Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Sony
ZV-1
The original Sony vlogging compact with a 1-inch stacked sensor, 24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS lens, Real-time Eye AF, and side-flip screen.
$749
Launch priceReleased May 2020
X100VI is 3.8 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
ZV-1
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BZV-1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (24 fps vs 6 fps)
- AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AX100VI has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX100VI has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
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
ZV-1
106 × 60 × 44 mm
294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)
X100VI is 23mm wider, 15mm taller, and 12mm thicker than ZV-1.
X100VI is 227 g heavier than ZV-1.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 44mm ZV-1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1
106 × 60 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
ZV-1
106 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
ZV-1
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
3.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100VI supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
ZV-1
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 43.5
Burst (mechanical)
24 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only ZV-1 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Card types
Adds Memory Stick Duo
Weight
294 g vs 521 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
24 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 125
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
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
ZV-1
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS sensor with DRAM
- ✓24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF and Product Showcase
- ✓Side vari-angle LCD for vlogging
- ✓4K oversampled video and HFR slow-mo
Cons
- –Fixed 24–70mm zoom (no telephoto reach)
- –No built-in ND filter (unlike ZV-1 II)
- –No EVF
- –Short battery life for long shoots
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or ZV-1?
X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for ZV-1 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and ZV-1?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and ZV-1 is 20.1 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and ZV-1 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the ZV-1?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and ZV-1?
X100VI weighs 521 g and ZV-1 weighs 294 g, so the ZV-1 is 227 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and ZV-1 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. ZV-1: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100VI and ZV-1 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. ZV-1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 260 shots for the ZV-1, giving the X100VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and ZV-1 at $749. The ZV-1 is $850 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 Sony press materials.