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Canon 5D Mark IV — full-frame DSLR · 2016
Canon

Canon 5D Mark IV

full-frame DSLR · 2016

85
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
Fujifilm X100VI wins by 7
Fujifilm X100VI — 40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI

40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS

92
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon 5D Mark IV lands at 85 and Fujifilm X100VI at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon 5D Mark IV if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Fujifilm X100VI if…

  • ✓Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
  • ✓Compact with IBIS
  • ✓Hybrid OVF/EVF
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ergonomics

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).

Photo

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on photo (94 vs 85).

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $3,499).

Canon 5D Mark IV 85
vs
92 Fujifilm X100VI

Score breakdown

Canon 5D Mark IV
85
photo 85
video 77
autofocus 81
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X100VI
92
photo 94
video 84
autofocus 82
ergonomics 96

Specs side-by-side

Canon 5D Mark IV versus Fujifilm X100VI — full spec comparison
Spec Canon 5D Mark IV Fujifilm X100VI
Format
full-frame DSLR
—
Release year
2016
—
Sensor
—
40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C
Lens
—
Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv)
Stabilization
—
6-stop IBIS

Canon 5D Mark IV

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Fujifilm X100VI

Pros
  • +Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
  • +Compact with IBIS
  • +Hybrid OVF/EVF
Cons
  • −Fixed lens (not for everyone)
  • −Severe supply issues
  • −AF still behind Sony

FAQ: Canon 5D Mark IV vs Fujifilm X100VI

Which is better, Canon 5D Mark IV or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon 5D Mark IV worth the price? +

At $3,499, Canon 5D Mark IV delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in ergonomics.

Is Fujifilm X100VI worth the price? +

At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Canon 5D Mark IV or Fujifilm X100VI last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for ergonomics, Canon 5D Mark IV or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.

Which is better for photo, Canon 5D Mark IV or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI — leads on photo (94 vs 85). Compared on the photo sub-score.