Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
Sony
FX30
Super 35 cinema camera with 4K 120p and affordable entry to Sony Cinema Line.
$1,799
Released Sep 2022
X100VI is 1.4 years newer.
Wins
X100VI
Wins
FX30
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFX30 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BFX30 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- AX100VI has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 10 fps)
- BFX30 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BFX30 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)
FX30
130 × 78 × 85 mm
646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)
X100VI is 2mm narrower, 3mm shorter, and 29mm thinner than FX30.
X100VI is 125 g lighter than FX30.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 85mm FX30
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
FX30
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X100VI: mount data unavailable
FX30
✓ 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 Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100VI supports it
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 26 MP — higher is better
Weight
521 g vs 646 g — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
FX30
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.7, 77.8, 84.5
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Human
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only FX30 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
FX30
Pros
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Affordable cinema
- ✓Active cooling
- ✓Log profiles
Cons
- –Super 35 crop
- –26MP stills crop
- –No full-frame
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or FX30?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for FX30 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and FX30?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and FX30 is 26 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and FX30 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while fX30 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the FX30?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. FX30 reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and FX30?
X100VI weighs 521 g and FX30 weighs 646 g, so the X100VI is 125 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and FX30 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. FX30: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X100VI and FX30 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. FX30: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 570 shots for the FX30, giving the FX30 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and FX30 at $1,799. The X100VI is $200 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.