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X100VI

Fujifilm

X100VI

Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.

$1,599

Launch price

Released Feb 2024

vs

Sony

ZV-1F

Ultra-wide 20mm f/2.0 fixed-lens vlog camera with a 1-inch sensor, fully articulating screen, and Product Showcase — Sony's most affordable ZV model.

$499

Launch price

Released Oct 2022

X100VI is 1.3 years newer.

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Wins

5categories

X100VI

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

3categories

ZV-1F

VloggingSports & Action

5 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100VI wins 3 categories·ZV-1F wins 2 categories
  • AX100VI has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
  • BZV-1F has higher Burst (mechanical) (16 fps vs 6 fps)
  • BZV-1F has lower Weight (256 g vs 521 g)
  • AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP)
  • AX100VI has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)

Key specs at a glance

X100VIZV-1F
Resolution40.2 MP20.1 MP
SensorAPS-C13.2 × 8.8 mm
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst20 fps16 fps
4K60 fps30 fps
IBIS6-stopNo
Weight521 g256 g
Battery310 shots360 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X100VI front view

X100VI

128 × 75 × 55 mm

521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

ZV-1F

106 × 60 × 46 mm

256 g (0.56 lb / 9.03 oz)

X100VI is 23mm wider, 15mm taller, and 9mm thicker than ZV-1F.

X100VI is 265 g heavier than ZV-1F.

Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 46mm ZV-1F

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

X100VI back view

X100VI

128 × 75 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

ZV-1F

106 × 60 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

X100VI top view

X100VI

128 × 55 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

ZV-1F

106 × 46 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X100VI

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 mm² area

ZV-1F

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

Use caseX100VIZV-1F
Portrait
7.5Good✓ wins
4.0Fair
Sports & Action
8.0Excellent✓ wins
7.0Good
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited
Landscape
5.5Fair✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
6.5Good✓ wins
4.5Fair
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
1.5Limited
Vlogging
7.0Good
7.5Good✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100VI

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…

  • 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

  • Resolution

    40.2 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100VI supports it

  • 4K max frame rate

    60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

Reasons to choose

ZV-1F

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Human

  • Codecs

    Adds XAVC S

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 105.5, 60, 46.4

  • Burst (mechanical)

    16 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better

  • Weight

    256 g vs 521 g — lower is better

  • AA filter

    Only ZV-1F supports it

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    360 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 125
  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • AF points / zonesBoth 425
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Card slotsBoth 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-1F

Pros

  • Ultra-wide 20mm f/2.0 ZEISS Tessar lens
  • 1-inch Exmor RS sensor
  • Fully articulating touchscreen
  • 4K 30p and 120p slow-mo
  • Most affordable ZV-series body

Cons

  • Fixed 20mm lens (no zoom)
  • Contrast-detect AF only (no phase-detect)
  • No built-in ND filter
  • No EVF or headphone jack

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100VI
ZV-1F
Resolution
40.2 MP2× more
20.1 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.7 mm
13.2 × 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
X100VI
ZV-1F
Aperture
f/2.0
f/2.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
20 mm
X100VI
ZV-1F
Processor
X-Processor 5
BIONZ X
X100VI
ZV-1F
ISO min (native)
125
125
ISO max (native)
12,800
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
12,800
X100VI
ZV-1F
Shutter type
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/180000 sec
1/32000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or ZV-1F?

X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for ZV-1F — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and ZV-1F?

X100VI is 40.2 MP and ZV-1F is 20.1 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100VI and ZV-1F have in-body image stabilization?

X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while ZV-1F uses Electronic SteadyShot (electronic).

Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the ZV-1F?

X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. ZV-1F reaches 16 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X100VI and ZV-1F?

X100VI weighs 521 g and ZV-1F weighs 256 g, so the ZV-1F is 265 g lighter.

Do the X100VI and ZV-1F record 4K video?

X100VI: 4K up to 60p. ZV-1F: 4K up to 30p.

Are the X100VI and ZV-1F weather sealed?

X100VI: Yes. ZV-1F: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 360 shots for the ZV-1F, giving the ZV-1F the edge.

How much does each cost?

X100VI launched at $1,599 and ZV-1F at $499. The ZV-1F is $1,100 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.