrill.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 80mm sd1 Merrill
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
sd1 Merrill
146 × 114 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
sd1 Merrill
146 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
sd1 Merrill
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 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
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
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
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
Weight
521 g vs 680 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
sd1 Merrill
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 145.5, 113.5, 80
Card types
Adds CompactFlash
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
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only sd1 Merrill supports it
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.66 × — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓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
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
sd1 Merrill
Pros
- ✓Unique Foveon rendering
- ✓Exceptional detail
- ✓No AA filter needed
- ✓Distinct look
Cons
- –Very slow
- –Poor high ISO
- –SA mount limited
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 video, X100VI or sd1 Merrill?
sd1 Merrill scores 6.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for X100VI — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and sd1 Merrill?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and sd1 Merrill is 46 MP, so the sd1 Merrill captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and sd1 Merrill have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while sd1 Merrill has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the sd1 Merrill?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. sd1 Merrill reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and sd1 Merrill?
X100VI weighs 521 g and sd1 Merrill weighs 680 g, so the X100VI is 159 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and sd1 Merrill record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. sd1 Merrill: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and sd1 Merrill weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. sd1 Merrill: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 640 shots for the sd1 Merrill, giving the sd1 Merrill the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and sd1 Merrill at $2,299. The X100VI is $700 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 Sigma press materials.