Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
Alpha 7 V
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Battery life (CIPA) (630 shots vs 310 shots)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
X100VI is 2mm narrower, 22mm shorter, and 27mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
X100VI is 174 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 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
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X100VI: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike
Weight
521 g vs 695 g — lower is better
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 3,686,400 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Battery life (CIPA)
630 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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 Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 8.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for X100VI — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Alpha 7 V?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the Alpha 7 V?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Alpha 7 V?
X100VI weighs 521 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the X100VI is 174 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X100VI and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The X100VI is $1,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.