Fujifilm X100VI Digital Camera Silver

Key Features

• High-res APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor for large prints and room to crop
• Fixed 23mm f/2 lens (35mm equivalent) with built-in 4-stop ND filter
• 5-axis in-body stabilisation with up to 6 stops of compensation
• Advanced Hybrid Viewfinder with optical and 3.69M-dot electronic views
• Subject detection autofocus for people, animals, birds and vehicles
• Up to 11fps mechanical and 20fps electronic shooting
• 6.2K/30p 4:2:2 10-bit internal video
• 20 Film Simulations, including REALA ACE

Product Summary

Few compact cameras inspire the devotion of the Fujifilm X100 series, and the sixth-generation X100VI has been exceptionally sought after since launch. Demand has regularly outstripped supply, but popularity alone doesn't explain the appeal. It's a pleasure to hold and use, and it takes cracking pictures.

Everything about it invites you to slow down. Dials on the top plate and an aperture ring on the barrel put important settings right under your fingers, while the fixed 23mm f/2 lens gives a natural 35mm-equivalent view. With no zoom to fiddle with, you decide where to stand and what to include. That's why it feels so at home for street, travel, documentary and everyday moments, and why it keeps you looking at the world rather than at a menu. Silver aluminium surfaces add to the charm, retaining the understated, rangefinder-inspired character of the series.

The Advanced Hybrid Viewfinder is a big part of the experience. You can choose a clear optical view of the scene, with frame lines showing what will be in your picture, or switch to a detailed 3.69M-dot electronic preview that shows how the photo will look before you press the button. It's a rare feature in a camera this small.

Inside is a 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor with X-Processor 5, offering far more detail than the previous generation. That means enough resolution for large prints and plenty of freedom to crop. For the first time in the series, five-axis in-body stabilisation provides up to 6 stops of compensation, making handheld shots in dim light easier without dramatically changing the familiar compact form. A built-in 4-stop ND filter also reduces incoming light when you want to use a wide aperture in bright conditions.

Subject detection autofocus recognises a broad range of moving subjects, while up to 11fps mechanical or 20fps electronic shooting helps catch fleeting moments. Twenty Film Simulations, including REALA ACE, provide a wide choice of colour and tone straight out of camera. Video has moved on too, with internal recording up to 6.2K/30p 4:2:2 10-bit, alongside 4K/60p and high-speed Full HD.

The result is a far more capable camera than its size suggests, without losing the fixed-lens simplicity that makes the series so distinctive.

In More Detail

High resolution sensor with high-performance processor

It features Fujifilm’s back-illuminated X-Trans™ CMOS 5 HR sensor, boasting around 40.2 megapixels for detailed images measuring up to 6864 x 5152 pixels. This sensor’s advanced pixel structure efficiently captures more light than its predecessors, enabling a lower native ISO 125, previously only available as extended sensitivity.

Coupled with the 23mm f/2.0 lens (with an equivalent full-frame focal width of 35mm), it produces sharp, high-resolution images, and is able to resolve higher resolution.

Fixed 23mm lens

The 35mm full-frame equivalent fixed lens is inherited from the X100V. It provides stunning detail and resolution with a wide f/2.0 maximum aperture to gather light and enable image capture with a shallow depth of field.

Lens optics are comprised of 8 elements in 6 groups including 2 aspherical elements, which help to reduce aberrations. A built-in 4-stop ND filter system allows you to control the amount of light entering the lens, which is especially useful for recording video on bright days. The close 10cm minimum focus distance enhances the versatility of the lens, which is also compatible with wide and tele adapter rings, which are highlighted below.

20 Film Simulation modes

Users can choose from a total of 20 Film Simulation modes (up from 17 in the previous generation). These include the new REALA ACE mode, which offers faithful colour reproduction and high-contrast tonality, making it suitable for virtually any subject and shooting situation. Check the post How To Get Started With Fujifilm Film Simulation if you’re new to using presets to capture beautiful results, straight out of camera.

Deep learning AI technology for improved AF

An impressive autofocus prediction algorithm is integrated, which provides enhanced subject recognition and focus tracking of continuously moving subjects in both stills and movie modes.

Leveraging the X-Processor 5’s subject detection AF, it accurately tracks various subjects, aided by deep-learning AI technology, and is able to detect animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, airplanes, trains, insectsand drones. Please note that in order to detect insects subject recognition should be set to ‘bird’, and to ‘aircraft’ when tracking drones.

In-body stabilisation for the first time

For the first time in an X100 series mirrorless compact camera, this model introduces a 5-axis, in-body image stabilisation function, with up to 6.0 stops of compensation against camera shake. Despite this advanced capability, the size is virtually identical, and the weight of the camera has only increased by around 43g compared to the previous generation.

In body stabilisation (IBIS) allows you to capture stills and video at slower shutter speeds, while helping maintain image sharpness and movie stability, without compromising on portability.

Advanced Hybrid Viewfinder

One of the X100 series features is Advanced Hybrid Viewfinder functionality. This allows the user to switch between the optical viewfinder (OVF) and the electronic viewfinder (EVF) at will, pursuing a rangefinder-style of photography.

The Electronic Range Finder (ERF) function displays a small EVF within the OVF, enabling photographers to compose the subject through the OVF while magnifying the in-focus area in the EVF. This enhances the viewfinder’s capabilities, and is particularly beneficial for quick snapshots and similar everyday shooting scenarios.

The EVF boasts a high-resolution OLED panel with around 3.69 million dots, enriching the shooting experience with a crystal clear 95% coverage of the frame in OVF and 100% in EVF.

6.2K movie recording

Another first for the X100 series is the ability to record movies internally at up to 6.2K/30p resolution in 4:2:2 10-bit format. HEVC/H.265, Linear PCM (Stereo sound 24bit / 48KHz sampling) file formats provide ultra high resolution capabilities for professional movie results, with wide dynamic range and plenty of detail.

Additionally, it seamlessly integrates with Frame.io Camera to Cloud without requiring any accessories. Users can wirelessly connect to the internet, authenticate to Frame.io, and instantly upload photos and videos after creation, streamlining your workflow from shooting to editing.

As well as opting for 6.2K, users can record in DCI4K HQ (17:9) and 4K HQ (16:9) at 30p, or DCI4K (17:9) and 4K (16:9) at 60p. Slow motion playback is also available with high frame rate recording at a maximum of Full HD at 240p. An SD memory card with UHS Speed Class 3 or higher should be used for movie recording. Self timer delay is now available for both stills and movie recording, adding to the many incremental enhancements updated for this generation.

Sophisticated design combining functionality and beauty

As its predecessor, the Silver model utilises aluminium for the top and bottom surfaces of the camera. Aluminium, known for its versatile formability, is pressed and machined to achieve sharp edges, while the surface is finely blasted resulting in a smooth texture. In addition, anodised aluminium is used on the surface to provide a high-quality appearance.

Ergonomics has been improved through the grip’s shape, which is adjusted for optimal comfort when handholding the camera. The rear buttons have also been strategically relocated for easier operation with the right hand, ensuring greater comfort during shooting while using the viewfinder.

It inherits the ultra-thin tilt LCD monitor from the X100V, which is capable of lying completely flat against the rear panel, although the newer model is able to flip out 45º rather than 30º. This integrated body design supports diverse shooting styles, accommodating both high and low angles without fuss. The high touch-response performance and intuitive operation also make this a highly functional and beautiful camera to shoot with.

Connectivity

The body has the same connectivity as its predecessor, with numerous options for content creation, app control and sharing via:

• WiFi IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac (standard wireless protocol)
• Bluetooth Ver. 4.2 (Bluetooth low energy)
• USB Type-C USB 10Gbps
• HDMI Micro connector (Type D)
• Microphone / shutter release input: ø2.5mm
• Hot shoe

Packed with photography features

For stills photography, 40.2 megapixel images can be recorded at up to 11 frames per second when using the mechanical shutter, or up to 20fps in electronic shutter mode, with a 1.29x crop factor.

Despite substantially increased resolution, the buffer has been extended to provide improvements, with up to 117 frames in JPEG, and 52 frames in Compressed RAW before becoming full, up from 29/17 frames on the previous model.

Drive modes

• Film simulation bracketing
• Dynamic Range Bracketing
• ISO sensitivity Bracketing
• White Balance Bracketing
• Focus Bracketing
• Multiple Exposure
• HDR Mode
• Panorama
• Advanced filter including Toy camera, Miniature, High-key and more

Impressive low-light performance remains at -5.0EV with Phase Detection AF, ensuring this camera ideal for various genres, including street photography, landscapes, and naturally lit portraits amongst many more.

Improved battery performance

Even with the integration of a new sensor, high speed processor, and stabilisation unit, battery life has been slightly improved. In Economy mode using the EVF you can expect up to 450 frames from a single NP-W126S rechargeable battery, which can be charged via the included USB-C cable.

Weather resistance and conversion lenses

The body can be made weather resistant by fitting the AR-X100 Adapter Ring together with the PRF-49S Protector Filter. This is worth considering for travel and street photography where changing conditions are difficult to avoid.

The fixed 35mm-equivalent view can also be changed without replacing the camera. Compatible conversion lenses provide approximately 28mm or 50mm-equivalent perspectives while retaining the character of the built-in optic.

Read our Fujifilm X100VI review for our hands-on impressions of its image quality, handling and new features.

What's in the Box

• Fujifilm X100VI Digital Camera Silver
• Li-ion battery NP-W126S
• USB cable
• Shoulder strap
• Metal strap clip
• Clip attaching tool
• Protective cover
• Lens cap
• Hot shoe cover
• Owner’s manual