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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
Muse

Xtra

Muse

Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch CMOS sensor, 4K/120fps slow-motion, 3-axis mechanical gimbal, 10-bit X-Log, and 2-inch OLED touchscreen.

$499

Launch price

Released Sep 2025

Muse is 1.5 years newer.

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Wins

3categories

X100VI

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

2categories

Muse

Sports & Action

3 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X100VI wins 3 categories·Muse wins 2 categories
  • AX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 9.4 MP)
  • BMuse has lower Weight (180 g vs 521 g)
  • BMuse has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
  • AX100VI has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
  • AX100VI has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 130 Mbps)

Key specs at a glance

X100VIMuse
Resolution40.2 MP9.4 MP
SensorAPS-C1 inch
ISO max12,8006,400
Burst20 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS6-stopNo
Weight521 g180 g
Battery310 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

Muse front view

Muse

34 × 140 × 42 mm

180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)

X100VI is 65mm shorter than Muse but it is also 94mm wider and 13mm thicker.

X100VI is 341 g heavier than Muse.

Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 42mm Muse

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

Muse back view

Muse

34 × 140 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

Muse top view

Muse

34 × 42 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X100VI

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

Use caseX100VIMuse
Portrait
7.5Good✓ wins
1.0Limited
Sports & Action
8.0Excellent✓ wins
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair
4.0Fair
Landscape
5.5Fair✓ wins
1.0Limited
Travel
6.5Good✓ wins
3.5Limited
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
0.0Limited
Vlogging
7.0Good✓ wins
4.0Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X100VI

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3

  • Card types

    Adds SD UHS-I

  • Resolution

    40.2 MP vs 9.4 MP — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better

  • Eye AF

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only X100VI supports it

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100VI supports it

Reasons to choose

Muse

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 34, 140, 42.2

  • Card types

    Adds microSD

  • Weight

    180 g vs 521 g — lower is better

  • ISO min (native)

    50 vs 125 — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • 4K max frame rateBoth 60 fps
  • IBIS effectivenessBoth 6 stops
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi
  • BluetoothBoth support bluetooth

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

Muse

Pros

  • 1-inch CMOS at $379
  • 3-axis mechanical gimbal
  • 4K/120fps slow-motion
  • 10-bit X-Log color

Cons

  • No waterproofing
  • Fixed lens
  • No built-in storage

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Full specifications

= category winner

X100VI
Muse
Resolution
40.2 MP4.3× more
9.4 MP
Sensor type
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
1-inch CMOS
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.7 mm
1 inch
AA filter
No
No
X100VI
Muse
Aperture
f/2.0
f/2.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
20 mm
X100VI
Muse
Processor
X-Processor 5
Xtra AI processor
X100VI
Muse
ISO min (native)
125
50−75 less
ISO max (native)
12,800+1 stop
6,400
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
16,000
X100VI
Muse
Shutter type
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Electronic shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/180000 sec
1/8000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, X100VI or Muse?

X100VI scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Muse — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Muse?

X100VI is 40.2 MP and Muse is 9.4 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X100VI and Muse have in-body image stabilization?

X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Muse uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.

What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Muse?

X100VI weighs 521 g and Muse weighs 180 g, so the Muse is 341 g lighter.

Do the X100VI and Muse record 4K video?

X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Muse: 4K up to 60p.

Are the X100VI and Muse weather sealed?

X100VI: Yes. Muse: No.

How much does each cost?

X100VI launched at $1,599 and Muse at $499. The Muse 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 Xtra press materials.