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X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
Sony
RX100 VI
1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time Eye AF — the travel zoom king.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2018
X6 is 8.2 years newer.
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Wins
X6
Wins
RX100 VI
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BRX100 VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- AX6 has higher Resolution (120 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- BRX100 VI has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX6 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- AX6 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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RX100 VI
102 × 58 × 42 mm
301 g (0.66 lb / 10.62 oz)
X6 is 52mm narrower and 2mm thinner than RX100 VI but it is also 42mm taller.
X6 is 105 g lighter than RX100 VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 40mm X6 · 42mm RX100 VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X6
50 × 100 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VI
102 × 58 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X6
50 × 40 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VI
102 × 42 mm
Sensor size, to scale
RX100 VI
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
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
X6
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
120 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Pet, Object
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
RX100 VI
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
AA filter
Only RX100 VI supports it
Eye AF
Only RX100 VI supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only RX100 VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
RX100 VI
Pros
- ✓24–200mm pocket zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Pop-up EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Small controls
- –Superseded by VII
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, X6 or RX100 VI?
RX100 VI scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for X6 — 301g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the X6 and RX100 VI?
X6 is 120 MP and RX100 VI is 20.1 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X6 and RX100 VI have in-body image stabilization?
X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic), while RX100 VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X6 or the RX100 VI?
X6 reaches 30 fps electronic. RX100 VI reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X6 and RX100 VI?
X6 weighs 196 g and RX100 VI weighs 301 g, so the X6 is 105 g lighter.
Do the X6 and RX100 VI record 4K video?
X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p. RX100 VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X6 and RX100 VI weather sealed?
X6: Yes. RX100 VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X6 and 640 shots for the RX100 VI, giving the RX100 VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
X6 launched at $700 and RX100 VI at $1,199. The X6 is $499 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.